National Test House Approves Drone Certification Under Drone Rules 2021
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution Approved | National Test House (NTH), Ghaziabad |
| Approval Authority | Quality Council of India (QCI) |
| Certification Type | Type certification of drones under Drone Rules 2021 |
| Focus Area | Agricultural drones, including Vimaana Aerospace Technologies' Krishiraj 1.0 |
| Certification Cost | Rs 1.5 lakh (lowest in the industry) |
| Assessment Timeline | Onsite assessment of Krishiraj 1.0 in September 2024 |
| Compliance | National and international standards for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) |
| Institutional Background | Established in 1912 under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution |
| Core Services | Testing, calibration, and quality evaluation across various industries |