Nano (up to 250 g)
Generally exempt from registration for recreational flying. Check the current rules before commercial use.
Drone rules
How to register a drone in India and get a UIN.
By the NVX engineering team, New Delhi · 22 October 2026 · 6 min read
In India, most drones must be registered on the government's Digital Sky platform and carry a Unique Identification Number (UIN) before they fly. Here is who needs it, how the process works and the mistakes to avoid. Rules change, so always confirm the latest requirements on digitalsky.dgca.gov.in.
Which drones need registration?
Registration depends on the drone's weight category under the Drone Rules, 2021.
Micro (250 g to 2 kg)
Registration and a UIN are required.
Small (2 kg to 25 kg)
Registration and a UIN are required, and commercial operation needs a certified remote pilot.
Medium and large
Registration plus stricter operational and certification requirements.
How to register, step by step
The process is online on the Digital Sky platform.
1. Create a Digital Sky account
Sign up as an individual or organisation with your identity details.
2. Add the drone
Enter the manufacturer, model and serial number. Type-certified models make this simpler.
3. Pay the fee
Pay the prescribed registration fee online.
4. Get your UIN
Once approved, the UIN is issued. Mark it on the drone as required.
5. Keep records
Keep the registration details handy and update them if you sell, transfer or deregister the drone.
Common mistakes
Problems we see when customers bring drones to our workshop.
Flying before registration
A drone that needs a UIN should not fly until it has one.
Wrong weight category
Weigh the drone with battery and accessories; add-ons can push a 249 g drone over 250 g.
Forgetting the airspace map
Registration does not mean you can fly anywhere. Check the zone map first.
Not transferring on resale
Update the record when you sell or buy a used drone.
FAQ
Drone Registration India: common questions
Do I need to register my drone in India?
Most drones above 250 g must be registered on Digital Sky and carry a UIN. Nano drones up to 250 g are generally exempt for recreational use. Confirm on digitalsky.dgca.gov.in.
What is a UIN for a drone?
A Unique Identification Number issued on the Digital Sky platform when your drone is registered.
Does a 249 g drone need registration?
A nano drone up to 250 g is generally exempt for recreational use, but weigh it with any accessories you add, which can take it over the limit.
Can NVX help with drone paperwork?
Our team can guide you through the process for drones bought from or serviced by NVX. Contact us with your model.
Do Indian made drones register more easily?
Type-certified models from Indian manufacturers usually have clear documentation, which makes registration simpler.
Talk to NVX
Questions about drones? Ask the team that builds them.
Call +91 95609 21619, message us on WhatsApp, or visit us in Connaught Place, New Delhi.
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