Defence Institutes in India
India is a nation that places a high priority on bolstering its defence capabilities and is very aware of its own national security.
List of existing defiance institutes in India
Name of Defence Institute | Location | Description |
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Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) | New Delhi | The DRDO is the primary research and development organization in India’s defence sector. It is responsible for developing and designing cutting-edge defence technologies, including missile systems, radar systems, and communication systems. |
Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA) | New Delhi | The IDSA is a think tank that conducts research and analysis on issues related to national security, defence policy, and international relations. It provides recommendations to the government on defence policy and strategy. |
National Defence Academy (NDA) | Pune | The NDA is a military academy that trains and educates cadets for the Indian armed forces. It offers a three-year undergraduate program that includes training in military tactics, leadership, and academics. |
Indian Military Academy (IMA) | Dehradun | The IMA is an officer training academy that prepares cadets for the Indian Army. It offers a one-year training program that includes military training, physical fitness, and academics. |
Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) | Wellington | The DSSC is a training institution for senior officers of the Indian armed forces. It offers a year-long course in national security and defence strategy. |
College of Defence Management (CDM) | Secunderabad | The CDM is a management institution that provides training and education to officers of the Indian armed forces in the areas of defence management and logistics. |
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT) | Pune | The DIAT is a research institution that conducts research and development in the areas of defence technology, materials science, and engineering. It offers postgraduate and doctoral programs in various disciplines related to defence technology. |
Defence Services Institute of Psychological Research (DSIPR) | Delhi | The DSIPR is a research institution that conducts research in the areas of psychological and social issues related to the military. It provides recommendations to the government on psychological issues related to the armed forces. |
Air Defence Guided Missiles School | Gopalpur, Odisha | Provides training to officers and personnel of Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force on surface to air guided missiles. |
Aircraft and System Training Establishment | Bangalore, Karnataka | Provides training to Indian Air Force personnel on aircraft systems, maintenance, repair and overhaul. |
Air Force Academy | Hyderabad, Telangana | Provides training to officer cadets of Indian Air Force on military aviation and leadership. |
Air Force Technical College | Bangalore, Karnataka | Provides technical training to Indian Air Force personnel on various aviation systems and equipment. |
Armed Forces Medical College | Pune, Maharashtra | Provides medical education and training to doctors and medical officers of Indian Armed Forces. |
Defence Services Staff College | Wellington, Tamil Nadu | Provides joint training to officers of Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force on military strategy, leadership and operational planning. |
Indian Military Academy | Dehradun, Uttarakhand | Provides training to officer cadets of Indian Army on military tactics, leadership and physical fitness. |
Defence Science Laboratory | Delhi | Conducts research and development on defense technologies, including missiles, sensors, electronic warfare and cyber security. |
College of Military Engineering | Pune, Maharashtra | Provides engineering education and training to Indian Army personnel on various aspects of military engineering, including construction and maintenance of military infrastructure. |