Yoga Diploma and Certificate Courses - Eligibility, Fees & Top Colleges

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Want to learn yoga in a few days? On this page, get all the information about the diploma and certificate yoga courses, with eligibility and college details.

Yoga is not just a fitness regime but a way to get a healthy mind and soul. A healthy mind and body is way towards healthy living and Yoga assures that. Yoga is an ancient and traditional practice in India. India is also the birthplace of yoga and meditation. Yoga helps to see life from different perspectives beyond the mind and body. Indian yoga gurus in the past as well as today are teaching yoga practices worldwide. Nowadays, various universities, institutes, and colleges have designed several short-term and long-term yoga courses to help students pursue them as per their interests. If you are also interested in learning yoga in a short period of time, then here are the details of certificate and diploma courses in yoga available in India. Here is the article, we have discussed a number of certificate and diploma courses in yoga. Check it out.

Certificate Course in Yoga

Candidates can pursue the certificate courses in yoga within the duration of three months to one year. These courses are available at the top yoga colleges in India, and the fee ranges anywhere between Rs 2000 and Rs 15,000. Candidates seeking admission to the certificate courses have to apply to the respective yoga college they want to learn yoga from as well as fulfil the eligibility criteria as under:

Eligibility Criteria for Certificate Yoga Courses

They should have passed at least class 10 from a recognised board of education.
However, there is no restriction on the highest qualification i.e. candidates who have passed class 12th or graduation are also equally eligible.

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Top Colleges offering Certificate courses in Yoga

Some of the yoga colleges that offer different certificate courses in yoga are:

College	Course	Fee in INR
School of Ayurveda, D.Y. Patil University	Certificate in Advanced Yoga Practice	16,000
School of Ayurveda, D.Y. Patil University	Certificate in Therapy Yoga	12,000
Indira Kala Sangit Vishwavidyalaya	Certificate in Yoga	NA
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University of Social Sciences	Certificate Course in Vipashyana	3,040
Shri Guru Ram Rai University	Certificate in Yogic Science	7500
IIMT Group of Colleges, Agra	Certificate in Yoga	NA
Shree Somnath Sanskrit University	Certificate in Yoga	1200
Government College of Yoga Education and Health	Basic Certificate Course in Yoga Education (BCCYE)	15,000
Himalayan Garhwal University	Certificate in Yoga	NA
Karnataka State Dr Gangubai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University	Certificate in Yoga	2000

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Yoga Ceritification Courses by Government of India

The government of India offers certificate yoga courses. You can also check the list of these courses below:

Foundation Course in Yoga Science for Wellness (FCYscW) (One Month Course)
Certificate Course in Yoga for Wellness Instructor (CCYWI)
Certificate Course in Yoga for Protocol Instructor (CCYPI)
Diploma in Yoga Science (D.Y. Sc.)
Diploma in Sports Coaching - Yogasana (D.S.C) for Graduates (One-Year Duration & One Month Internship)

Diploma Courses in Yoga

The diploma courses are a superior version of short-term certificate courses that can be pursued by candidates who have:

At UG level - Those who have passed Class 12th examination from a recognised board of education can apply for diploma courses in yoga.

Q: What is the eligibility to get admission in Government College of Yoga Education and Health for UG/PG courses?

Government College of Yoga Education and Health has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
B.Ed	1. Candidates with at least 50% Marks either in Bachelor's degree and/or in the Master's degree in Science/Social sciences/ Humanities/ Commerce/Home science/B.B.A/B.C.A,B.A. LL.B., B. Com. LL.B. or any other qualification equivalent thereto, are eligible for admission to the programme. However, while calculating merit, marks obtained in Graduation only will be considered. There shall be a relaxation of 5% marks in favour of SC / ST / PwD candidates. Candidate with less than 45% marks belonging to these categories shall not be eligible. 2. Bachelors in Engineering or Technology with specialization in science and mathematics with 55% marks or any other qualification equivalent thereto, are eligible for admission to the programme. However, while calculating merit, marks obtained in Graduation only will be considered. There shall be a relaxation of 5% marks in favour of SC / ST / PwD candidates. Candidate with less than 50% marks belonging to these categories shall not be eligible.
PG Diploma	preference will be given to the students having any recognized course in yoga
Certificate	Any student enrolled in a regular degree course in an affiliated college/institute/university Department with above mentioned marks are eligible.

Q: How many seats are available for various courses offered at Government College of Yoga Education and Health?

Courses offerred by Government College of Yoga Education and Health are approved by eminent Government bodies like NCTE. The combined seats available for courses offered at Government College of Yoga Education and Health goes up to 97.

Q: How many seats are available at VYASA Business School, S-Vyasa University for all courses combined?

The overall seats available across all courses offered by VYASA Business School, S-Vyasa University is up to 120. Good thing to know is that VYASA Business School, S-Vyasa University has courses which are approved by prominent Government bodies like AICTE.

At PG level - Those who have passed a bachelor degree in any stream from a recognised institute or university.

The course duration of diploma courses is anywhere between 6 months and 1 year and the colleges offering the course are as under:

Colleges	Courses	Fee in INR
Uttarakhand Open University	Diploma in Yogic Science	22,000
Devi Ahalya Vishwavidyalaya	Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga Therapy Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga	NA
Lovely Professional University	Diploma in Yoga	59,000
Chandigarh University	Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga Education	40,000
Bharati Vidyapeeth Pune	Diploma in Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences	25,000
Deen Dayal Upadhyay, Gorakhpur	Diploma in Yoga	NA
Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, Varanasi	Post Graduate Diploma in Naturography and Yoga	22,000
School of Ayurveda	Diploma in Yoga and Naturopathy Diploma in Yogic Science	NA
University of Patanjali	UG Diploma in Naturopathy & Yoga	20,000
College of Ayurveda, Bharati Vidyapeeth	Diploma in Naturopathy and Yogic Science (DNYS)	30,000
Department of Sports, Yoga Science and Physical Education, MGM University	UG Diploma in Yoga	30,000
University of Rajasthan	Diploma in Yoga Education	NA

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Q: How many seats are available at Brahmrishi Yoga Training college for all courses combined?

Brahmrishi Yoga Training college courses are approved by eminent Government bodies such as NCTE. The combined seats available for various programmes provided by Brahmrishi Yoga Training college goes up to 70.

Q: How can I get into Brahmrishi Yoga Training college for UG/PG courses? Am I eligible for admission?

Brahmrishi Yoga Training college has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
B.Ed	Candidates who have graduation degree with 50% for general and 45% marks for SC/ST from recognised university are eligible to apply.
D.El.Ed	Candidates who have passed 10+2 or equivalent from recognised board are eligible to apply.

FAQs on Diploma and Certificate courses in Yoga

Q. How do you get a Diploma in yoga?

A. To get admission in Diploma in yoga course candidates need to have passed class 12th examination with a minimum 50% of marks. Along with it, candidates should have passed the medical test conducted by the colleges.

Q. Which college is best for Diploma in yoga?

A. Some of the top colleges for Diploma in yoga in India are MGMCRI Pondicherry - Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, YBN University, Ranchi, Apex Professional University, Pasighat, Indira Gandhi Technological and Medical Sciences University, Ziro, Dr DY Patil University, Navi Mumbai,
Maharishi Arvind University, Jaipur etc.

Q. What is the scope of Diploma in yoga?

A. The career scope after Diploma in yoga is wide. There are various job opportunities for candidates in the field of yoga. Candidates can work in sectors like health clubs, yoga studios, private gym etc.

Q. How many types of diploma course are there?

A. There are mainly two types of diploma/certificate courses that are offered in formal and non-formal education sectors:
Formal diplomas are offered by government-approved or recognized institutions while non-formal diplomas are offered by NGOs, different companies etc.

Q. Is yoga a good career?

A. Yes, yoga is a great career option. It is an ancient art form to strengthen and heal the body naturally. It helps in maintaining a balance between mind, body and soul. The career opportunities for yoga graduates is wide.

Q. How long is yoga certification course?

A. The duration of yoga certification course is around 200 hours. After completing yoga training, candidates can register themselves with a local or international yoga association - RYT-200.

Q. What are top colleges offering certificate courses in Yoga?

A. Some of the top colleges that offer certificate courses in yoga are School of Ayurveda, D.Y. Patil University, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University of Social Sciences, Shri Guru Ram Rai University, Indira Kala Sangit Vishwavidyalaya, Aryabhatta Knowledge University etc.

Q. Can I teach yoga with 200 hour certification?

A. Yes, candidates can teach yoga with a 200 hour certification as it accepted worldwide.

Q. What is the qualification to become a yoga instructor?

A. To become a yoga teacher candidates need to have a fitness and health degree in Bachelors in Education (BEd) with specialization in Yoga course. Candidates can also become a yoga instructor with a Diploma in yoga training.

Q. What is 100 hour yoga teacher training?

A. A 100 hour yoga teacher training is generally an intense yoga asana that is required to be practiced workshop.

Q. Can yoga be a career?

A. Yes, the demand of yoga has increased in today's time all around the world. Candidates are pursuing Yoga courses as a career option.

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