Kaivalyadhama

PG Diploma in Yoga Education
Hybrid

Duration: 1 Year 

Affiliation:

This course is accredited as Advanced Certificate Course from Indian Yoga Association (IYA) and the Syllabus is equivalent to Level 3 – (Yoga Teacher and Evaluator) of Yoga Certification Board (YCB).

Please Note: Even though YCB has recognised Kaivalyadhama as Leading Yoga Institute but as per YCB guidelines registration to YCB is to be done separately by students. If anyone wishes to be certified by YCB then exam has to be taken and paid for separately.

The course has been devised for those who are not satisfied by entry-level technical knowledge of Yoga and are eager to know about its Philosophical and Psychological backgrounds, as well as why and how they affect the body and mind.

The emphasis in the course is on developing the right perspective and understanding the science and art of Yoga through first-hand experience. The course is specially designed to educate people who are interested in becoming Yoga teachers and serve society. The courses are designed as per the standard syllabus.

Why Do This Course?

Gain a deep understanding of Yoga beyond physical practice.

Develop skills for teaching Yoga professionally.

Explore career opportunities in health and wellness centers, educational institutions, and research organizations.

Enhance personal well-being through the profound teachings of Yoga.

Contribute to society by promoting holistic health and mindfulness.

Topics covered

Career Opportunities: Graduates of this program can explore the following roles

  • Professional Yoga Instructor in studios, gyms, and wellness retreats
  • Yoga Therapist in healthcare centers
  • Corporate Wellness Consultant
  • Researcher in the field of Yoga and mental health
  • Educator in Yoga institutions

Duration

1 Year (Hybrid Course)

Dates

15th June 2026 to 15th May 2027

Theory Lectures

Live Online: Monday to Friday
Timing: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
*Recording of the lectures will be shared with the students

Practice Days On-site

Days: Saturday & Sunday
Timings: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
*The practices will be conducted at the centers selected by the student. The center has the discretion to change the timings of the practices.

Special Sundays:

(Shuddhikriya) (Shuddhi Kriya practice requires students to arrive earlier at the centre. Specific timing details will be communicated in advance.)

Medium of Instruction

Course will be in English and efforts will be to help students. However, examinations can be written in Hindi and Marathi also.

Criteria of Passing

Minimum of 40% marks in each paper (Practical and Theory).

Eligibility

Education: Graduation in any academic stream from a recognized university. Those who are not graduates but are practitioners and want to enhance their knowledge are welcome to join. However, they will be granted only a letter of attendance, and not the Diploma.

Completing the Basic Course is mandatory, the access to the course (for 3 months) will be given after confirmation of the admission, at no extra cost.

Age: No limit

Medical Fitness: Candidates should be medically fit and sound as certified by competent authority

Selection Criteria

  1. Candidates must fulfill criteria of eligibility.
  2. Candidates, whose forms are accepted, will be required to appear for an interview with original documents for verification, the eligible students will be selected, and the decision of selection board will be final.

*The course will run simultaneously at 4 Centres of Kaivalyadhama.

Students can choose the centre for practice from the following locations

Pune
Bhopal
Rajkot
Delhi
Pune
Mumbai
Bhopal
Rajkot
Delhi

*The course may not be held at a particular centre if the number of admissions is insufficient.

80% Attendance in theory and 80% for practical classes (Including Teaching Assignment) is compulsory during the course. Defaulters will have to appear for the examination in the next academic calendar year after completion of attendance deficit. People with attendance less than 60% will have to take readmission.

Note: Physically challenged students should provide government certificate.

“ANUSHASAN” discipline is the first step where the yoga starts. All the students have to follow the rules and regulations of Kaivalyadhama.

  1. Behavioural Aspect: Respect to the Guru as Yoga is a Tradition of “Guru-Shishya Parampara”. No unwanted discussion in the class when the faculty is teaching. No gossiping in the class.
  2. Dress Code: T-shirt and Track pant is dress code for the practical as well as lectures.
  3. Punctuality: Punctuality is important as you have to follow anushasan.
  4. Mobile Phone: Usage of mobile phone is restricted in the class. Your phone should be switched off before entering the class.
  5. While attending the online lecture all students have to keep their Camera ON. Failing which the student will be barred from attending the lecture.
  6. Any other existing code of conduct.

Visiting to the Mother Institute (Lonavala Campus) is compulsory to all the students, 2 days educational tour for the students of PG Diploma in Yoga Education - Hybrid.

The course requires complete and unreserved commitment on the part of the student. The program is adjusted within a very tight time-schedule and therefore requires from the student utmost regularity and punctuality. Before applying for the course, students are requested to make sure that their other commitments will not interfere with the schedule of the course.

Process of Admission

  1. Keep your certificates and photo scanned and ready
  2. Please upload the eligibility documents (in clear and visible form) on the online form when filling it out. Application forms with inappropriate or unreadable documents will not be processed further.
  3. Please mention about additional yoga certificate details in the form itself. No certificates will be entertained beyond last date.
  4. Students having Graduation mark sheets and certificates will only be considered and not the students who have appeared for final year Graduation.
  5. Confirmation of admission will be given after interview.
  6. Payment link of fees will be shared to short-listed students. Payment of fees is important for confirmation of seat.

Refund Policy

  • 100% Withdrawal notice received 15+ days before the course notify date. (Processing fee deducted).
  • 70% Withdrawal notice received less than 15 days before the course notify date.
  • 0% Withdrawal notice received after the course notify date.

The last date for submission of the application form is 21st May 2025

Course Cost – For Indian Students

Rs. 70,000/-

Early Scholarship Fee: Rs. 60,000/-
(Applicable for payments made up to 27 February 2026 – Rs. 10,000/- early discount)

Fee Structure

(You can choose any fee payment option: One-time/2 installments/4 installments)

Fee Payment Options: One Time
Course Fees: Rs. 70,000/-
Before 7th June 2026

Fee Payment Options: 2 Instalments
Course Fees: Rs. 40,000/-
Before 27th April 2026

Course Fees: Rs. 40,000/-
Before 30th September 2026

Fee Payment Options: 4 Instalments
Course Fees: Rs. 23,000/-
Before 27th April 2026

Course Fees: Rs. 23,000/-
Before 31st July 2026

Course Fees: Rs. 23,000/-
Before 30th November 2026

Course Fees: 23,000/-
Before 15th March 2027

Bank Details for Payment

Bank Details for Payment

Account Name: Kaivalyadhama
Bank Name: Axis Bank
Account Number: 916010075345223
IFSC Code: UTIB0002773
Branch: Lonavala

Frequently Asked Questions

The fee for the PGDYEd course is Rs. 70,000/-, covering tuition and examination fees

Yes, the refund policy is as follows:

Percentage of Refund Condition
100% Withdrawal notice received 15+ days before the course notify date. (Processing fee deducted).
70% Withdrawal notice received less than 15 days before the course notify date.
0% Withdrawal notice received after the course notify date.

Yes, the fees can be paid in instalments. Please refer to the course webpage for details. All payments must be made online.

The fee includes tuition and examination fees. Students will get one set uniform, 5 prescribed reference books, one Ashram visit.

Accommodation if any are to be borne by the student.

Fees are to be paid online.

Education: Graduation in any academic stream from a recognized university.

Non-Graduates: Can enrol for knowledge enhancement but will receive only a letter of attendance instead of a diploma.

Age: No age limit.

Medical Fitness: A medical fitness certificate is required fenrolment.

Interview: An interview will be required before admission.

Yes, the course is designed for both beginners and experienced practitioners. As long as you meet the eligibility criteria, you can enrol.

Yes, a medical fitness certificate is mandatory for enrolment.

Early Scholarship Fee: Rs. 60,000
(Applicable for payments made up to 27 February 2026 – Rs. 10,000 early discount)

The medium of instruction is English, Hindi, and Marathi.

  • Theory lectures will be conducted online on weekdays.
  • Practical sessions (Asana practice and Shuddhi Kriya) will be in person at designated centres on Saturdays and Sundays.

Yes, all courses have recommended books. The students are responsible for purchasing the books.

  • Recorded lectures will be shared at the end of each quarter.
  • Students will be added to Google Classroom and a WhatsApp group for important announcements, assignments, and discussions.
  • Asana practice and Shuddhi Kriya sessions will be conducted in person at respective centers.

Yes, attendance is mandatory:

  • 80% attendance in theory classes.
  • 80% attendance in practical sessions (including Teaching Assignments).
  • Students with less than 80% attendance will have to appear for exams in the next academic year.
  • Students with less than 60% attendance will have to take readmission.

This course is accredited as an Advanced Certificate Course by the Indian Yoga Association (IYA). Graduates can pursue careers as:

  • Professional Yoga Instructors in studios, gyms, and wellness retreats.
  • Yoga Therapists in healthcare centers.
  • Corporate Wellness Consultants.
  • Researchers in Yoga and mental health.
  • Educators in Yoga institutions.

Yes, this course is associated with the Gordhandas Seksaria College of Yoga and Cultural Synthesis:

  • Gordhandas Seksaria College of Yoga and Cultural Synthesis is affiliated with Kavikulaguru Kalidas Sanskrit University, Ramtek.
  • Recognized as a Leading Yoga Institute under the Yoga Certification Board (YCB), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.
  • The diploma is accepted by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), New Delhi, Government of India.

For enquiries, email us at courses@kdham.com

Mobile: (+91) 9158482113 | (+91) 9096135255

Graduating batch of PGDYED students
from Kaivalyadhama Pune Center