Galgotias University Opens Advanced Drone Soccer Arena | First of its kind in Indian Universities
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GREATER NOIDA News (01 December 2025): Galgotias University has taken a major leap in drone and aerial sports by introducing its state-of-the-art Drone Soccer Arena under the Galgotias Centre for Drone Intelligence & Simulation (GCDIS). The facility — comprising a Pro Arena and a Small Training Arena — is designed to train students in competitive drone flying, teamwork-based aerial gaming, and cutting-edge UAV applications.
The Drone Soccer setup First of its kind in Indian Universities under the hi-tech educational leadership of Dr Dhruv Galgotia forms an integral part of the University’s broader initiative to promote innovation, research, active and experiential learning in drone technologies. The Centre already houses advanced infrastructure such as a CNC precision machining unit, Bambu Labs 3D printers, a thrust-testing bench, 3-DOF calibration equipment, and an immersive flight simulator zone. The aim is to equip students and faculty with hands-on expertise that aligns with the emerging future of unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
‘A Visionary Initiative for Future Drone Innovators’
Speaking to Ten News Network at the Drone Soccer Pro Arena, Dr. highlighted the strategic vision behind the initiative.
She said, Under the inspirational leadership of Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, we created this Drone Soccer facility to give our students an advanced sports facility for innovation. With the support of Drone Destination, we have developed both a small and a professional arena to train students not just in flying drones, but in understanding aerodynamics, strategy, and precision control. Today’s demonstration is just the beginning — we aim to transform this into a national-level drone sports hub.
She further emphasized that the arena aligns with the growing global trend of drone sports, where engineering meets competitive gaming, creating a unique platform for experiential learning.
How Drone Soccer Works
Explaining the structure of the sport, drone sports trainer elaborated on the competitive format. He said
that, Drone Soccer is played between two teams — five pilots on each side. The objective is simple yet highly challenging: guide your drone through the opponent’s goalpost while defending your own. Each match consists of three sets of three minutes each, and the team with the most goals wins. It demands quick reflexes, teamwork, and technical mastery.
He added that the Small Arena helps beginners practice flight control and maneuvering, while the Pro Arena is designed for advanced aerial challenges and inter-university competitions.
Drone Training Workshop Empowers Faculty
Adding to the momentum, GCDIS recently organized a 6-Day Drone Training Program (17–22 November 2025), aimed at equipping faculty with robust UAV skills. The workshop included modules on:
Drone fundamentals and flight safety
CAD–CAM modeling and fabrication
3D printing
FPV drone assembly
Motor–ESC integration and soldering
Autopilot configuration and calibration
Thrust testing and flight stability
FPV flying and drone soccer drills
Mission planning and autonomous navigation
The training is expected to significantly enhance academic delivery across departments, enabling educators to guide students in research, innovation, and industry-grade UAV projects.
Students Turn Ideas into Flying Machines
Several students who actively participate in drone soccer shared their enthusiasm for the growing sport. Shalini, Vice President (Tech) at GCDIS, described drone soccer as an ideal blend of engineering and strategy.
In an exclusive talk with Ten News Network she said, The Drone Soccer Arena gives us a controlled and safe environment to practice aerial skills.It’s not just a game — it teaches aerodynamics, coordination, and real-time decision-making. It feels like basketball in the air, but with cutting-edge tech.
Vedant Arya, a council member at GCDIS, spoke about both the learning experience and the challenges. He said that, I’ve been playing drone soccer for two months, and it has completely changed my perspective on drones. We learn everything — from building drones to flying them in dynamic conditions. The biggest challenge is the wind, since the arena is outdoors and our drones are lightweight. But we’re working on strategies and training programs to overcome this.
He added that the team is actively conducting awareness sessions for first-year and cross-disciplinary students.
Drone technology should not be limited to engineering alone. We are training students from agriculture, microbiology, and many other programs so they can explore drone applications in their own fields.
A Hub for Future Drone Athletes and Innovators
With its advanced facilities, skilled faculty mentors, and student-driven initiatives, Galgotias University’s GCDIS is emerging as one of the country’s most dynamic centres for drone education and aerial sports. The Drone Soccer Arena, in particular, represents a futuristic step in combining technology, athletics, and innovation — nurturing a generation that is ready to lead India’s rapidly growing UAV ecosystem.
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