The Institute of Human Resources Development (IHRD) was established in 1987 by the Government of Kerala and it is an autonomous educational institute that offers many courses related to human resources and management. The institute is located in Kerala and accepts applications from all over the country from candidates who want to pursue their degree in human resources and related courses.
The IHRD was established to increase the quality and regulate the human resources and at the same time contribute to the technological and economic progress of the country through human resource development. The institute is based on the principle of, “Think Globally and Act Locally“
The IHRD offers a wide range of courses including certification courses, graduate courses, postgraduate courses, etc.
The courses are employment-oriented and designed in such a way that they can help the candidates in every part of their career.
Here is the information about the Institute of Human Resources Development (IHRD) in a table format:
| Name | Institute of Human Resources Development (IHRD) |
| Established | 1987 |
| Type | Autonomous Educational Institution |
| Governance | Governed by a Governing Body with the Hon’ble Minister of Higher Education, Kerala as Chairman and Chief Secretary to the Government of Kerala as Vice-Chairman |
| Director | Dr. Arun Kumar VA |
| Mission | Scientific advancement, technological progress, and economic growth through human resources development |
| Principle | “Think Globally and Act Locally” |
| Institutions Managed | 87 institutions including 9 Engineering Colleges, 8 Model Polytechnic Colleges, 46 Colleges of Applied Science, 15 Technical Higher Secondary Schools, 2 Regional Centers, 6 Extension/Study Centers, and 2 Model Finishing Schools |
| Affiliations | Affiliated to various universities and approved by AICTE |
| Website | IHRD Official Website |
Courses Offered in IHRD
Many Courses are offered in the Institute of Human Resources Development. The institute accepts applications from all over the country and anyone can apply to this institute.
Certificate Courses in Library and Information Science (CCLISc)
The CCLISc is a six-month course that focuses on employment opportunities in the public and private sectors.
| Eligibility | Total Fees |
| A Pass in SSLC from the Board of Public Examinations, Kerala, with eligibility for higher education or equivalent | Rs. 11,550/- |
| Courses | Practical Knowledge |
| Library Organization & Management | Library Classification (Practical) |
| Library Classification & Cataloguing | Library Cataloguing (Practical) |
| Information Sources & Services | Information Technology (Practical) |
| Information Technology |
Diploma Course in Computer Applications (DCA)
The Institute offers a Diploma Course in Computer Applications, a six-month course focusing on hardware, operating systems, PC skills, internet and much more.
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| Eligibility | Total Fees |
| Plus Two passes or equivalent | Rs. 7,700/- |
| Courses | Practical Knowledge |
| PC Hardware & Operating Systems | Lab Practice-1 (Windows, Linux, PC Hardware) |
| Office Automation Packages | Lab Practice-2 (Office Automation Packages, Data Entry) |
| Networking & Web Technology | Lab Practice-3 (Network, PC Skills, Internet) |
Diploma Course in Data entry Techniques & Office Automation
Any candidate who has a degree in electronics or related subjects or a 3-year diploma is eligible for this course.
The course provides theoretical knowledge as well as practical on-the-job knowledge in healthcare administration and engineering systems, medical equipment maintenance, and other soft skills.
| Eligibility | Total Fees |
| Any person who possesses a Degree in Electronics or allied subjects / 3-year Diploma is eligible for admission to the program. The upper age limit for admission to general candidates is 50 years. For candidates belonging to the SC/ST category and claiming educational concession, the upper age limit will be as specified by the Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribes Development Department for awarding educational concession. | Rs. 17,050/- + GST + Flood Cess applicable |
| Courses |
| ADBME101 – Hospital Administration and Management |
| ADBME102 – Healthcare Engineering Systems and Services |
| ADBME103 – Medical Equipment Maintenance and Calibration |
| ADBME104 – Communication & Soft Skill Development |
| ADBME105 – On Job Training |
Post Graduate Diploma in Cyber Forensics and Security
The duration of the course is 6 months and focuses on topics such as Embedded C and Microcontroller programming, Embedded Linux, RTOS, IOT, etc.
| Eligibility | Total Fees |
| i) M.E./M.Tech or B.E./B.Tech in Electronics/ Electronics & Communication/ Electrical/ Electrical and Electronics/ Instrumentation/ Biomedical /Computer Science/Information Technology or M.Sc. in Electronics/ Instrumentation/ Computer Science/Information Technology.ii) Candidates who have appeared in the qualifying examination and are awaiting results may also apply. But on the date of counseling/admission, the candidate must produce the original mark lists up to the last semester/year of examination. | Rs. 31,300/- + GST + Flood Cess applicable |
| Courses | Practical Knowledge |
| Embedded C and Microcontroller Programming | Lab Practice I (Embedded Linux, RTOS, and IoT) |
| Embedded Linux and Embedded RTOS | Lab Practice II (Embedded C, Microcontrollers) |
| ARM Cortex Microcontrollers and Internet of Things | |
| Embedded Product Design | |
| Project Work |
Post Graduate Diploma Course in Computer Applications
It is a two-semester course on computer applications and all graduates are eligible for this course. The first semester includes basic and in-depth knowledge of computer and information technology, programming techniques, software, etc.
The second semester includes advanced concepts of web technologies, Java, Android, PHP, etc.
| Eligibility | Total Fees |
| Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University | Rs. 18,600/- |
| Courses | Practical Knowledge |
| First Semester | |
| Computers & Information Technology | Lab Practice – 1 (C++, Python) |
| Computer Networks & Internet | Lab Practice – 2 (PC Skills & Database) |
| Programming Techniques | |
| Software Development & Databases | |
| Second Semester | |
| Advanced Web Technologies | Lab Practice – 3 (ASP.Net, PHP) |
| Programming in Java & Android | Lab Practice – 4 (Java & Android) |
| Advances in Information Technology | |
| Project Work |
IHRD Admission 2024
The admission process has been made simple for the students. The students need to:
- select the admission tab on the menu bar
- click on the desired course they want to pursue
- now click on the ‘online application’ link to apply for the course
- a new window will open, fill in all the required details and proceed with the payment
- complete the payment and download the application form
Governing Body of IHRD
| Position | Department |
| Chairman | Minister for Education |
| Vice Chairman | Chief Secretary to Government |
| Member | Principal Secretary to Government, Higher Education Department |
| Member | Secretary to Government, Finance (Expenditure) Department |
| Member | Secretary to Government, Planning and Economic Affairs Department |
| Member | Secretary to Government, General Education Department |
| Member | Vice Chancellor, CUSAT |
| Member | Executive Vice-President, Kerala State Council for Science, Technology & Environment |
| Member | Chairman, Kerala State Electronics Development Corporation Ltd. |
| Member | Director of Technical Education |
| Member | Director of Medical Education |
| Member | Director of Collegiate Education |
| Member | Director of Public Instructions |
| Member | Director of ER & DC, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Member | Shri. M.A. Hazeeb, Representative of Industry in Kerala |
| Member | Dr. A. Ganga Prasad, Eminent Educationalist |
| Member | Dr. A. Sujith, Representing NIT, Kozhikode |
| Member | Director, VSSC, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Member | Nominee of Dept. of Electronics, Government of India |
| Member | Regional Officer, South West Regional Office of the AICTE, Bangalore |
| Member | Additional Director, Institute of Human Resources Development |
| Member | Principal of an Engineering College under IHRD |
| Member Secretary | Director, Institute of Human Resources Development |
Mission and Vision of IHRD
The mission and vision of IHRD are:
Mission of IHRD
- to provide a high standard of education and training as per the current market trend
- to empower interested students through the knowledge of the institute
- to provide support and leadership qualities to help in the long run
Note – The vision of IHRD is based on “Think Globally and Act Logically“. The vision is to contribute to the technological and economic growth of the country through human resources development.This blog, ihrdonline.org, is completely owned by a private group of candidates for human resources development and not by any government. This is an informational blog and we are not responsible for mistakes if you rely only on our blogs. Kindly cross-check all the information available. For more information and better clarification about the courses and fee structure kindly visit the official site of IHRD, https://www.ihrd.ac.in/.