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YCB Level 1 Yoga Protocol Instructor

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YPI YCB Yoga Certification License: Complete Roadmap

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Phase 1: History and PhilosophyYou are here

Master the definitions, history of yoga, schools of yoga, Trigunas, and Panchakoshas.

30
hours
2

Phase 2: Core Yoga Literature

Read the Patanjali Yoga Sutras (8 limbs), Hatha Yoga Pradipika, and Gheranda Samhita.

40
hours
3

Phase 3: Protocol and Practice

Memorize the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) sequence, contraindications, and teaching tips.

30
hours
Estimated total study time
100 hours
That's about 10 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the YPI Level 1 Exam?

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Age
Education
No minimum educational qualifications required, but 10th standard pass is recommended.
Experience
Basic training in Common Yoga Protocol from a certified institution or equivalent self-study.
Additional Requirements
  • •Register through an approved Personnel Certification Body (PrCB) or directly as an open candidate
  • •Submit required identity documents and enroll in the YCB portal
  • •Pass both theory and practical examinations separately

YPI Level 1 Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

6-8 weeks of consistent study

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

YCB and authorized PrCBs

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

Candidates failing the theory part can re-appear by paying the theory exam fee within the specified registration windows.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee₹3,835 INR (approx. $50 USD)
Total Estimated Cost₹3,835 for open candidates excluding third-party training courses
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YPI Level 1 Exam Details

YCB Level 1 Yoga Protocol Instructor

Administered by Yoga Certification Board (YCB), Ministry of AYUSH

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70% in both theory and practical separately
Passing Score
60
Questions
2
Hours
₹3,835 (~$50)
Exam Fee
Study time: 80-120 hours
Prerequisites: No strict education prerequisites; open candidate route available (10th standard recommended).
Valid for: 3 years validity, renewable per YCB guidelines

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Yoga Certification Board (YCB), Ministry of AYUSH content outline

Introduction to Yoga and Yogic Practices33%

Yoga etymology, history, schools of yoga (Jnana, Bhakti, Karma, Hatha, Raja), Trigunas, Panchakosha, and Shatkarma introduction.

Introduction to Yoga Texts33%

Patanjali Yoga Sutras (Ashtanga Yoga, Yamas, Niyamas), Hatha Yoga Pradipika, Gheranda Samhita, and the concept of Mitahara.

Yoga for Health Promotion34%

Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) sequence and asanas/pranayamas, physiological effects of yoga, and classroom teaching methodology.

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