DPDPA 2023 Course

DPDP Act 2023 and Rules 2025

Learn India’s data protection law step by step. This DPDPA 2023 course has 10 modules, 72 short lessons, interactive diagrams, quizzes and practical how-to guides that a small company can apply without a consultant.

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10Modules
72Lessons
14Practical guides
41hOf learning

What you will learn

Know what the law requiresThe DPDP Act 2023 and the DPDP Rules 2025 in plain language.
Write notices and manage consentNotice, consent, withdrawal and records, step by step.
Respond to a breach in 72 hoursClear steps, templates and a deadline calculator.
Run a DPIA and set retentionSimple DPIA template and a retention schedule you can use.
Handle children’s data and requestsParental consent, rights requests and grievances.
Follow a 90-day planA practical plan a small company can complete without a consultant.

Course content

Open a module to see its lessons. Work through them in order, like chapters of a book.

1Introduction to DPDPA 2023Why the law exists, who it covers and the compliance timeline.Beginner8 lessons · 3h 15m
2Key Definitions and RolesPersonal data, the roles in the ecosystem and who is responsible.Beginner6 lessons · 3h
3Rights and Duties of Data PrincipalsThe five rights of a Data Principal and how to handle requests.Intermediate8 lessons · 4h
4Notice and Consent ManagementValid consent, notices and the legitimate uses.Intermediate8 lessons · 4h
5Data Security and Breach ManagementRule 6 safeguards, breach reporting and the 72-hour duty.Intermediate8 lessons · 4h
6Cross-Border Transfers and ExemptionsTransfers outside India and the exemptions.Advanced6 lessons · 3h
7Obligations of Data FiduciariesAccountability, retention, vendors and records.Intermediate8 lessons · 4h
8Children’s Data and Significant Data FiduciariesChildren, parental consent and Significant Data Fiduciaries.Advanced6 lessons · 3h
9Enforcement and PenaltiesThe Board, penalties, undertakings and appeals.Intermediate6 lessons · 3h
10Sectoral ApplicationsApplying the Act in banking, health, education, retail and HR.Advanced8 lessons · 4h
+Practical guides for small companiesStep-by-step how-tos based on the DPDP Rules 2025. No consultant needed.Bonus14 guides
✓Assessments and resourcesFAQ, readiness questionnaire, final assessment and templates.Test4 items

Who this course is for

Small business ownersUnderstand what you must do and by when.
Startups and SaaS teamsBuild privacy into your product and vendors.
Legal and compliance staffA structured, rule-by-rule reference.
HR and operationsHandle employee and customer data safely.
Students and professionalsLearn the law step by step with quizzes.

How it works

1LearnRead each short lesson with diagrams, tables and worked examples.
2PractiseAnswer the quiz in every lesson and use the checklists and templates.
3AssessTake the final assessment and the readiness questionnaire.

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the course?

All 10 modules and their lessons with quizzes, the 14 practical guides, templates and checklists, the readiness questionnaire and the final assessment.

Is this legal advice?

No. It is educational material. Check the official Act, Rules and notifications, and speak to a lawyer for your situation.

How long does it take?

About 41 hours in total. Most lessons take around 30 minutes, and you can go at your own pace.

Do I need a consultant to apply it?

The practical guides and templates are written so a small company can start without one. Complex or high-risk cases may still need expert advice.

Is there a certificate?

There is a 30-question final assessment with an 80 percent pass mark. It is a self-check, not an official qualification.

Ready to start?Begin with Module 1. It takes about three hours.
Start Module 1

Educational material for learning purposes, not legal advice. Check the official text of the DPDP Act, 2023, the DPDP Rules, 2025 and MeitY notifications for the latest position.