Post Graduate Diploma in Environment Health and Safety (EHS)
A UGC-approved 1-year PG diploma in EHS management, open to graduates from any stream, not just science or engineering.
The Post Graduate Diploma in EHS (Environment Health and Safety) course at Vikrant University is a one-year long course which has the recognition of the UGC. It is available to graduate from any stream of a recognized college or university. It provides the quickest and simplest route for individuals seeking a career in EHS without having a degree in science or engineering
Key Takeaways
Program Overview
Introduction & Objectives: This PG diploma offers comprehensive training in environment, health and safety management including fundamentals of environmental compliance, occupational health, hazard and risk management, and safety auditing. Unlike the Advance Diploma in Environment Health and Safety offered by the university, where an engineering/ science or fire-safety-related background is a prerequisite, the PG diploma is open to graduates from all streams.
Industry Relevance: EHS officers and compliance executives are recruited by many companies irrespective of the educational background, as long as candidates have proper training and certifications. This PG diploma is tailor made for such candidates who do not have the relevant degree but want to acquire an UGC approved EHS diploma
Key Highlights: 1 year, UGC approved PG diploma - Available to graduates from all stream - arts, commerce, science or engineering - Covers environment, health and safety in a practical manner - Direct entry into EHS Officer and Compliance Executive roles - Alternative to University’s Advance Diploma in EHS which has a requirement of technical background/ work experience - Nationally recognized with UGC approval
Why Choose This Program
Unique Value Propositions Open to any graduate the most broadly accessible of the university’s postgraduate-level EHS qualifications - A focused 1-year program for career changers or graduates who decided on an EHS career after completing their undergraduate degree
Industry-Aligned Curriculum Coursework covers environmental compliance, occupational health, hazard management, and safety auditing the practical skills expected of EHS officers across industries, regardless of the graduate’s original field of study.
Project-Based Learning Students work on hands-on EHS audit simulations, environmental compliance case studies, and hazard assessment exercises, along with a final project, rather than classroom theory alone.
Curriculum & Specializations
Core Subjects (Semester-wise). Syllabus Download: Download the full semester-wise syllabus PDF from the
Diploma programmesSemester 1
Fundamentals of Health, Safety & Environment, Occupational Health Principles, Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment, Workplace Safety Regulations
Semester 2
Environmental Compliance & Pollution Control Basics, EHS Audits & Inspections, Safety Management Systems, Project Work & Industrial Training
Facilities & Infrastructure
Labs & Equipment
Students are able to utilize laboratory infrastructure, practical learning setting and technical workshops of the School of Engineering and Technology. This helps in the application of theoretical knowledge and building of professional skills in the area of Environment, Health and Safety.
Software & Tools
The program offers chances for practical and industry-focused learning in topics like environmental management, occupational health and safety, workplace hazards and EHS through academic sessions, workshops and project-based learning.
Library & Research Centers
Resources: Students are provided access to the Central Library and academic databases of the University, which facilitates advanced learning, assignments, projects and research in environmental management, occupational health and safety and other related topics.
Faculty & Mentorship
Experienced Faculty: The program is backed up by experienced faculty members of the School of Engineering and Technology of the University, who focus on academics, practical exposure and industry-oriented teaching in their postgraduate programs.
Industry Exposure: The students get an opportunity for industry-oriented learning through technical workshops, practical and industrial visits. The University also focuses on internships, projects and professional development in its postgraduate education programs.
Research Background: The students get an opportunity for developing research and problem-solving skills through project and research based learning. The postgraduate framework of Vikrant University focuses on research and innovation through projects, conference participation and professional development.
Career Opportunities
EHS Officer
3.0 – 5.0 LPA
Environmental Compliance Executive
3.0 – 5.2 LPA
Health & Safety Coordinator
2.8 – 4.8 LPA
Sustainability Trainee
2.8 – 4.5 LPA
Hazard Assessment Officer
3.0 – 5.0 LPA
EHS Training Coordinator
2.8 – 4.5 LPA
Environmental Documentation Executive
2.5 – 4.2 LPA
Emergency Response Coordinator
2.8 – 4.5 LPA
Industry Sectors Hiring
Industry sectors offering employment: Manufacturing and Factories, Construction Firms, Oil and Gas, Chemical and Processing Industries, Power Plants, Environmental Consultancy Firms, Environmental and Labor Ministries of Government, Multi-national companies with sustainability operations in India
Higher Studies Options
NEBOSH IGC or IOSH Managing Safely, Advance Diploma in Environment Health and Safety offered by the University
Placements & Industry Tie-ups
Placement Statistics
Students are benefitted from the services offered by the university through the Training & Placement Cell where students are helped in Career Guidance, Skill Development, Interview Preparation, Internship Opportunities and Industry Interaction. Vikrant University records over 100 recruiters and 500 offers over the past five years. View Placement Statistics
Top Recruiters
One of the top recruiting companies of the University include GAIL India, L&T, Adani, TCS, Wipro, Ericsson India, UltraTech and JK Tyre, among many others. View our recruiters
Internships
Vikrant University has a training and placement cell which provides internship and practical learning opportunities to the students.
Admission Process
Eligibility Criteria — The candidate applying for the Post Graduate Diploma in Environment Health and Safety has to be a graduate from a recognized university. The current official programme listing indicates that graduation will be the eligibility criterion and no separate minimum percentage or branch-wise eligibility is mentioned.
Entrance Exams — Direct/Merit-based admission, admission will be done as per the process specified by the University for admission and eligibility criteria
How to Apply
- Visit the admissions section of the Vikrant University official website.
- Select School of Engineering and Technology and choose Post Graduate Diploma in Environment Health and Safety.
- Fill the application form with all the necessary academic/personal information.
- Upload the necessary documents.
- Complete application/admissions formalities.
- Complete document verification/payment.
Student Achievements
Projects & Hackathons: Students are encouraged to take part in projects, activities, innovations and practical experience associated with environment management, occupational health and safety. The University offers more extensive engineering system where students can deal with real world problems using project based learning and technical activities.
Awards & Competitions: Students can also be involved in technical competitions, project exhibitions, workshops and innovations organized by the University and its School of Engineering and Technology. Some of the events such as IGNITE 2026 have given students chances to display their ideas using poster and model exhibitions where students were awarded certificates and cash prizes. All of these are University/School level accomplishments and do not specifically pertain to PG Diploma EHS students.
FAQs
Who can pursue the PG diploma in environment health and safety?
Any graduate from a recognized university is eligible — there is no stream restriction in this regard.
Any graduate can pursue this PG diploma in EHS or only science graduates can pursue?
Any graduate can pursue the PG diploma in EHS — unlike in the case of the Advance Diploma in Environment Health and Safety offered by the university, this one doesn’t have any technical prerequisite.
Is this PG diploma in EHS UGC approved?
Yes — the PG diploma in Environment Health and Safety offered by the university is UGC approved.
What is the duration of the PG diploma in EHS?
The duration of the PG diploma in Environment Health and Safety is one year.
Can I do this PG diploma in EHS after a B.A./B.Com degree?
Yes, since any graduate from a recognized university is eligible for the PG diploma in EHS, therefore B.A. and B.Com degree holders can pursue it too.
What kind of jobs can I do after doing PG diploma in EHS?
There are several jobs like EHS Officer, Environmental Compliance Executive, Health & Safety Coordinator, and Sustainability Trainee that one can choose to do after PG diploma in EHS in manufacturing, construction, and process industries.
What is the salary after doing PG diploma in EHS in India?
After completing PG diploma in EHS, entry-level salary will be somewhere between ₹2.5 – 5.2 LPA.
What is the difference between PG diploma and advance diploma in EHS?
PG Diploma is available for graduates from any stream while advance diploma in Environment Health and Safety is available for engineers only.
Can I continue my studies even after completing this PG diploma?
Yes. Students can go for higher qualifications such as NEBOSH IGC, or even more specialization in the form of Advance Diploma in Environment Health and Safety offered by the university if in future they get the right technical background or experience.
How is this PG diploma different from the PG Diploma in Industrial Safety?
While the PG Diploma in Industrial Safety deals with only hazard prevention at work place, this PG Diploma in EHS covers not only occupational safety but also environment compliance and sustainability basics and has exactly same "any graduate" eligibility criteria.