Intermediate $69 12 hrs Certificate 2 learners enrolled Content current as of July 2026

GRIHA & Green Building Rating for India

This comprehensive course covers India's green building ecosystem, centred on the Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA) — the national rating system developed by TERI and endorsed by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). You will master the 34 criteria across four sections (Site Planning, Building Planning & Construction, Building Operation & Maintenance, and Innovation), understand the IGBC rating system comparison, navigate the Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) 2017 compliance requirements, evaluate green building materials, interpret energy simulation outputs, and prepare complete documentation for GRIHA certification. The course draws on real project case studies and equips you with the technical competence to advise on green building rating submissions in India.

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What You'll Learn

  • Explain the GRIHA rating framework, its 34 criteria across 4 sections, and the star-rating system from 1 to 5 stars
  • Evaluate site planning, building design, and construction practices against GRIHA mandatory and optional criteria
  • Compare GRIHA, IGBC, and LEED India rating systems to recommend the most appropriate certification for a project
  • Apply ECBC 2017 and ENS (Eco-Niwas Samhita) compliance requirements to commercial and residential buildings
  • Assess green building materials using EPD, VOC, recycled content, and life-cycle criteria
  • Interpret energy simulation outputs (eQUEST, EnergyPlus, DesignBuilder) for ECBC and GRIHA compliance
  • Prepare complete GRIHA documentation packages including drawings, calculations, and evidence submissions
  • Identify innovations in net-zero energy buildings, passive design, and bioclimatic architecture for Indian climates
Instructor
RSustain Academy Faculty

Delivery & Pricing

Format
Online Self-Paced
Price
$69
✅ 12-hour comprehensive programme
✅ Certificate on completion
✅ 27 in-course knowledge checks
Preview available after enrollment
Members save up to 30%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What will I learn in this course?
This 12-hour programme covers: Explain the GRIHA rating framework, its 34 criteria across 4 sections, and the star-rating system from 1 to 5 stars; Evaluate site planning, building design, and construction practices against GRIHA mandatory and optional criteria; Compare GRIHA, IGBC, and LEED India rating systems to recommend the most appropriate certification for a project; Apply ECBC 2017 and ENS (Eco-Niwas Samhita) compliance requirements to commercial and residential buildings.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for Architects and building designers seeking GRIHA certification competence for Indian projects, MEP engineers and energy consultants advising on ECBC compliance and green building performance, Sustainability consultants offering green building advisory services to developers and corporates, Real estate developers and project managers aiming for GRIHA or IGBC rated projects.
Are there any prerequisites?
Basic understanding of building design, construction, or facility management concepts, Familiarity with Indian building codes (NBC 2016) or equivalent international building standards is helpful but not required
How is the course delivered?
Online self-paced — study anytime, anywhere
Do I get a certificate?
Yes — an RSustain Academy certificate is issued on completion
How long do I have access?
You receive access to all course materials from the moment you enrol. Access duration depends on your enrolment type.