The programmes conducted by the Institute are unique in more ways than one. Since, IDRBT is the only institution in the country focused exclusively on Banking Technology, the Institute's programmes not only bring to the participants the best that is being thought and said in the country, it also provides valuable inputs on the best in Banking Technology at the international level. The salient features of the programmes conducted by the Institute include:

All programmes conducted by the Institute are fully residential [unless otherwise specified] and the participants are required to stay at the Executive Facilities Centre of the Institute for the entire duration of the programme. The Programme Fees for all the programmes are normally inclusive of boarding, lodging, training, course material, kit, and other infrastructure charges.