Air India Cadet Pilot Program is India’s flagship carrier pilot training pathway. Selected candidates receive Commercial Pilot License (CPL) training and Type Rating directly from Air India.
This program transforms aspiring pilots into Air India First Officers from day one.
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Cadet Pilot Programmes are a structured ab-initio pathway that takes aspiring pilots from zero flight time to a Commercial Pilot License (CPL), with direct induction pathways to the airline as Junior First Officers.
Air India Cadet Pilot Programme selects aspiring pilots for Commercial Pilot License (CPL) Training and Type Rating. The training is provided at Air India Flying Training Academy and two global partner schools.
Upon completion, cadets join Air India as First Officers.
This is your path to flying India’s flag carrier worldwide.
Air India Cadet Pilot Program eligibility criteria is as follows:
Check out their eligibility criteria here.
Air India Cadet Program application is a multi-stage process:
Step 1: Online application through portal.
Step 2: Applications Screening to check eligibility criteria.
Step 3: Aptitude Tests to measure cognitive abilities and aviation aptitude.
Step 4: Psychometric Assessments to check compatibility and decision-making skills.
Step 5: Group discussion to assess leadership qualities, teamwork and high-pressure environment handling.
Step 6: Flight Simulator Test
Step 7: Interviews to check candidate suitability for Air India Cadet Programme.
Step 8: Final Selection with LOI signing.
To clear Air India Cadet Pilot Programme Entrance with flying colours, join FMS Academy’s Airline Entrance Exam Course.
We help you ace the Air India selection process. in just 2-4 months! The course covers:
Read our Complete Guide on Cadet Pilot Programmes in India to learn more.
Duration: Air India Cadet Pilot Programs run for approximately 24 months (including Type Rating)
CPL Ground Training:
Candidates under Cadet Pilot Program undergo CPL Ground training in India.
CPL Flying Training
Air India Pilot Training is held at the following academies:
Air India Type Rating and License Conversion are held in India.
The fees for Air India Cadet Pilot Programme in India ranges from ~ INR 1,00,00,000 to ~ INR 1,25,00,000.
Exact costs depend on training partner and location. Eg, AIFTA, Amravati.
Air India partners with TATA Capital to finance aviation training. Cadets can choose other financial institutions also.
As this is a major investment for a flying career, aspiring pilots should evaluate training quality, licence validity, and job alignment.
Your career as Air India pilot will look as follows:
Direct Path to Air India Cockpit: No uncertainty about airline placements. Guaranteed career pathway with Air India.
Type Rating on Air India Fleet: Type rating based on fleet requirement. Ready to operate Air India aircraft immediately.
Air India is one of the most reputed airlines in India with a global footprint. Here’s why it offers the top Cadet Pilot Program in India :
FMS Aviation Academy has been successful in helping aspiring pilots achieve their dreams! With 4 centres across India, we offer:
Proven Results: 300+ students trained successfully across India.
AI-Powered Learning: India’s first smart platform for DGCA ground classes.
Expert Mentorship: Learn directly from a Senior Airline Captain
Concept-Based Training: Build real understanding, not rote knowledge.
Transparent Guidance: No fake approvals or inflated success claims.
Career-Oriented Coaching: From DGCA prep or Cadet Programme entrance to airline readiness.
Lifetime Mentorship: Continuous support through flight training and interviews.
Air India Cadet Pilot Program offers a prestigious pathway to becoming an airline pilot. Join India’s flagship carrier and represent the nation globally by clearing the entrance with our Cadet Pilot Programme Entrance Course!
Alternatively, you can follow the Conventional Pilot Training by beginning your DGCA Ground Training with FMS today!
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