Every aspiring commercial pilot in India must clear the DGCA pilot examinations before earning a CPL or ATPL. These are computer-based theory exams conducted by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) through the official Pariksha portal at pariksha.dgca.gov.in.
The minimum passing score in each DGCA exam subject is 70%. No negative marking applies.
This guide walks you through the entire DGCA exam registration process — eligibility, application, fee payment, admit card, and results.
Before you register for DGCA pilot examinations, confirm you meet these requirements:
Don’t have a Computer Number yet?
Read: How to Get Your DGCA Computer Number — Step-by-Step Guide
No scanned documents or medical certificates are required at the time of DGCA exam application, only your Computer Number and a valid email ID.
When applying for DGCA pilot examinations, you’ll select from these six subjects:
ATPL candidates additionally appear for Radio Aids & Instruments and Advanced Navigation.
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Go to pariksha.dgca.gov.in. Log in with your Computer Number and password.
First-time users: click “Register” and set up your account using your registered email and mobile number.
Before applying, check that your profile shows:
Profile errors can cause admit card issues or exam centre mismatches.
In your dashboard, click Apply for Examination → Select Exam Session. DGCA conducts 4 regular exam sessions per year (roughly one per quarter). Choose the open session.
Select the subjects you want to attempt in that session.
You can attempt multiple DGCA CPL exam subjects in a single session.
Available DGCA pilot exam centres include: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Bhopal, and Guwahati.
Pay securely via UPI, net banking, or debit/credit card on the Pariksha portal. On successful payment, download and save your payment receipt immediately.
Admit cards are released 7–10 days before the exam date. Go to: Dashboard → Admit Card. Download, print, and verify: your name, subject list, exam date, and centre address.
On exam day, carry:
Results are published on pariksha.dgca.gov.in under Dashboard → Results. Download your scorecard. A score of 70% or above in each subject is a pass.
| Session Type | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Session | 4 times/year | All subjects, all candidates |
| OLODE (Online On-Demand) | As notified by DGCA | One subject per notified session, re-attempt candidates |
OLODE sessions are useful if you’ve cleared most subjects and need to re-attempt just one paper, without waiting for the next regular session.
The DGCA pilot examinations test deep conceptual knowledge across six CPL subjects. Clearing all six in your first attempt requires structured preparation.
At FMS Aviation Academy, you get:
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Written Test Preparation
Psychometric & Aptitude Test Prep
Simulator Training
Interview & Soft Skills Training
Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) Course: DGCA-mandated subjects covered.
Air Navigation
Radio Aids & Instruments
Meteorology
Bonus: Flying logbook preparation (DGCA format), eGCA application guidance & Viva eligibility support
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