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EXAMINATIONS

No, there is no other way.

To become a pilot in India, first you must pass the all the DGCA examinations.

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The DGCA examinations consist of the following subjects :-

  • Navigation

  • Meteorology

  • Regulations (hope your memory is good)

  • Technical (if you end up doing your flight training in India) 

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To even give these examinations in the first place, you will need a "Computer number."

Computer number is a permanent and unique number assigned to you that will allow you to enroll for the examinations. It is also be your identity for all further documentation. 

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STEP 1:

Get a computer number from the Pariksha website.

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GENERAL CHECKLIST​

  1. Create your Pariksha account

  2. Fill in the required information

  3. Scan and upload documents (please make sure they are attested as needed)

    • *they have a 100 mb upload limit*. For help with that go to - ilovepdf.com​

  4. After submitting the application, use the Indian postage to speed post a copy of your documents within 10 days of clicking submit on the website.

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WING TIPS!

  • Follow their instructions for each step with utmost precision to minimize chance of application rejection.

  • Keep your scores, documents, scans, copies handy.

  • Find a gazetted officer for their stamp and signatures

  • Do not expect prompt replies and accurate answers to your doubts, they will mostly just direct you to their instruction manual.

  • I hope you have given your physics and math examinations. â€‹

  • You could get rejected for many reasons, the following are a few examples - 

    • Low quality scans​

    • Not mentioning if you have studied in an international board

    • Inaccurate photo size

    • Wrong ink color

    • Wrong document

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Average time taken for the whole process - 2- 6 months. Be patient, but tackle it head on.

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STEP 2:

THE EXAMINATIONS!

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Apply for the examinations.

 

This DGCA website has a list of recommended books to prepare from for the examination.

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I recommend joining coaching, but if your concepts and study hours are fairly strong, then it can all be done from the comfort of your home.

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These examinations happen every 3 months, and I think with a little extra hard work its possible to prepare for them in a quarter of a year.

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Take time out every alternate day to check for uploaded examination dates on the Pariksha website. 

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You will most probably get your preferred city for the exam, but expect to be travelling end moment. Unfortunately for you, we are not a travel agency.

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WING TIPS!

  • Its okay to not give all three examinations at once (unless time is of essence)

  • Practice papers

  • You will need a 70/100 or above to pass, and once you pass, just let go of the marks. You passed. That is all that matters

  • Remember to get your admit card

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STEP  3:

Celebrate. 

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