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This is the formal batch selection registration and application form for pilot training under the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program.
It runs in two stages — a quick self-declared eligibility check and then document
submission for candidates who qualify. No documents are needed to begin.
Eligibility Criteria
Confirm you meet these requirements before you register.
All criteria are self-declared at Stage 1 and verified against your documents at Stage 2.
Age
18 to 40 years at the time of application.
Nationality
Indian national or OCI card holder, with the ability to travel internationally.
Academic Qualification
Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Mathematics and English — minimum 51% in each subject individually, or Grade Point 6 / Grade C1, or an equivalence certificate from AIU.
DGCA Medical
DGCA Class 2 Medical (CA-35) for initial screening. See the FAQs for the full DGCA Class 2 medical test list. A valid unrestricted DGCA Class 1 Medical is required before issuance of the Letter of Eligibility (LOE).
BMI
Body Mass Index between 18 and 25. Declared at Stage 1; actual height, weight and BMI submitted at Stage 2. The height and weight requirements for commercial pilot candidates are assessed through your DGCA medical.
Appearance
No visible tattoos, in accordance with applicable IndiGo appearance requirements.
English
Fluent in spoken and written English, with adequate reading and comprehension ability.
Passport & International Travel
Valid passport and eligibility for the applicable student/training visa and security clearance requirements for the overseas flight-training phase.
Background / Compliance
Must satisfy applicable background, security, regulatory and drug-screening requirements.
Funding Readiness
Should be financially prepared to meet programme payment milestones and associated personal expenses.
Two-Stage Registration
Eligibility check first. Documents only if you qualify.
Stage 2 opens immediately for document submission to apply for the program.
Eligibility Check
No documents required · approx. 2 minutes
Your details
Documents to upload
After You Submit
From screening to Letter of Eligibility.
01
Screening & document check
Our team verifies your documents and contacts you for an initial screening, in person or over a video call.
02
ADAPT test
A computer-based assessment of psychomotor skills, flying aptitude, reasoning, Mathematics, Physics and English.
03
Group assessment
Communication, teamwork, listening, leadership potential and logical reasoning.
04
Personal interview
Motivation, professional attitude, aviation awareness, decision-making and suitability for airline training.
05
Letter of Eligibility (LOE)
Successful candidates who meet all applicable requirements, including a valid unrestricted DGCA Class 1 Medical, progress to the LOE stage. The LOE is issued by IndiGo and signed at a formal ceremony marking the start of training.
FAQs
The Registration of Interest form is for candidates exploring the programme at any time. This page is the formal registration for a specific batch that is currently open, and it leads directly into the selection process and answers how to apply for the IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program.
No. Stage 1 is a self-declaration only. Documents are requested at Stage 2, which unlocks once your Stage 1 declaration confirms you are eligible.
No. There is no OTP or email verification step. Please enter your mobile number and email carefully, as our team will use them to reach out to you about your application.
You will see an on-screen confirmation that you are eligible to proceed, and Stage 2 will open for document upload.
You will get an on-screen confirmation that your application has been received. Our programme team will then contact you to schedule your screening, either in person or over a video call.
The eligibility declarations are mandatory entry requirements for this batch, so you will not be able to proceed to Stage 2. Your details are saved, and you are welcome to register again once you meet the requirements.
An AIU Equivalence Certificate is issued by the Association of Indian Universities and confirms that a school qualification obtained outside India is equivalent to the Indian Class 12 (10+2). If you studied under a foreign board, you will need an equivalence certificate from AIU before your academic qualification can be accepted for this programme. To apply for an AIU equivalence certificate, submit your application online through the AIU Evaluation Division portal with your academic transcripts, your school leaving or transfer certificate and the prescribed fee. Applications are accepted online only. Our team can guide you on what to prepare.
DGCA exams (MET, NAV, Regulations, RTR 1 & RTR 2) must be cleared within 12 months of starting Ground School. The 5 mandatory SACAA exams must be cleared within 3 months of reaching South Africa, with all 10 SACAA exams to be cleared within 12 months from the arrival at 43 Air School.
Flying begins after you reach South Africa and successfully clear the 5 mandatory SACAA exams: Navigation, Meteorology, Flight Planning, Aircraft Technical and General.
Your LOE must be signed within 6 months, and Ground School must begin within 6 months of signing the LOE.
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