Pilot Training in Bangalore | DGCA Ground Classes & CPL Guide

To become a commercial pilot from Bengaluru, you need Class 12 with Physics and Maths, a DGCA medical, passes in the DGCA CPL written exams and at least 200 hours of flight time. Most students take 2 to 3 years. This guide covers each step, what it costs, and where ADynamics' Bengaluru campus fits in.

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Who can start pilot training?

• Education: Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics. Students from other streams can clear both subjects through NIOS.
• Medical: a DGCA Class 2 medical to start training; a Class 1 medical before the CPL is issued.
• Age: at least 18 years old when the CPL is issued.
• DGCA computer number: needed to register for DGCA exams.

Check the current rules on the DGCA website, as requirements are updated from time to time.

The steps to a CPL

1. Get your Class 2 medical and DGCA computer number. ADynamics helps students with both.
2. Clear the DGCA CPL written exams. The papers are Air Navigation, Aviation Meteorology, Air Regulations, Technical General and Technical Specific, plus RTR(A). ADynamics Bengaluru teaches Air Navigation, Meteorology, Air Regulations, Technical General and RTR(A), each in 4 to 7 weeks.
3. Complete at least 200 hours of flight time at a flying school in India or abroad, then pass the CPL skill tests.
4. Get your Class 1 medical and apply for the DGCA CPL. Pilots who trained abroad complete a conversion process first.
5. Prepare for airlines: type rating (e.g. A320 or B737), airline written tests, psychometric tests, simulator checks and interviews.

DGCA ground classes at ADynamics Bengaluru

Each course runs Monday to Saturday, in person at the Bengaluru campus and online.

• Air Navigation: 7 weeks, 9 AM to 1 PM, 3 mock exams
• Technical General: 6 weeks, 10 AM to 1 PM, 3 mock exams
• RTR(A): 6 weeks, 2 PM to 5 PM, 10 mock exams
• Air Regulations: 4 weeks, 2 PM to 5 PM, 3 mock exams
• Aviation Meteorology: 4 weeks, 2 PM to 5 PM, 3 mock exams

The campus is at Ages Layout, 118, New BEL Road (next to KFC), R.M.V. 2nd Stage, Bengaluru 560094. Call +91 80500 76136. Full details on the DGCA ground classes page.

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How much does pilot training cost?

These are ADynamics' estimates. Actual costs depend on the flying school, aircraft type and how quickly you complete your hours.

DGCA ground classes	₹2.5 – 3 lakh
Medical and DGCA exam fees	Class 1 medical ₹20,000 – 30,000; DGCA exams ₹2,500 each (₹5,000 on demand)
Flying training in India (200 hours)	₹60 – 70 lakh (about 2 years)
Total, CPL trained in India	₹63 – 74 lakh
Flying abroad, instead of in India (usually includes accommodation)	₹53 – 90 lakh, depending on the country
Total, CPL with flying abroad	₹56 – 94 lakh, plus DGCA licence conversion
Type rating (optional, after CPL)	₹20 – 30 lakh

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the minimum qualification for pilot training in Bangalore?

You need to have passed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics (or cleared both through NIOS), hold a DGCA Class 2 medical to start training, and be at least 18 years old when the CPL is issued. A Class 1 medical is required before the CPL is issued.

2. How much does pilot training cost in Bangalore?

Based on ADynamics' estimates, a CPL trained in India costs about ₹63–74 lakh in total (ground classes, flying and medical/exam fees). Doing the flying abroad costs about ₹56–94 lakh depending on the country, plus DGCA licence conversion. A type rating is extra, about ₹20–30 lakh.

3. How long does CPL training take?

Most students take 2 to 3 years from starting ground classes to holding a CPL, including at least 200 hours of flight time.

4. Are DGCA ground classes available in Bangalore?

Yes. ADynamics runs DGCA ground classes at its Bengaluru campus on New BEL Road, R.M.V. 2nd Stage, and online. Courses run 4 to 7 weeks per subject, Monday to Saturday.

5. Which subjects are in DGCA CPL ground classes?

Air Navigation, Aviation Meteorology, Air Regulations, Technical General and Technical Specific, plus RTR(A) for the radio telephony licence.

About the Author

Written by Capt. Himanshu Dayalan, an Airbus A320 airline pilot who teaches DGCA Ground Classes at ADynamics.