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CAE Indigo Cadet Pilot Program Classes - Enroll Now for March 2026 Batch

CAE Indigo Cadet Pilot Program Classes

CAE Indigo Cadet Pilot Program Classes

India

Location

Dwaraka, Sec-7, Delhi

Guidance

Capt. Awadesh Tomer

Batch

1 March 2026

Complete preparation for CAE Indigo Cadet Pilot Program Classes with expert guidance and mock test support.

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Capt. Awdhesh Tomar

Capt. Awdhesh Tomar

Director & Founder | A320 Commander

When you sit with Capt. Tomar for counselling, it doesn’t feel like a formal session. It feels like talking to someone who has already walked the path you’re trying to understand. He knows how confusing the beginning can be — medicals, DGCA Computer Number, ground classes, flying school choices, budgets — everything feels overwhelming at first. He speaks honestly. If something is risky, he will tell you. If something is unnecessary, he will explain why. There are no big promises or shortcuts — just practical guidance based on real experience in aviation. The focus is simple: help you make the right decision from day one. Because one wrong step in pilot training can cost time and money. Capt. Tomar makes sure you understand the process clearly before you move ahead.

Capt.                                             Deval Soni

Capt. Deval Soni

Director & Founder | A-320 Commander

Counselling with Capt. Deval Soni is deeply personal, because his journey into aviation was never smooth or handed to him easily. He understands the confusion, the financial pressure, the fear of making the wrong decision, and the emotional stress that comes with chasing a cockpit dream. He has lived that uncertainty himself. During counselling, he does not simply explain the process — he shares perspective. From medicals and DGCA Computer Number to ground school strategy, flight training choices, budget planning, and airline preparation, everything is discussed honestly. When you speak to Capt. Deval, you are not talking to a counsellor — you are talking to someone who once sat exactly where you are sitting now.

INDIGO CADET PILOT PROGRAM

CAE IndiGo Cadet Pilot Programme —

Become a Professional Airline Pilot through the structured IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program in partnership with CAE, a global aviation training leader.

Why Choose CAE IndiGo Cadet Programme?

  • ✔ Direct airline pathway toward Airbus A320 fleet
  • ✔ Designed for beginners (zero flying experience accepted)
  • ✔ Global-standard simulators & training ecosystem
  • ✔ 900+ cadets trained into airline roles
  • ✔ Structured CPL → Type Rating → Airline transition

Official Airline Portal

All official cadet openings are listed only on:

https://www.goindigo.in/careers.html

Program Structure Overview – CAE × IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program

The CAE – IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program is built as a structured airline-integrated pathway. It transforms a student with zero flying experience into an Airbus A320-ready airline pilot through two clearly defined professional phases.

Phase Qualification Earned Purpose
Phase 1 DGCA CPL (ME/IR) Build core flying & instrument competence
Phase 2 Airbus A320 Type Rating + JIT + MCC Airline cockpit readiness under SOP

Phase 1 – Commercial Pilot License (CPL ME/IR)

This foundational phase develops aviation knowledge, aircraft handling discipline, instrument proficiency, and DGCA regulatory compliance.

Training Component Footprint Approx Duration
DGCA Ground Theory 540 Hours ~6 Months
Flight Training (SE + ME) 200 Hours ~10 Months
Simulator Training 30 Hours Integrated within flying phase

What This Phase Includes

  • • DGCA Ground School – All mandatory subjects
  • • 185 Hours Single Engine (Diamond DA40)
  • • 15 Hours Multi Engine (Diamond DA42)
  • • 20 Hours Fixed Based Simulator – DA40
  • • 10 Hours Fixed Based Simulator – DA42
  • • Instrument Flying Procedures
  • • Cross Country Flying
  • • Night Flying Operations
  • • CPL Skill Test (DGCA Standard)

Total Duration: Approximately 16 Months

Phase 2 – Airbus A320 Type Rating with JIT & MCC

After successful CPL completion, cadets transition into structured airline jet operations, focusing on Airbus A320 systems mastery and multi-crew discipline.

Jet Induction Training (JIT)

Component Footprint Duration
Ground School + CBT 36 Hours ~60 Days
Fixed Based Simulator 20 Hours Integrated

JIT bridges piston aircraft flying to jet aircraft mindset and SOP discipline.

Airbus A320 Type Rating

Component Footprint
Ground School (with exam) 82 Hours
Cockpit Procedural Trainer (CPT) 22 Hours
Full Flight Simulator + Skill Tests 44 Hours
Airline-Readiness Focus Areas
  • • Airbus A320 Systems Mastery
  • • SOP Adherence & Airline Procedures
  • • Emergency Handling & Abnormal Scenarios
  • • Multi-Crew Coordination (Captain–FO workflow)
  • • Airline-Level Skill Checks

Phase Duration: Approximately 2 Months

Entry Standards

Cadet Pilot Qualification Requirements

Before entering the airline-integrated cadet pathway, candidates must meet academic, medical, regulatory and professional benchmarks aligned with commercial aviation standards.

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Age Criteria

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 35 Years
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Educational Qualification

  • 10+2 with minimum 51% individually in:
  • • Physics
  • • Mathematics
  • • English
  • AIU equivalency required (foreign boards)
  • NIOS accepted (51% individually mandatory)
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Nationality

  • Indian National
  • OCI Card Holder (Security clearance mandatory)
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Passport Requirement

  • Valid Indian passport
  • Unrestricted global travel rights
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Medical Certification

  • DGCA Class 1 Medical (No operational limitations)
  • Class 2 allowed at application stage
  • Class 1 mandatory before Cadet Agreement

Complete Class 1 medical early to avoid financial risk before deposits.

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Grooming & Fitness Standards

  • Recommended BMI: 18 – 25
  • No visible tattoos in uniform
  • No visible body piercings

Airline grooming and professional presentation standards apply throughout training and employment.

CAE – IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program

Selection Process

The selection process is structured, standardized, and airline-supervised. It evaluates cognitive ability, behavioural discipline, leadership traits, and cockpit readiness — not just academic knowledge.

Stage 1 – ADAPT Assessment

A standardized aviation psychometric evaluation designed to measure core pilot aptitude and cognitive performance.

  • Psychomotor skills
  • Cognitive ability
  • Decision-making speed
  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Problem-solving under pressure
  • Spatial orientation

This stage filters candidates based on raw pilot aptitude — preparation significantly improves performance.

Stage 2 – Group Activity Assessment

Conducted in the presence of the IndiGo selection panel. This round evaluates how you function in a team environment.

  • Communication clarity
  • Leadership traits
  • Team coordination
  • Situational awareness

Airlines look for structured thinking, composure, and collaborative mindset — not dominance or silence.

Stage 3 – Personal Interview

Conducted by the IndiGo selection panel to assess professional alignment and long-term aviation commitment.

  • Motivation & career clarity
  • Aviation awareness
  • Personality suitability
  • Professional discipline

Interviewers evaluate maturity, composure, and understanding of airline operations.

Letter of Intent (LOI)

  • LOI issued upon clearing all selection stages
  • Cadet agreement signed
  • Training commencement scheduled

LOI represents conditional airline pathway confirmation, subject to successful completion of training phases.

Why This Program Structure Matters

This is not just flight training. It is an airline-integrated professional pathway.

  • Structured training framework
  • Full residential support
  • Airline-aligned procedures
  • Simulator-intensive exposure
  • Transparent pricing model
  • Standardized selection system

From DGCA ground theory to Airbus cockpit readiness — the pathway is structured to meet airline operational standards.

Complete Pricing Structure – CAE × IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program

The CAE – IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program is designed as a fully integrated zero-to-airline pathway. Below is the detailed and transparent financial structure including all major inclusions.

Total Program Investment

₹97,26,800 INR

(Includes A320 Type Rating component approx. USD $31,500 calculated at ₹84 conversion rate)

Phase 1 – Commercial Pilot License (16 Months)

Component Status
CASS (ADAPT) AssessmentIncluded
DGCA Medical Class II & IIncluded
Police Verification & Drug TestIncluded
Ground Theory – 540 HoursIncluded
DA40 Simulator – 20 HoursIncluded
DA42 Simulator – 10 HoursIncluded
DA40 Aircraft – 185 HoursIncluded
DA42 Aircraft – 15 HoursIncluded
Uniform, Flight Bag & Ramp JacketIncluded
Books, Jeppesen Charts & Study MaterialIncluded
Logbook, CX3 Flight Computer & CalculatorIncluded
Accommodation (16 Months)Included
Food & LaundryIncluded
Wi-Fi & Campus TransportationIncluded
DGCA & WPC Exam Fees & License IssueIncluded
Aviation Headset & ShoesIncluded
24/7 Medical Facility & Recreation AccessIncluded

Phase 2 – Airbus A320 Type Rating (2 Months)

Component Status
AccommodationIncluded
Training MaterialIncluded
Food & Wi-FiIncluded
Transport (Accommodation ↔ Training Center)Included
Visa Charges & Local TaxesIncluded
Flight Tickets Not Included

This detailed inclusion breakdown ensures full financial transparency for candidates and parents. Aviation training is a significant investment, and clarity in cost structure is essential before commitment.

Career Path After Completion

  • Junior First Officer (JFO)
  • First Officer
  • Senior First Officer
  • Captain (with experience)

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