Is NEET or JEE Required for Becoming a Pilot? All Things You Need to Know
Every year, thousands of Class 12 students get stuck on one question before they even start their aviation journey: do I need to clear NEET or JEE to become a pilot? If you have been losing sleep over this, here is some relief. The answer is no. And once you understand why, the entire path becomes a lot less intimidating. Press enter or click to view image in full size What DGCA Actually Requires Instead of NEET or JEE scores, DGCA looks at a much simpler set of requirements before anyone can begin CPL exam preparation or PPL training in India. Here is what actually matters: You need to have completed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics as core subjects. This is non-negotiable since the technical subjects in pilot training, things like air navigation and aircraft performance, build directly on these two subjects. You need to be at least 18 years old to apply for a Commercial Pilot License, though PPL training in India can sometimes begin earlier depending on the institute. You...