Ground Classes for Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
The following three graphics show the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) examinations you will need to pass to achieve your Indian CPL:
CPL
Flight Training: India
Air Navigation
Aviation Meteorology
Air Regulation
Technical General
Technical Specific
Radio Telephony Restricted (Aero)
Flight Training: Abroad
(Converting Foreign CPL)2
Air Navigation
Aviation Meteorology
Air Regulation
Radio Telephony Restricted (Aero)3
Flight Training: Abroad (Converting Foreign CPL)2
Air Navigation
Aviation Meteorology
Air Regulation
Radio Telephony Restricted (Aero)3
Flight Training: Abroad
(Convert Foreign CPL)1
Air Navigation Composite
Air Regulation
Radio Telephony Restricted (Aero)3
NOTE:
Exams may be given in any order.
1 Process to be followed if exams are to be given after completion of flight training.
2 Process to be followed if exams are to be given before flight/during training.
3 May be attained from Abroad.
TIP:
Although the exams are not required to be completed in this order, be sure to complete all exams in a timely manner. It is suggested that the DGCA exams are passed right away as this knowledge will help students understand concepts during their flight training. Furthermore, completing the DGCA examinations before acquiring foreign CPL will reduce the chances of having lapsed flying hours. Thus, proving to be a more cost-effective approach to becoming an airline pilot.