IndiGo Giving Wings to Fly Pilot Training Programme 2026: Eligibility, Benefits, Selection Process and How to Apply

The programme is therefore particularly significant for aspiring women pilots who may find the cost of commercial pilot training difficult to manage.

How Long is the Pilot Training?

The complete training programme is expected to take approximately 20 months.

The programme structure includes:

6 months: Ground School in Gurugram, Haryana

12 months: Flying School at Dhana or Neemuch in Madhya Pradesh

2 months: ATR Type Rating training in India after successful completion of CPL requirements.

Selected candidates will therefore need to be prepared to stay at the designated training locations for the duration of the programme.

Giving Wings to Fly Selection Process

The selection process follows a structured multi-stage evaluation.

Phase 1 – Application and Eligibility Screening

Candidates first register on the ScholarsBox platform and complete the online application. The application is then checked against the basic eligibility requirements.

Phase 2 – Preliminary Assessments

The preliminary assessment includes:

Psychometric and cognitive assessment
Video Statement of Purpose
DGCA compliance readiness

Candidates may need to obtain their Indian passport, DGCA Computer Number and required medical certifications at different stages.

Phase 3 – Advanced Assessments

Shortlisted candidates participate in in-person assessments in Gurugram, Haryana.

These include:

ADAPT assessment
Group Discussion
Personal Interview

The ADAPT assessment evaluates skills relevant to pilot aptitude, including cognitive, psychomotor and behavioural abilities.

Phase 4 – Document Verification and Home Visit

BharatCares conducts verification of the information and documents submitted by candidates. A home visit may also be conducted to verify the candidate’s circumstances and submitted information.

Phase 5 – Final Selection and Onboarding

The final selection is based on merit and the discretion of the selection committee.

For the FY 2026–27 batch, approximately 15 candidates are expected to be shortlisted. Selected candidates will then begin their ground school training in Gurugram.

Pilot Training Exams

During ground school, candidates will need to clear the prescribed DGCA theory examinations.

The programme information states that the six DGCA theory papers include:

Air Regulations
Air Navigation
Aviation Meteorology
Technical General
Two additional specialisation papers

Candidates must achieve the prescribed passing marks in each subject. The programme also includes the RTR examination, Student Pilot Licence assessment and English Language Proficiency requirements during the subsequent stages of training.

Where Will Selected Candidates Be Trained?

The programme involves training at different locations.

Ground School: Gurugram, Haryana

Flying Training: Dhana or Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh

ATR Type Rating: India

Candidates should be prepared to reside at the designated training locations for approximately 20 months.