Aviation Career Guide: Roles, Salary 2026 & Future Scope

Updated on Jun 30, 2025 02:37 IST
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An Aviation career in India offers a promising path for people who are passionate about the aerospace industry. With the country's increasing market which is driven by air travel demand there are diverse Aviation career opportunities.

The popular jobs are Aircraft Electrical Installers or Technicians, Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, etc. The Aviation salary offered at entry-level is around approx. INR 3-6 LPA, for mid-level profiles it is around approx INR 6 - 12 LPA and for senior-level it is around approx INR 30 - 50 LPA. 

Aviation graduates can either go for jobs or further pursue BBA or MBA.  

Aviation Salary in India

Here are some of the top Aviation jobs:

Job Profiles

Description

Average Salary

Pilots

Aircraft are flown and controlled by them during takeoffs, landings, and scheduled routes

INR 34.6 LPA

Airport Operations Managers

The manager of the airport's operations centre oversees and addresses complicated problems

INR 13 LPA

Aircraft Manufacturing Engineers

In addition to investigating the aerodynamic performance of aircraft and building materials, their main responsibilities include developing aircraft and propulsion systems

INR 12 LPA

Quality Control Personnel

Inspectors of quality control remove or discard any equipment and items that do not meet the requirements

INR 3.5 LPA

Aircraft Electrical Installers or Technicians

Aeroplane electricians set up and maintain the electrical systems and equipment in aeroplanes

INR 5.3 LPA

Note: The salary has been taken from Ambitionbox.com.

Aviation Top Recruiters

Candidates can check the list of top recruiters of Aviation graduates below:

Aviation Top Recruiters

Air India

Go Air

Vistara

Yatra

Spice Jet

Airbnb

Air Asia

Airport Authority of India

Aviation Career: Core Sectors

Candidates can see the top sectors where Aviation graduates can work:

Sector

Description

Logistics Sector

Logistics management ensures efficient transport and storage of goods and information from origin to consumption to meet consumer demands.

Airline Sector

An "airline" is a company providing air transportation services for passengers and freight, typically using jet aircraft, but sometimes helicopters.

Aviation Company

An aviation company offers numerous job opportunities, primarily focused on designing, maintaining, and flying aircraft, as well as managing airport operations and aircraft maintenance.

Airport Terminals

The airport terminal provides dining and shopping options for travellers transitioning between ground transportation and aircraft, supported by airport and aviation teams.

Best Aviation Colleges for Placements

Candidates can see the list of colleges with high package:

Aviation Colleges

Average Package 

Speed Jet Aviation

3 - 42 LPA

Indraprastha Institute of Aeronautics

8 - 20 LPA

The Bombay Flying Club

3 - 10 LPA

Srinivas University

4.5 - 10 LPA

Skybird Aviation

3.96 - 9.96 LPA

Gujarat University

8.75 LPA

Wingsss College of Aviation Technology

8.5 LPA

NMIMS, Mumbai

8.5 LPA

Hindustan Aviation Academy

8 LPA

Note: The info is taken from other sources and can be different.

Table of contents
  • Popular Aviation Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Aviation Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular Aviation Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Popular Aviation UG Courses
  • Popular Aviation PG Courses
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Popular Aviation Colleges in India

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Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Aviation. Students interested in pursuing a career on Aviation, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

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CUCET 2026 Phase 1 Application Form

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CUCET 2026 Phase 1 Exam

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Popular Aviation Specializations

Following are the most popular Aviation Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Popular Aviation UG Courses

Following are the most popular Aviation UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Aviation PG Courses

Following are the most popular Aviation PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

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 ILAM - Institute of Logistics and Aviation Management, Mumbai offers BBA in the field of aviation and management. The different BBA specialisations include:

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Candidates can check below the ILAM - Institute of Logistics and Aviation Management, Mumbai total tuition fee for some of the courses:

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MBAINR 35000

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Raj Priya

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Candidates wishuing to take admission in the UG programmes at ILAM - Institute of Logistics and Aviation Management, Mumbai should check the given table:

CourseCommon Eligibility 
BScClass 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
BBAClass 12 from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks
UG DiplomaClass 12 from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks

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EAU offers a number of facilities to students such as:

  • Spaces for sports and social activities
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  • EAU offers fully-equipped labs and workshops for the Engineering programs

 

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Bhumika Kaur

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Answered a month ago

On-campus accommodation is offered to Emirates Aviation University's students. The types of rooms available at this university are single en-suite room, studio, and superior room. The monthly housing range is between AED 2,363 - AED 3,200. 

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EAU is accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education. Also, it is accredited from the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.

Emirates Aviation Uni is famous for offering education in Aeronautical Engineering, Business Management, Aviation Safety and Security. 

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Nishtha Shukla

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For Indian students, the annual tuition fee for Emirates Aviation Uni is between INR 9.17 Lacs - INR 21.6 lakh. Also, while staying in Dubai, students can expect to spend around INR 1 Lacs for the monthly living expenses. Course-wise fees can be checked from the table given below. 

CourseTuition
MS
INR 13.48 L - 18.96 L
MBA/PGDM
INR 21.62 L
PG Certificate
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