Best Cabin Crew / Air Hostess Colleges in India - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026

About 230+ best Air Hostess colleges are there in India. Of these, 105 colleges are privately owned and 5 colleges are owned by public/government organisations. Some of the top Cabin Crew colleges in India include Frankfinn Institute of Air Hostess Training, Parul University, Remo International College, SAGE University, Indore, Gujarat University, New Delhi YMCA, Institute for Career Studies, Aptech Aviation Academy, and many others. Students can secure admission after passing Class 12 boards or on merit-basis.

It is important for you to note that there is no national level entrance exam for Air Hostess course admission. But you will find some institutes and airlines that conduct their selection process which may include written tests, GD or PI before admission or hiring.

• Mostly you will get admission on the basis of your Class 12 board exam marks and a personal interview round.
• Some private institutes may take aptitude or English proficiency tests to test your abilities.
• Selection process is a mix of written tests, group discussion, interview rounds and other fitness exams.

So basically there is no mandatory Air Hostess exam for course admission in India but you will have the check the selection process of the training institute where you wish to apply.  

As per popularity basis, listed below are the top Cabin Crew colleges in India along with their tuition fees:

Top Colleges	Tuition Fee
Parul University	INR 1.35 lakh
SAGE University, Indore	INR 80,000
New Delhi YMCA, Institute for Career Studies	INR 81,190
Aptech Aviation Academy	INR 69,300
Rayat Bahra University	INR 80,000

Disclaimer: This info. is taken from the official website.

Check the table below to see the list of the best institutes in India that provide Air Hostess training:

Institute Name	Location	Highlights
Skywings Academy of Aviation and Tourism	Kochi	One of best in Kerala
Frankfinn Institute of Air Hostess Training	Multiple cities (PAN India)	Leading brand, strong industry tie-ups.
Aptech Aviation and Hospitality Academy	Multiple cities (PAN India)	Aviation, hospitality, and travel training.
Indira Gandhi Institute of Aeronautics	Chandigarh, Patiala, Jaipur	Strong aviation and cabin crew programs.
PTC Aviation Academy	Chennai, Bangalore	Focus on aviation, hospitality, and management.
Airborne Air Hostess Academy	Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur	Practical training and placement support.
Universal Aviation Academy	Chennai	Approved by DGCA, hands-on training.
Wings Air Hostess and Hospitality Training	Pune, Mumbai	Skill-based, job-oriented training.
Bombay Flying Club's Cabin Crew Training Program	Mumbai	One of India's the oldest aviation training centers.

Source - Multiple external/ official sites, info.may vary

Wings Airline Academy has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
UG Diploma	Candidate must have completed 10+2 from any recognised Board/Council.

It is estimated that joining the top Air Hostess colleges in India can be affordable as most colleges have tuition fees of less than INR 1 lakh. Listed below are the colleges along with their tuition fees:

Low-cost colleges	Tuition Fee
SAGE University, Indore Fees	INR 80,000
New Delhi YMCA, Institute for Career Studies Fees	INR 81,190
Aptech Aviation Academy Fees	INR 69,300
Rayat Bahra University Fees	INR 80,000
YWCA Women's Training institute Fees	INR 27,000

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website.

Yes, there are many government Cabin Crew colleges in India. Some of them are mentioned below along with their tuition fees:

Public/Govt. Colleges	Tuition Fee
YWCA Women's Training institute Admission	INR 27,000
Periyar University Admission	INR 6,700 – INR 8,130
YWCA Vocational Training Institute Admission	INR 26,000

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and may vary.

Yes, there are about 100+ Air Hostess colleges in India offer certificate courses. Some of them are mentioned below along with their tuition fees:

Top Colleges	Tuition Fee
Aptech Aviation Academy	INR 69,300
Indus University	INR 1.35 lakh
YWCA Women's Training Institute	INR 27,000
Periyar University	INR 6,700
Thakur Institute of Aviation	INR 1.3 lakh

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website.

Some top choices of aspiring cabin crew members are mentioned in the table below -

Course Level	Top Colleges	Course Fees
Diploma in Air Hostess Courses	NIMS Jaipur	INR 75,000
	Rayat University, Indore	INR 80,000
	Rayat Bahra University	INR 80,000
	Rayat5 Institute	INR 1.2 L
	Parul University	INR 1.35 L
	IGIA Janakpuri	INR 1.6 L

Source - Multiple external/ official sites, info. may vary.

Gujarat University admission is merit-based for most of the courses. However, for some PG and PhD level programmes, aspirants need to qualify for the national or university-level entrance exam. Candidates need to complete a minimum of Class 12 to apply for UG courses whereas graduation is required to apply for PG programmes. The university offers admission to most of the courses based on the merit of the aspirants in the last qualifying exam. 

Listed below are the top Cabin Crew colleges in India offer direct admission to their students along with their tuition fees:

Top Colleges	Tuition Fee
School of Hospitality and Tourism Studies, Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Navi Mumbai	INR 1 lakh
Thakur Institute of Aviation	INR 1.3 lakh
Panache Academy, Goa	INR 69,000
Flyway Institute	INR 1 lakh
Panache Academy, Ahmedabad	INR 69,000

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website.

Air Hostess qualifications for girls in India are mentioned below:

• Pass class 12,  Diploma or certificate in Air Hostess training is preferred.
• A degree in Aviation, Hospitality, or Tourism is an advantage.
• Age Limit18 to 27 years
• Some airlines prefer unmarried candidates 
• Height Minimum 155 cm 
• Weight Proportionate to height (BMI within airline standards).
• Vision should be 6/6 or 6/9 (corrected vision with lenses allowed in most cases).
• no visible scars, tattoos, or major medical conditions.
• Language Fluency in English & Hindi (foreign language is a plus).
• Communication, grooming, confidence, teamwork, and the ability to handle emergencies.

Listed below are the top specialisations offered by various Cabin Crew colleges in India:

Top Specialisations	No. of Colleges
Ground Staff	11
Travel & Tourism Management	3
Flight Operations	2
Food & Beverage Service	2
Aviation	2

Find some of the popular choices in the table below -

Certificate in Air Hostess Courses	Periyar University	INR 6,700
	YWCA Women's Training Institute	INR 27,000
	Aptech Aviation Academy	INR 69,300
	Periyar7 Institute of Aviation	INR 1.3 L
	Indus University	INR 1.35 L

Source - Multiple external/ official sites, information may vary.

The Uniqueness about Indus uiversity is the college doesn't come under GTU. Indus University extensively follows their syllabus and optional subject which benefits the student. Also Indus University is expensive and state private university so whether there are holidays or some festival on all state colleges or not, they follow their own permanent holidays list. It is UGC and AICTE approved and have 10 constituent colleges offering various ug, pg and phd courses.

Air Hostess courses are majorly offered at the certification and Diploma levels. Instead of choosing a specific course, I personally believe you should look for a top institute for Air Hostess that will provide you with the right knowledge and skills, alongside great placement options in India. Meanwhile, you can go for courses like Diploma in Cabin Crew Training, Certificate Course in Aviation, Hospitality and Travel Management, Certificate in Hospitality, Travel and Customer Service, etc.  

The Air Hostess qualification for girls and boys is pretty much similar. For example, Class 12 from any stream is mandatory, with a certification or degree that is DGCA-approved. The age limit is also similar for both girls and boys, only there's a minor height difference, which is a minimum of 155 cm (for girls) and 170 cm (for boys). The physical and medical fitness requirements, on the other hand, are the same for both genders.  

Usually, no, unless it is specified in the job requirements of a certain airline. The training institutes usually offer all the knowledge and skills one needs to excel in this career. Though things like additional languages, personality development workshops, or hospitality background tend to stand out among other CVs.

VELS University has experienced faculty members with years of experience. VELS University faculty motivates students to work on their skills and knowledge. VELS University faculty are professionals and holds various professional degrees.

NIMS University is a self-financed university, located in Jaipur, and was established in 2008. It has been recognised by the UGC and offers AICTE-approved courses to students.

The university is accredited by NAAC and has been ranked in the band 151-200 by the NIRF 2025 Ranking under the 'University' category.

Further, the university provides placement opportunities to students in top-notch companies such as TCS, Infosys, Deloitte, Capgemini, Samsung, Adani, Wipro, Tata, HP, etc. 

YWCA Women's Training institute has been rated 3.8 on Infrastructure parameter. YWCA Women's Training institute has also been rated 3.3 for Campuslife.

The seats availability for offered courses at IGIA (Indira Gandhi Institute of Aeronautics) Janakpuri goes up to 87.

Students abiding at Periyar University hostels are certainly at an advantage when it comes to hostel facilities. The foundations for the Adhiyaman Men's Hostel and Periyar Maniyammai Women's Hostel were laid in 2007. The hostels are secured by the wardens as well as deputy wardens and mess facility is available to the students. For girl students, a second hostel, the New Women's Hostel, has been completed in 2019.

ICRI Mumbai conducts various workshops and conferences for students. Recently, the college, in collaboration with Akash Healthcare, honored the incredible women students with various special gifts on Women’s Day. A collaborative workshop was recently conducted by the National Academic Medical Science and Bioscience Consortium. Many faculty members and students took part in this workshop which proved to be a knowledgeable workshop for everyone. The college has a good placement record and hence is the firt choice of many students looking out for courses related to Clinical Research and related fields. 

The Bombay Flying Club also offers undergraduate scholarship courses, which provide assistance to students who have good academic records with high financial needs, so that they can continue their education in aviation not burdened by many expenses.
Details for these scholarships, along with eligibility and application methods, are available directly by contacting The Bombay Flying Club.