Best Flying / Pilot Training Colleges in Maharashtra - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026

Below table shows the top BTech in Pilot Training colleges in India along with their cost:

College Names	Tuition Fee
Kings Cornerstone International College	INR 12 lakh

Some of the popular and affordable Pilot Training colleges in India along with their fee structure are mentioned in the table below -

College Name	Cost
IGIA Janakpuri	Rs. 1.59 lakh
Kaushalya The Skills University	Rs. 15,000
Fortune Aviation Academy	Rs. 1.35 lakh
Airport Aviation Academy	Rs. 1.47 lakh

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

Major requirements to become a pilot in India are mentioned in the list below - 

• Flight Knowledge
• Aircraft Handling
• Carrying out Radio Communication
• Handling Emergency Procedures
• Coordination and teamwork
• Discipline, fitness and more.

These factors are some of the most highly valued traits by employers.

 

 

The 3 basic measures to become a pilot in India are mentioned below -

1. The first step is the SPL (student pilot license)
2. Second step is the PPL (private pilot license)
3. Third step is the CPL (commercial pilot license)
4. To get a job you are still left to do your multi-engine rating and type rating.
5. Once you do all these you are eligible to apply for a pilot's job. 

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.

The Pilot salary in India depends on - experience, employer and job type. The average figures for a Commercial Pilot salary  are mentioned below -

·        InterGlobe Aviation - INR 52 LPA

·        Air India - INR 36.5 LPA

·        Spicejet - INR 47.4 LPA

·        JetAirways - INR 64.3 LPA

·        Emirates Airlines - INR 81.9 LPA

·        AirAsia - INR 28.2 LPA 

Source - Multiple external/official sites on the web, data may vary.

The minimum qualification you'll need to obtain is to pass Class 12 from a recognised board with PCM subjects. Your age must be 17 years or more for a Private Pilot License - PPL and 18 years for a Commercial Pilot License - CPL
A medical examiner from DGCA will provide you with a Class 2 medical certificate based on your eyesight, hearing and overall wellness assessment. 

The fees range for courses offerred by the Academy of Carver Aviation Pvt. Ltd. is around INR 550000 - INR 4305000.

CAE - National Flying Training Institute offers a Certificate course in Aviation. The course is available in Full Time mode. CAE - National Flying Training Institute has specializations such as Certificate specializations in Aircraft.

The fee bracket for programs offerred by the Aeromitra Aviation Pvt. Ltd Pune is approximately INR 2562700 - INR 3294900.

The vibe of Thakur Institute of Aviation Technology is quite good. The institute has an air-conditioned auditorium equipped with a high-end projection facility, PA Sound System, and others. There are many fests conducted in the college. Also, the studying environment is quite good. Students feel happy studying at the state-of-the-art campus. 

Yes, you can register online for admission to any UG or PG programme offered by NMIMS Shirpur. The final selection is based on entrance scores and merit. The institute accepts NMIMS CET, merit, GPAT, etc for selection.

 

It depends on what candidates mean by an Aviation professional. By far the easier and better job is that of a pilot. If candidates are young (aged 12-18), it is recommended that they pursue a general course of study. Take as many Maths and Science courses as possible. It may appear unusual to study Geography and Geology, but candidates would want to know what they are looking at.

The most common aviation degree programme is the Bachelor of Science in Aviation. This degree provides a broad understanding of the Aviation industry, covering topics such as aviation regulations, safety, management, and operations. Graduates with this degree can pursue careers as pilots, air traffic controllers, airport managers, and more.

 

Indian Aviation Academy provides programmes including Certificate in streams such as Aviation, Hospitality & Travel, and are excellent for students to build their careers.

The International Institute of Aviation Pune appoints expert faculty members. The faculty members have years of experience and offer theoretical and practical knowledge to the students. The faculty focuses on practical training so that students are provided a vast exposure of how the real professional world looks like.

Blue Diamond Aviation has courses such as Certificate which are primarily in the stream of Aviation.

Kompass Aviation 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.

Mams Air Private Limited has courses such as Certificate which are primarily in the stream of Aviation.

Avalon Academy, Aurangabad provides programmes including Certificate, UG Diploma, A.M.E, BBA in streams such as Hospitality & Travel, Aviation, Engineering, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering.

Star Fly Aviation Academy has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:

Courses	Eligibility
Certificate	Candidate must have passed 10+2 from a recognized university.