Updated on Jan 28, 2025 03:35 IST
Akansha Bisht

Akansha BishtSenior Executive

Aeronautical engineers use their artistic skills to design and build airplanes that take people places and curate every step for a successful flight defying gravity. At the forefront of this technology lies an impeccable science of Aeronautical Engineering in India driving students towards learning design, construction, and maintenance of aircraft and other missile systems. 

The primary job of an Aeronautical Engineer is to devise aircraft and propulsion systems, but with time, the engineer is given many more responsibilities to carry out, such as testing aircraft systems and their maintenance. Aeronautical Engineering career in India can prove to be extremely promising for students after they complete their Aeronautical Engineering course.

Popular Aeronautical Engineering jobs for freshers include Aerodynamics Engineer, Avionics Engineer, Propulsion Engineer, Flight Test Engineer, Missile Systems Engineer, Aeronautical Research Scientist, etc. There are a plethora of job opportunities for aeronautical engineers in India with decent salary packages being offered by top recruiters in the country. The average Aeronautical Engineering salary in India is approximately INR 11 LPA, which varies on the basis of experience, skill set, and academic qualification.

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Top Aeronautical Engineering Job Profiles

Aeronautical engineers are experts in creating and maintaining aircraft and aircraft-related technologies to enhance the functioning of the defense and aviation industry. Aeronautical Engineering courses offer a wide range of career options in India. Candidates can seek a career in the government and private sector as well as big MNCs. Aviation and defense are the top sectors that offer rewarding career options to Aeronautical Engineering graduates. Students can go through some of the popular job options along with the average salary figures below:

Aeronautical Engineering Jobs

Average Aeronautical Engineering Salary

Aerospace
Aerospace Engineer INR 12.1 LPA
Aerodynamics Engineer INR 9.8 LPA
Structural Engineer (Aerospace) INR 8.2 LPA
Flight Test Engineer INR 4.5 LPA
Avionics Engineer INR 6.7 LPA
Propulsion Engineer INR 7 LPA
Defense
Military Aircraft Maintenance Engineer INR 13.8 LPA
Missile Systems Engineer INR 15 LPA
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Engineer INR 12 LPA
Airlines
Airline Maintenance Engineer INR 13.8 LPA
Airline Systems Engineer INR 14.4 LPA
Airline Operations Engineer INR 4 LPA
Research & Development
Aeronautical Research Scientist INR 11.6 LPA
Aeronautical Simulation Specialist INR 12 LPA
Aeronautical Composite Materials Engineer INR 4.2 LPA

Note- The above salary has been taken from Ambitionbox.com, and hence may vary.

 

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Aeronautical Engineering Scope in India: Jobs, Salary, and Further Education

Aeronautical Engineering courses help students explore many work profiles as mentioned before. Students can also become air traffic controllers and maintenance technicians as they get hands-on experience in aircraft manufacturing, mechanics, and engineering. Aeronautical Engineering being a technical skill requires professionals with keen observation and strong calculative skills. Aeronautical Engineering courses can also be pursued at the postgraduate or doctorate levels, which will help professionals to gain promotions.

Courses after Graduation in Aeronautical Engineering

Students in India with an Aeronautical Engineering degree or even a well-settled job in the aviation sector have various options to advance their professional career and areas of expertise. Following are some of the course options, they may choose after completing Aeronautical Engineering courses at the undergraduate level:

Courses

Course Description

MTech in Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering A two-year postgraduate level programme where students get exposed to the advanced-level theoretical knowledge and practical aptitude in aircraft and spacecraft design, testing, and maintenance. This could get students placed at a high-paying position across sectors like defense, aviation, and research.
PG-Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering A one-year professional programme for providing detailed information regarding all aircraft-related verticals, including cutting-edge technologies, component manufacturing, maintenance, etc.
Specialized Certificate Courses in Aeronautics and Space Science These specialized short-term courses can lead to advancement in career prospects with enhanced technical expertise and analytical efficiency regarding space technology and aeronautics. Recruiters prefer such professionals, offering them excellent salary packages.

Aeronautical Engineering Core Industries and Top Recruiters

Nowadays, India is one of the countries in the world with talented and diligent young people who may choose the aeronautical field for their future career progress. Students who have a strong academic record and technical expertise in the field of Aeronautical Engineering are hired by top recruiters in India who are ready to offer handsome salary packages. A few core industries who provide Aeronautical Engineering job opportunities are given below:

Core Industries

Aircraft Manufacturing

Missile and Space Systems

Avionics and Electronics

MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul)

Below are some of the top recruiters from each popular industry:

Aircraft Manufacturing

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)

Tata Advanced Systems Limited

Mahindra Aerospace

Bharat Forge Limited

Missile and Space Systems

ISRO

BrahMos Aerospace

Bharat Dynamics Limited

Larsen & Toubro (L&T)

Avionics and Electronics

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)

Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL)

Tata Power SED

Godrej Aerospace

MRO

Air India Engineering Services Limited

Tata Airlines Engineering Services Limited

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)

Indo-Asian Services Limited

Note: This information is taken from external sites, and hence may vary.

 

Best Aeronautical Engineering Colleges for Placements in India

Aeronautical Engineering Colleges

Av. Salary (in INR)

Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh Placements

INR 12 LPA

Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Technology (AIT), Bangalore Placements

INR 6 LPA

Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science Placements

INR 4.2 - 4.5 LPA

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education Placements

INR 6.75 LPA

Institute of Aeronautical Engineering, Hyderabad Placements

INR 4.5 LPA

Manipal Institute of Technology Placements

INR 8.48 - 8.88 LPA

Note- The above salary has been taken from external sources, and hence may vary.

Table of contents
  • Popular Aeronautical Engineering Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Aeronautical Engineering Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Popular Aeronautical Engineering UG Courses
  • Popular Aeronautical Engineering PG Courses

Popular Aeronautical Engineering Colleges in India

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Popular Exams

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Popular Aeronautical Engineering UG Courses

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

UG Courses

Popular Aeronautical Engineering PG Courses

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

PG Courses

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Answered a week ago

Listed below are some of the top KCET accepting Aeronautical Engineering colleges in Bangalore with their tuition fees -

Top CollegesTuition Fee
NITTE Meenakshi Institute of TechnologyINR 9 lakh
Dayananda Sagar College Of EngineeringINR 15 lakh
AMC Engineering CollegeINR 7.54 lakh
Gopalan College of Engineering and ManagementINR 7.44 lakh
M.V.J. College of EngineeringINR 10.3 lakh

Source: Official site and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Listed below is the top government Aeronautical Engineering colleges in Bangalore with tuition fees and accepted entrance exam -

Public/Government Colleges

Total Tuition Fee

Entrance Exams

Dr Ambedkar Institute of Technology Admission

INR 4.3 lakh

KCET, COMEDK UGET

Source: Official site and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Hindusthan College of Engineering and Technology is the top Aeronautical Engineering college in Coimbatore, featuring NBA accreditation, NAAC 'A+' grade, and dedicated laboratories. 

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Tasbiya Khan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

In India, the average starting salary for a fresh aeronautical engineer typically ranges from INR 4 to INR 6 Lacs per annum. Graduates from premier institutes like IITs can secure higher packages, often between INR 6 and INR 12 LPA.

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Kanika Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 3 weeks ago

No, you don't really. You'll get all the practical and theory-based knowledge required in the field. Though having a few abilities beforehand will help you achieve success a lot faster and easier.

  • Strong hold on Mathematics and Physics
  • Analytical skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving skills
  • CAD Soft

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Rashmi Srivastava

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 weeks ago

Of course, it is. Top government organizations like ISRO, DRDO, IAF, etc., hire Aeronautical Engineers for many job roles. On top of that, they are also in high demand in private aviation and manufacturing sectors. 

In fact, over the past few years, the evolving space exploration has also created a l

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Nikita Chauhan

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 weeks ago

A lot! In terms of career, you can join any of the private or government sectors in India. From DRDO to InterGlobe Aviation Ltd (IndiGo), every aviation and research-based organizations hire Aeronautical Engineers. 

The salary potential is also significant. A fresher Aeronautical Engineer can get aro

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Atul Arora

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 3 weeks ago

For so many reasons! Aeronautical Engineers are the ones who design, manufacture, and maintain aircraft and drones. The planes you see flying in the air, whether it's a civil plane or a military aircraft, are a product of Aeronautical Engineering

Their technology, safety, advancement, and sustainab

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Akansha Bisht

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Btech in aeronautical is a very good carrer options it's just that it's tough but you're focused on the engines and every detail about the the aerospace then it'll be easy for you. You can even start your carrer in army by working on the jet engines and it would lead to a stable life and income for

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Mohmmed Atif

Beginner-Level 1

Answered a month ago

The Alpine Group of Institutes supports B.Tech Aeronautical Engineering students through hands-on training on, featuring on-campus aircraft, various aircraft engines, and specialised labs for designing and testing. The curriculum integrates workshops on UAVs and aerodynamics, supported by industry p

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Siddhant Joshi

Beginner-Level 1

Answered a month ago

Candidates need to complete BE/BTech. in Aerospace/ Aeronautical/ Mechanical/ Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories) to apply for M.Tech programme at Indian Institute for Aeronautical Engineering and Information Technology.

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered a month ago

Indian Institute for Aeronautical Engineering and Information Technology admissions are entrance-based. The institute conducts SPACE CET for admission to BTech programme. Candidates need to pass SPACE PGECET or GATE for admission to M.Tech courses. Selected candidates need to pay the course fees to

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered a month ago

Indian Institute for Aeronautical Engineering and Information Technology can apply online or offline for admission. Aspirants can check below the steps to fill out the form online:

1. Visit the official website of IIAEIT.

2. Fill out the form available.

3. Click on 'Submit'.

4. Admission Team then conta

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered a month ago

Indian Institute for Aeronautical Engineering and Information Technology applications are open. The institute has not released the schedule. However, candidates must apply fast to avoid missing out the chance. Candidates can apply online or offline for the preferred course.

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered 2 months ago

designing, testing, and maintaining aircraft, Avionics Engineer, and Stress Engineer to positions in specialised areas like drones  and space exploration

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manohar satya sai

Beginner-Level 2

Answered 2 months ago

Alpine College of Management and Technology (Dehradun):

  • General placements: The college has excellent overall placement data, although branch-specific data is not clearly available.
  • Aeronautical (core) placements: Media. Such core aeronautical jobs (aerospace R&D, aircraft design) are not assured by c

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Antu Kaibartya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Course duration is 4 years. And the fee of the BTech (engineering college) is 

72600/-.

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Gudivada Harika

Beginner-Level 1

Answered 2 months ago

The institution has been offering good placements to BTech graduates. The BTech placements are not out as of yet. Check out the Indian Institute for Aeronautical Engineering and Information Technology placements 2025 given below: 

Particulars 

Placement Statistics (2025)

the highest Package 

INR 35 LPA

Average Package 

INR 5 LPA

Total Placements 

2725+

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Meitankeisangbam Vasundha

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

The average package offered during the Indian Institute for Aeronautical Engineering and Information Technology placements 2025 was INR 5 LPA. Check out the table for clarity: 

Particulars 

Placement Statistics (2025)

Average Package 

INR 5 LPA

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Meitankeisangbam Vasundha

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

The placement report 2025 has been out on the official website. The institution has been offering good placements. Check out the Indian Institute for Aeronautical Engineering and Information Technology placements 2025 given below: 

Particulars 

Placement Statistics (2025)

the highest Package 

INR 35 LPA

Average Package 

INR 5 LPA

Total Placements 

2725+

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Meitankeisangbam Vasundha

Contributor-Level 10