Pilot

You need to understand that Pilot training is governed and regulated by DGCA and it is irrespective of the flying school you choose to train with. For becoming a commercial pilot, there is a specific eligibility criteria, which you should first be aware of. This is decided on what subjects have you taken in class 12th. It requires PCM to be a pilot. And, even if you have not opted for the same, then you can appear separately for these subjects and become eligible. Further, you should be aware that you are medically fit to be a pilot, so I would suggest you to visithttp://www.dgca.nic.in/medical/medical-ind.htmandgototheclass2nd examiners tab to find out doctors who will examine you for initial fitness. You can visit any doctorate from the list as per your convenience. Once you are done with Class 2nd medical, find out a suitable flying club for you as per your convenience. You can fly in India or abroad. I would suggest you fly in India. Besides finding the club, be aware that you will have to appear for:
1. Air Navigation
2. Aviation Meteorology
3. Air Regulations
4. Aviation Technical
5. Aircraft Specific
6. Radio Telephony
Here, 1-5 are conducted by DGCA and 6 is conducted by WPC. Prepare for these subjects and appear, as exams are conducted every quarterly. For preparation, flying club will help you or there are private instructors available in metro cities as well. You will fly for 200Hrs + Clear DGCA and WPC exams + Clear Class 1st medical, then you shall get your CPL. The next license is ATPL, which you shall be able to apply for once. You will then have to probably fund or self-sponsor your type rating on whatever fleet you are selected in an airline. Then, you finally get a job as a pilot. I hope the process is well explained to you. CPL is an expensive affair. It might cost you around Rs.18-20 Lacs for flying + DGCA exams Rs.500/- each exam + Medicals for Rs.10, 000 + endorsements and license issue fees around Rs.25k + Type Rating around Rs.15 Lacs. So, decide wisely before you enter the field.

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The steps involved are as follows:
1. Successfully complete an ITI certification course in Electrical, Mechanical or related trade or a Diploma Course in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
2. Look out for Advertisements by Railway Recruitment Boards for Assistant Loco Pilot in Employment News or daily newspapers and apply.
3. You have to appear at a written test as per the specified notification.
4. Once you clear the written test, you have to undergo a psychological test.
5. The results are notified in papers or employment news and if you are successful in it you are required to undergo training for at least six months at the nominated training centers.
6. You join as an Assistant Loco Pilot after successful completion of training.
7. On gaining experience of a few years, you would to complete the Loco Shunter's course and be posted thereafter.
8. As per your turn of seniority you would be nominated for the Loco Pilot promotional course and you would be required to complete the same comprising theoretical and field training.
9. Based on the vacancies arising for the Loco Pilot's post, you would be promoted and be posted as a Loco Pilot.
10. A minimum two years of experience is required to be promoted to the next higher level.

The following CPL scholarships are available at and administered through IGRUA, in Rae Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh):
1. Indian Airlines scholarships
Two scholarships of Rs 4,00,000, each given on merit-cum-means basis per batch.
2. Air India scholarships
Two scholarships of Rs 4,00,000, each given on merit-cum-means basis per batch.
3. Rajiv Gandhi Foundation
For two women pilots on merit-cum-means to the extent of Rs 3,00,000 each per batch.
4. Scholarships for SC/ST candidates
Rs 2,00,000 on training fee. Additional Rs 2,00,000 by IGRUA to three SC/ST candidates per batch by selection on merit cum means basis. Some state governments award scholarships to SC/ST candidates for training at IGRUA. Eligible candidates may approach the respective State SC/ST Welfare Directorate for the same.
5. JRD Tata Memorial scholarships
For four students, of an amount not less than Rs 1,00,000 on merit-cum-means basis. The JRD Tata Trust offers up to Rs 10 Lacs per year to trainees as decided by its Board of Directors. Visit the IGRUA web site for more details.
6. The Madras Flying Club offers a government scholarship as well. Eligibility: Class X + 10+2; you must also have a Private Pilot License from the Madras Flying Club.
7. A government scholarship for pilot training is available for SC/ST candidates who have completed SSC/10+2. Web site: http://www.dgca.nic.in/licencing/fly-ind.htm.