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India’s premier Pilot Training & Cadet Preparation Institute. Clear DGCA CPL/ATPL exams on your first attempt with airline captain mentorship and advanced exam simulation.
1,5000+
Students Trained
100%
First-Attempt Pass Rate
15+
Years of Excellence
5★
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About IFA Academy
Welcome to Institution for Aviators (IFA)
Institution for Aviators- IFA is a leading aviation training institute in India, dedicated to transforming aspiring aviators into confident, competent, and airline ready pilots.
At IFA, we understand that airline selection requires far more than theoretical knowledge. Modern commercial airlines seek candidates with sharp situational awareness, flight decision-making capability, precise crew communication, and genuine pilot aptitude.
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USA, NZ, Australia & South Africa
Commercial Pilot in 12 Mo
Fast-track DGCA CPL Syllabus
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From your very first DGCA ground class to your commercial airline cockpit check, we provide end-to-end guidance and world-class training.
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What Our Pilot Cadets Say
Air Navigation & Meteorology
"IFA Academy ground school was the turning point in my DGCA CPL exams. The mentorship and numerical shortcuts helped me clear Air Nav on my first attempt!"
Capt. Rohan Verma
Junior First Officer - IndiGo
DGCA Air Regulations
"The mock test series and DRM protected lecture notes gave me the confidence I needed. Clear explanations, practical flight planning sessions, and excellent faculty support!"
Cadet Sneha Kapoor
CPL Trainee Pilot
Aviation Meteorology
"Cleared all 3 DGCA subjects within 4 months of joining IFA. The daily revision tests and personalized attempt feedback made a huge difference."
Cadet Aditya Malhotra
Cadet Pilot Candidate
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Latest Aviation Articles & Insights
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Complete Guide to Starting Your Pilot Training in India (2025)
Your Aviation Career RoadmapEverything you need to know about becoming a pilot in India — from 10+2 eligibility to DGCA exams, flying training, and CPL licensing.
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Pilot Admission Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum requirements to begin your commercial pilot journey with IFA
- 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 50% marks in Mathematics and Physics.
- At least 16 years of age to start pilot training (17 for CPL issue).
- Eyesight: 6/6 in one eye; other eye 6/9 correctable to 6/6.
- Must be free from any disease hampering normal physical function.
- Valid Indian passport or eligible foreign nationality documentation.
- DGCA Class 2 Medical Certificate (Class 1 required for CPL).
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