The cooling period for candidates who failed in ADAPT & Group Discussion has been reduced to 6 months from 1 year. Contact us for more details.

IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program - NZICPA

  • Aged between 18 and 35 years old at time of application and of Indian nationality or holding an OCI card.
  • Possess a valid Indian Class I medical certificate ** (No Limitations), be in good physical condition with appropriate weight and height.
  • Fluent in English – both written and verbal.
  • Have “Unique-I.D.” number/ registration number (U-I.D.) at the time of admission.

*10+2 with minimum score of 51% / Grade Point 6 / Grade C1 – Individually in each subject i.e. Physics / Mathematics / English.
NIOS mark sheet and certificate are accepted with minimum score of 51% in Physics,  Mathematics and English individually.


**Candidates not possessing an Indian Class I medical can apply for the IndiGo program with a Class II medical, however they must possess an Indian Class I medical prior to commencing the program.
Note: Applicants will be required to provide copies or proof of all documentation, certificates, and mark sheets at Interview stage

If you meet all the eligibility requirements, you can submit your application here. You will receive an email for document verification and registration fee. Once the verification is done, you will be called for assessment

Stage 1- ADAPT

Stage 2- Group Discussion

Stage 3- Personal Interview

Selection Process will be held in Delhi.

On successfully passing the selection criteria you will be invited to sign a Specialized Training Agreement with IndiGo prior to starting the program.

SNo

TRAINING PHASE

LOCATION

DURATION

1

GROUND TRAINING

INDIA

3 MONTHS

2

FLYING TRAINING

NEW ZEALAND

12-13 MONTHS

3

LICENSE CONVERSION

INDIA

3-4 MONTHS

4

TYPE RATING

ABU DHABI

2 MONTHS

Single Engine:

  • Cessna 152 – 5
  • Cessna 172 – 16
  • Diamond DA 40 – 2

Multi Engine:

  • Diamond DA 42 – 1
    • 1 more DA 42 will be procured in mid 2025

Simulation Devices:

  • FRASCA DA42 Simulator – 1
  • PCS DA42 Procedure Trainer – 3
  • True Course Simulation VR based Simulation Device – 2
  • PCS Garmin G1000 Familiarisation Devices – 4

Click here for inclusions and exclusions.

Notes-:
Cost Towards Issue of SPL/FRTOL(R) in India not included.
Additional Training (if needed) will be Charged Extra.
We reserve the right to increase prices in case of unforseen situations/events
Prices are subject to currency fluctuation and may change

The IndiGo Cadet Pilot Training Programme is designed to train aspiring pilots to become qualified commercial pilots for IndiGo Airlines. This program offers a structured pathway for individuals, without prior flying experience, to achieve their pilot license and gain the necessary skills to operate the commercial aircraft.

Within 2/3 weeks after signing the LOI with IndiGo.

Classes will be held at Insight Aviation, Gurugram. The duration will be approx 3 months.

You need to:

  • Pass the IELTS
  • Obtain a Police Clearance
  • Obtain a NZ CAA Class 1 Medical
  • Get a Chest X-Ray
  • Pay the 2nd Instalment
  • Demonstrate Adequate Financial Resources

We will help you with all the necessary documents.

Yes. However, we reserve our right to change prices due to unforeseen situations.

Also Prices are subject to currency fluctuation and may change.

Tentatively 21 months.

You have to clear the exams during the duration of the ground school.

Suitable accommodation will be provided at all the phases except ground school & FLC stage. The accommodation may be single or shared. Additional cost applies if your training gets delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.

You will be provided with healthy and nutritious meals in New Zealand.These are free of cost and are prepared by an in-house cook.

During the type rating phase, one meal a day is provided by the hotel.

During the other phases meals are not provided.

We can align you with a visa agency but you need to pay for its services.

You need to pay for the visa and buy your own tickets for New Zealand. A sum not exceeding NZD 4500 will be adjusted towards this at the end of your training.

You will be appropriately covered for travel and medical insurance overseas.

A school van is provided for the cadets in New Zealand.

You will get sufficient time off during the course for rest and leisure. We advise you not to take any vacation during the course  as it may impact adversely on your training duration.

Yes. Uniforms will be provided in New Zealand.

You will have access to top quality sporting facilities, nature trails, well stocked libraries,  a plethora of sightseeing, entertainment and dining options.

You should just carry enough to fulfill your personal needs. On arrival at New Zealand, you can open a bank account where your sponsor can deposit funds. We advise you against carrying cash.

A full time pastoral care person is available to help and assist you. You have access to the best medical facilities and the ACC – ACC is New Zealand’s accident compensation scheme. It provides no-fault personal injury insurance cover to all New Zealand residents, and visitors to New Zealand.

While in New Zealand, you will have rights under the “The Tertiary and International Learners Code of Practice” Please read this at:

https://www.enz.govt.nz/assets/Education-Pastoral-Care-of-Tertiary-and-International-Learners-Code-of-Practice-2021.pdf

You need to be at your best behaviour, be groomed, correctly turned out and be punctual.

Abstain from smoking and drinking. You will be subjected to alcohol breath analyser checks and if found under the influence of liquor, your training will be terminated.

Drugs are a big NO and will lead to immediate removal from training.

You will not lie, cheat or steal.You will follow an honour code.

Single Engine:

Cessna 152 – 5

Cessna 172 – 16

Diamond DA 40 – 2

Multi Engine:

Diamond DA 42 – 1

Simulation Devices

FRASCA DA42 Simulator – 1

PCS DA42 Procedure Trainer – 3

True Course Simulation VR based Simulation Device – 2

PCS Garmin G1000 Familiarisation Devices – 4

The New Zealand CPL requires exam passes (minimum grade of 70%)

against 12 theory subjects in total. Six relate to the Private Pilot License

(PPL), and six to the CPL. An additional three I.R exams will be necessary

for a New Zealand Instrument Rating.

You will more than likely arrive at Auckland International Airport, clear customs, and head towards the Domestic Terminal for a flight directly to Whanganui on a local carrier, Air Chathams. On arrival you will be met by the NZICPA pastoral care officer who will take you to the accommodation where you will be introduced to the Residential Manager and assigned your room.

You will start with your induction process to get you set up to start your learning journey. You can expect to start with Ground School for your PPL and you will find that your fellow students will be at various stages of their training.

You will be granted a RTR license in NZ as a part of your training after passing a test. As NZ is a Commonwealth country, the license will be converted to an Indian RTR license once you return to India after your training.

These are the current regulations and might change in future.

We therefore recommend that you obtain an Indian RTR license before proceeding to NZ. Though classes for Indian RTR license are not a part of this program, we can guide you on a case to case basis.

At an IndiGo authorised ATO which could be in India or overseas.

No, it is mandatory to obtain a DGCA Class 2 Medical (at least the initial CA-Form 35) for the cadet program registration.

Class 1 Medical and NZ CAA Medical is mandatory prior to the LOI Signing.

If you do not meet the class 12th requirement, you can pursue the subjects via the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS). NIOS results are acceptable.

You must be 18 and have received your 10+2 results to apply.

Yes. Your training can be terminated anytime due to non-performance or disciplinary issues. Every attempt will be made including remedial or extra training to improve performance. There will be zero tolerance to any serious violation of the code of conduct and will lead to an immediate termination.

DISCLAIMER

While we will try our best to keep the course price fixed, unforeseen circumstances like additional training, failures, currency fluctuation, increased input costs could increase the total cost.

This also applies to the course duration. The duration may increase due to failures in exams/tests, extended periods of bad weather, changes in civil air regulations or licensing requirements or other unforeseen circumstances.

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