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No a college degree is not mandatory to become a pilot in India.

1. DGCA’s Minimum Educational Requirement

  • The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) requires only completion of Class 12th with Physics and Mathematics to enroll in a flight training program like Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL). No college degree is required for licensing. 

  • Some applicants who did not study these subjects initially can still qualify by completing them via the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) or similar bridge courses. 

2. Degree Optional Not Required

  • While a degree in aviation science or engineering may offer long term advantages such as greater appeal during airline recruitment or career flexibility it is not a statutory requirement.

  • Some flight schools integrate degree programs (like B.Sc. Aviation) with pilot training for instance the offers a concurrent B.Sc. Aviation degree alongside CPL training. 

  • Many pilot aspirants complete their training immediately after Class 12th and enter the cockpit without pursuing further formal education. 

3. Airline Preference vs. Regulatory Requirements

  • Airlines may favor degree holders especially for leadership roles or international postings but this is a preference rather than a legal requirement. 

  • The licensing process focuses strictly on flight training, medical fitness, exams, and flight hours, not academic degrees. 

Final Verdict

If you're excited about flying and ready to invest in training you can absolutely become a pilot in India without earning a degree provided you meet the DGCA’s educational (Class 12th with Physics & Maths) medical, and training prerequisites.

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