Best Aviation Institutes in India 2024: Ranking, Admission, Fees and Placements

GaganDeep

Senior Content Specialist | Updated On - Feb 8, 2024

A boom in India’s aviation industry has been experienced in the years gone by. The aviation workforce is looking for more and more skilled professionals from aviation training institutes and colleges in the growing demand for workforce training. Some of the aviation colleges in India which has national and international recognition are Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi (IGRUA) at Utter Pradesh, Rajiv Gandhi Aviation Academy in Hyderabad, Amity University at Noida, Asia Pacific Flight Training Academy (APFT) in Dehradun, and Bombay Flying Club at Mumbai.

IGRUA is famous for pilot training and has pioneered in the field of practical experience flying and theoretical lessons provided by the expert faculty. Rajiv Gandhi Aviation Academy covers 2M worth of aviation education prospects such as aviation management, hospitality, aviation research, aerospace engineering, and other related areas. Contrary to these, Amity University offers aviation programs at both higher and under graduate level in areas such as flying institute and laws and politics.

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Best Aviation Colleges in India: Highlights 2024

College Name	Course Offered	Eligibility	Admission Process
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur	B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering)	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Math (PCM) and JEE Advanced	JEE Main and JEE Advanced
Indira Gandhi Institute of Aeronautics (IGIA)	B.Sc (Aviation)	10+2 with Physics and Math	Entrance Exam
Bombay Flying Club (BFC)	Commercial Pilot License (CPL)	10+2 with Physics and Math	Medical Test and Flight Training
Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Civil Aviation (RGACA)	B.Sc (Aviation)	10+2 with Physics and Math	Entrance Exam
Amity School of Aviation (Amity University)	B.Sc (Aviation Operations Management)	10+2	Merit Based or Entrance Exam (Depends on College)

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Best Aviation Course in India 2024

Course	Offered by	Key Features	Considerations
Pilot Training Programs	Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology, Patiala (IGITM), Rajiv Gandhi Aviation Academy (RGAA), CAE Oxford Aviation Academy	Leads to a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) and various ratings, enabling a career as a pilot	High cost, intense training, physically demanding
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME)	Bharat Aviation Institute (BAI), Narayana Institute of Aeronautical Technology (NIAT), Rajiv Gandhi Aviation Academy (RGAA)	Qualifies for AME license, allowing work on maintaining and repairing aircraft	Practical training, technical aptitude required
B.Tech in Aeronautical Engineering	National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC), Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Amity Institute of Aerospace Engineering and Technology (AIET)	Strong foundation in aerospace engineering principles, opens doors to various aviation-related careers	Theoretical knowledge, research focus in some institutes
MBA in Aviation Management	Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology, Patiala (IGITM)	Combines business management skills with aviation industry knowledge, prepares for management roles	Business background helpful, industry experience might be required
Cabin Crew Training	Various private academies	Qualifies for working as cabin crew on airlines	Customer service skills essential, physical fitness requirements

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How to Apply in Aviation Colleges in India?

1. Then, do research on aviation colleges to find out if they offer the courses you want, are within your budget, have good placement history, infrastructure and location etc.

2. Ensure that you satisfy the colleges admission criteria in terms of getting the needed qualifications, the marks, and other entrance tests.

3. You may click the online application form or fill paper-based application that is available at nearby centers and pay the application fees. Submit documents.

4. Present yourself for the college entry requirement exam, if any. Try checking class schedule, the scheme, the content.

5. If successfully screened, you need to complete the admission process by the deadline, by submitting all the required documents and paying the admission fees.

6. Finish the medical check, other joining formalities and the required paperwork as specified by the college.

Top 10 Aviation Colleges in India with Fee Structure

Tabulated below is the collection of the Top 10 Aviation Colleges in India with Fee Structure, including their key features.

Name of the institute	Location	Fees
University of Petroleum and Energy Studies	Dehradun, Uttarakhand	INR 316,800
Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science	Chennai, Tamil Nadu	INR 142,500
Jaipur National University	Jaipur, Rajasthan	INR 57,000
Lovely Professional University	Jalandhar, Punjab	INR 112,000
Koshys Institute of Management Studies	Bangalore, Karnataka	INR 155,000
Acharya Institute of Graduate Studies	Bangalore, Karnataka	INR 181,175
Acharya Bangalore B-School	Bangalore, Karnataka	INR 450,000
Garden City University	Bangalore, Karnataka	INR 93,100
Glocal University	Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh	INR 40,000
Swami Vivekanand University	Sagar, Madhya Pradesh	INR 32,000

Top 10 Government Aviation Colleges in India with Fee Structure

Tabulated below is the collection of the Top 10 Government Aviation Colleges in India with Fee Structure, including their key features.

Name of the institute	Location	Fees
Rajasthan ILD Skills University	Jaipur, Rajasthan	INR 70,000
Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University	Amethi, Uttar Pradesh	INR 330,000
Bengaluru City University	Bangalore, Karnataka	INR 5,082
Soban Singh Jeena University	Almora, Uttarakhand	INR 15,000
Jamia Millia Islamia University	New Delhi, Delhi NCR	INR 21,050
Vikram University	Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh	INR 7,500
Mumbai University	Mumbai, Maharashtra	INR 27,265
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University	Nashik, Maharashtra	INR 40,000
Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University	Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh	INR 18,000
Presidency University	Bangalore, Karnataka	INR 150,000

Top 10 Private Aviation Colleges in India with Fee Structure

Tabulated below is the collection of the Top 10 Private Aviation Colleges in India with Fee Structure, including their key features.

Name of the institute	Location	Fees
University of Petroleum and Energy Studies	Dehradun, Uttarakhand	INR 316,800
Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science	Chennai, Tamil Nadu	INR 142,500
Jaipur National University	Jaipur, Rajasthan	INR 57,000
Lovely Professional University	Jalandhar, Punjab	INR 112,000
Koshys Institute of Management Studies	Bangalore, Karnataka	INR 155,000
Acharya Institute of Graduate Studies	Bangalore, Karnataka	INR 181,175
Acharya Bangalore B-School	Bangalore, Karnataka	INR 450,000
Garden City University	Bangalore, Karnataka	INR 93,100
Glocal University	Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh	INR 40,000
Swami Vivekanand University	Sagar, Madhya Pradesh	INR 32,000

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Top Aviation Courses in India

Course Name	Duration	Level	Focus	Eligibility (Typical)
Commercial Pilot Training (CPL)	4-5 years	Diploma/Certification	Flying Operations	10+2 (PCM) & Medical Test
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME)	3 years	Diploma	Aircraft Maintenance	10+2 (PCM)
B.Tech (Aerospace Engineering)	4 years	Undergraduate	Design & Development of Aircraft	10+2 (PCM) & JEE Advanced
BBA in Aviation	3 years	Undergraduate	Business Management in Aviation Industry	10+2 (Any Stream)
MBA in Aviation Management	2 years	Postgraduate	Business Management in Aviation Industry	Bachelor's Degree (Any Stream)
Diploma in Aviation Operations	1-2 years	Diploma	Airport Operations, Ground Handling	10+2 (Any Stream)

Top 10 Aviation Colleges in India with Low Fees

Tabulated below is the collection of the Top 10 Aviation Colleges in India with Low Fees, including their key features.

Name of the institute	Location	Fees
Trade Wings Institute of Management	Mumbai, Maharashtra	INR 548
Bengaluru City University	Bangalore, Karnataka	INR 5,082
Bharathiar University, School of Distance Education	Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu	INR 5,350
Himalayan University	Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh	INR 8,000
Banasthali Vidyapith Gliding and Flying Club	Tonk, Rajasthan	INR 9,500
CEC	Guwahati, Assam	INR 10,000
Singhania University	Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan	INR 12,000
YMCA	New Delhi, Delhi NCR	INR 12,028
Indian School of Business Management and Administration	Kochi, Kerala	INR 14,900
Indian School of Business Management and Administration	Hyderabad, Telangana	INR 14,900

Top Recruiters for Aviation Students

Category	Recruiters	Examples	Notes
Airlines:	National carriers: Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet	Regional airlines: AirAsia India, Vistara, GoAir	Competitive selection process, diverse fleet and routes.
Cargo Airlines:	Blue Dart Aviation, SpiceJet Freighters	International & domestic cargo operations	Specialized roles, growing demand in e-commerce sector.
Private Jet Companies:	Jet Aviation, Club One Air, Taj Air	Luxurious travel experiences, unique opportunities	Limited positions, require high experience and certifications.
Aerospace Manufacturers:	Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)	Design, development, and production of aircraft and systems	Technical expertise, research-oriented environment.
Airport and Ground Handling Companies:	GMR Group, Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), Celebi Delhi Cargo Terminal Services	Airport operations, maintenance, ground handling services	Diverse roles, crucial for airport infrastructure.
Regulatory Bodies:	Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS)	Ensure aviation safety and security, policy development	Competitive, specialized roles for qualified candidates.
Consultancy Firms:	KPMG, PwC, McKinsey & Company	Aviation-focused consulting services, advising airlines and airports	Business & analytical skills needed, exposure to industry trends.
Aviation Training Institutes:	CAE Oxford Aviation Academy, Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology Patiala (IGITM)	Train future aviation professionals, instructor roles	Contribute to shaping the industry, requires experience and certifications.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Companies:	Garuda Aerospace, Aarav Unmanned Systems, Skye Air Mobility	Drone operations, data analysis, software development	Emerging field, diverse applications, requires specialized skills.
Defense Forces:	Indian Air Force (IAF), Indian Navy Air Arm	Fly military aircraft, participate in missions, strategic roles	Physically demanding, requires commitment and discipline