The SkyCadet Programme is an airline-managed pathway delivered in partnership with top Flight Training Organisations (FTOs). It takes candidates from basic aviation theory all the way through DGCA CPL ground school, flight training, and a Boeing 737 MAX Type Rating, providing a direct route to employment with Akasa Air upon successful completion.
Akasa Air maintains specific eligibility criteria for applicants seeking entry into the SkyCadet Programme:
* Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen and hold a valid Indian passport.
* Age Limits: Minimum 18 years at the time of application; maximum 40 years at enrolment (making it one of India’s most age-flexible cadet programmes).
* Educational Qualification: Must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Mathematics, and English.
* Language Proficiency: Strong written and spoken English skills.
* Medical Fitness:
* Valid DGCA Class 2 Medical before applying.
* Valid DGCA Class 1 Medical before signing the Letter of Intent (LOI).
* Background Check: Clean background record with no criminal history or prior disciplinary issues.
Candidates undergo a multi-stage screening process conducted by Akasa Air and its partner training providers:
Stage 1: Online Application & Screening — Academic verification, background checks, and initial document evaluation.
Stage 2: Aptitude & Psychometric Testing — Computerized tests assessing spatial orientation, cognitive skills, numerical ability, and psychomotor coordination (ADAPT / CASS-style assessments).
Stage 3: Group Activity / Discussion — Evaluating teamwork, communication, leadership, and situational awareness.
Stage 4: Personal Interview — Panel evaluation focusing on technical awareness, career motivation, and behavioral alignment.
Stage 5: LOI & Medical Clearances — Signing the Letter of Intent and securing DGCA Class 1 medical clearance.
The total programme duration spans approximately 24 months, divided into three distinct phases:
4 Months
18 Months
2 Months
Covers foundational theoretical subjects (Air Regulations, Meteorology, Air Navigation, Technical Specific, and Human Performance) to prepare candidates for DGCA theory examinations.
Hands-on flight instruction (200+ hours) covering solo flights, dual instruction, cross-country navigation, and instrument flying, culminating in the CPL Skill Test.
Transitioning from general aviation to jet operations using full-flight simulators, system integration trainers, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) specific to the Boeing 737 MAX.
Akasa Air partners with DGCA-approved flight training centers across India:
FTO PartnerBase LocationPrimary Aircraft FleetKey HighlightsSkynex AeroJalgaon, MaharashtraPiper Archer DX, Cessna 172, Tecnam P2006TLarge fleet size (18+ aircraft), high sortie throughput, fast track completionDunes Aviation AcademyBhavnagar (Gujarat) & Bhilwara (Rajasthan)Cessna 172 Skyhawk, Diamond DA42 Twin StarControlled AAI Airport base, full-motion simulator, premium campus facilities
Cost & Program Fees
Upon successful completion of all three training phases and DGCA licensing procedures, cadets are inducted into Akasa Air as Junior First Officers operating on the modern Boeing 737 MAX fleet.
The total duration is approximately 24 months, including 4 months of ground school, 18 months of flight training, and 2 months of Boeing 737 MAX type rating.
No. Physics, Mathematics, and English at the 10+2 level (or equivalent via NIOS) are mandatory eligibility criteria.
Cadets receive a Type Rating on the Boeing 737 MAX.
Cadets who successfully clear all training modules, maintain performance standards, and secure Class 1 medical fitness receive direct induction as Junior First Officers with Akasa Air.