Is NDA compulsory for pilot?

The pilot entrance exam after 12th in India is the NDA Exam. Qualifying for the NDA exam, you can join the flying branch of IAF.

Is NDA exam for pilot?

The UPSC conducts the NDA (National Defence Academy) exam, clearing which you undergo a 3 year training at NDA, Khadakwasla, followed by flying training at Air Force Training establishments. Post this, you will be commissioned as “permanent commission officers” and may be posted as pilots at any Air Force station.

How can I join NDA flying branch?

Defence Aspirants can join NDA by taking the exam conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). This exam is conducted twice a year in all major cities throughout India. 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics. Appearing final year students are also eligible to apply.

How can I become Air Force pilot?

You can join the Flying branch through the Air Force Academy after finishing your BA/BSc/BCom/BE course. Graduates from any discipline can join the Flying branch of the Air Force through any of the three routes: Combined Defence Services Exam, Air Force Common Admission Test and NCC Special Entry.

What is the selection procedure for the Air Force NDA?

The selection procedure for the Air Force wing of the NDA is a 2 stage process. The first stage consists of the written examination test. This test comprises two parts: Part 1 is a Math based paper and Part 2 is a General Ability Test (English, Physics, Chemistry, Math, General Knowledge, History, Geography and Current Events).

How can I join the Indian Air Force as a pilot?

There is only one way through which you can join the Indian Air Force as a Pilot right after school. And that is, by getting in to the National Defense Academy (NDA).

How to join the Indian Air Force with NCC certificate?

If you’re an Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ Certificate of the NCC holder, then you can join the Air Force (Flying Branch) through the Directorate General National Cadet Corps or through your respective NCC Air Squadrons. Only men are allowed to join the IAF as Pilots through the NCC. You will be given permanent commission through this mode of entry.

How many candidates are called for the SSB interview in NDA?

There are usually approx. 368 vacancies for every single NDA recruitment and almost 2.5 lakh aspirants from all around the country participate in the written exam. Out of these, only 545 (approx.) are called for the SSB interview.