AAI Co-Pilot (P2) Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 2 Posts

Age Limit

• Maximum age for engagement as Co-Pilot: up to 60 years as on 01/02/2026 (DGCA rules).
• Re-engagement as Co-Pilot up to 65 years, subject to license currency and DGCA requirements.

Educational Qualifications and Licenses

• 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics from a recognized board or university.
• Current valid CPL issued by DGCA, India with minimum 500 flying hours on multi-engine and minimum 1000 total flying hours.
• Current FRTOL issued by DGCA, India.
• Current IR Endorsement.
• Current RTR (A) or RTR (P) or RTR (C) issued by WPC, Ministry of Communication, India.
• Current Class-1 medical fitness certificate issued by DGCA, India.
• Valid English Language Proficiency (ELP).
• Indian passport or proof of passport application.

Additional Conditions

• Indian nationality in effect; specific posting at FIU, Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi.

Important Dates

• Age calculation reference date: 01/02/2026
• Application End Date: 11/02/2026
• Interview Date: To be intimated by email for shortlisted candidates

Application Fee

• The advertisement does not mention any application fee for Co-Pilot (P2) recruitment.

Selection Process

• Scrutiny of applications and supporting documents submitted by email.
• Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience.
• Notification via email to shortlisted candidates for the interview schedule.
• Personal interview at the stipulated FIU venue.

Salary, Training and Bonds

• Monthly package starting from Rs. 2.50 lakhs, including 50 hours of assured flying per month; overtime payable beyond 50 hours.
• 5% annual increment (subject to policy).
• Training and bonds as applicable for currency and DGCA-approved training, with cost recovery arrangements.
• Stipend during training: Rs. 50,000 per month; full remuneration from the start of SLF.
• Contract is for 3 years, extendable up to 2 more years; termination on either side with notice. Accommodation and travel arrangements provided as per policy.

How to Apply

• Follow the official notification details on the AAI website to submit the application and documents by 11/02/2026 via email to the designated addresses.
• Ensure all documents are scanned in color and submitted before the deadline.
• Questions may be addressed through the official channels listed in the notification.