DGCA Recruitment 2025: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has announced recruitment for Flight Operations Inspector (FOI) positions across various categories. These contract-based roles offer highly competitive salaries, with the highest pay scale reaching ₹7.46 lakh per month. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has invited applications from experienced aviation professionals, with no written examination required for selection.
Interested candidates must submit their applications before March 7, 2025, by 3 PM. The process involves document verification, a medical examination, and an interview. Candidates selected for these positions will play a crucial role in overseeing flight operations and ensuring regulatory compliance in India’s aviation sector.
DGCA Vacancy 2025: Available Positions and Salary
The DGCA is recruiting for the following positions:
| Position | Vacancies | Monthly Salary (₹) |
| Senior Flight Operations Inspector (Aeroplane) | 1 | 7,46,000 |
| Flight Operations Inspector (Aeroplane) | 10 | 5,02,800 |
| Flight Operations Inspector (Helicopter) | 5 | 2,82,800 |
These roles offer prestigious career opportunities for aviation professionals looking to transition into regulatory and administrative responsibilities.
Eligibility Criteria for DGCA Recruitment 2025
Educational Qualifications
Candidates must have:
- Completed 10+2 or a graduate/postgraduate degree in Physics and Mathematics from a recognized institution.
- A valid Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) or Commercial Helicopter Pilot License (CHPL).
- Additional eligibility conditions as per DGCA regulations.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 58 years
- Maximum Age:
- Senior Flight Operations Inspector: 64 years
Selection Process
Unlike many other government recruitments, this selection process does not involve a written examination. Instead, candidates will be shortlisted based on:
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Personal Interview
The final selection will be based on qualifications, experience, and performance in the interview.
Contract Duration and Career Opportunities
These positions are contractual, initially for one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance. This recruitment presents a unique opportunity for experienced pilots to leverage their expertise in a government regulatory role, contributing to India’s growing aviation sector.
Application Process
Online Submission
- Interested candidates must fill out the online application form through the official DGCA website.
- Upon successful submission, candidates will receive a copy of the completed application form via email.
Offline Submission
- Print the emailed application form.
- Affix a recent photograph, sign across it, and sign the application form.
- Attach the No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer (if applicable).
- Enclose self-attested photocopies of essential documents.
- Send the completed application package via speed post, courier, or by hand in a sealed envelope, clearly mentioning the vacancy applied for, to:
Recruitment Section, A Block, Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Opposite Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi – 110 003
The deadline for receipt of physical applications is March 14, 2025, by 3 PM.
Aviation professionals interested in this prestigious opportunity should apply at the earliest to secure a position in DGCA’s regulatory team. For further details, candidates are advised to visit the official DGCA website.
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