Being an Air Force Pilot is a God gifted achievement in one’s life. Mostly, it is quoted that the pilots of Indian Air Force are specially born by the All-mighty. But, there is not any special thing in them; they are also similar to you and other SSB aspirants. There are different ways through which you can touch the sky with glory and be an honoured Pilot in the Indian defence Force. If you are highly motivated and inspired to get into the prestigious defence organization as a Pilot then you need to check out the following information in concern to the age limit for the selection of Pilots in Indian Air Force.
Age for Joining IAF as a Pilot
1 – 16 ½ to 19 years (NDA Entry)
If you are in 12th class or you have completed the school life and you lie in the age group of 16 ½ to 19, then you can grab the chance to be a Pilot by applying for the Flying branch through NDA.
Interested boys can apply for the NDA exam and after qualifying the exam, you will be called for the SSB (Service Selection Board). After getting recommended from a particular board, you will undergo medicals and then merit list. After getting shortlisted, you will be given the date of joining.
Read More: Contact Details of Service Selection Board
Here is the eligibility criteria to apply for NDA
- The applicant must be Indian
- Only male applicants can apply for NDA exam
- The applicant must either be appearing or have passed 12th with Physics and Mathematics.
2 – 20 to 24 years
If you are in the age group of 20 to 24, then you can become a Pilot in IAF through following three selection entries.
CDSE (COMBINED DEFENCE SERVICES EXAMINATION) – All graduates/Engineers can join IAF by applying for the CDSE Exam. Only Men aspirants can apply for this exam
Read More: CDSE 2016 Exam Dates, Eligibility, Study Guide
NCC SPECIAL ENTRY- This entry is also specially for men aspirants. The aspirants, who have attained the Air Wing Senior Division ’C’ Certificate in NCC can apply for this entry for which they only have to undergo SSB as the common platform for selection.
Read More: What is NCC Special Entry Scheme
SSC (SHORT SERVICE COMMISSION) ENTRY- This entry is a boon for all those women who wish to join the Flying branch of IAF. The SSC entry allows men and women both to join the IAF by applying for AFCAT Exam. You need to clear the exam to get shortlisted for the SSB.
Read More: 5 Best Ways to Clear AFCAT Exam
After undergoing the training and becoming a Gentlemen Cadet, you will be trained either as Fighter pilot, Helicopter or a Transport pilot. You will be made all time available for any sort of peace or war type scenario.
So, what are you waiting for? The Indian Air Force is waiting for you. Get up and TOUCH THE SKY WITH GLORY.
Jai Hind!
