Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology

Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology is a government institution in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, established in 1956. Pilot (CPL) and aircraft maintenance courses through the academy's own selection with DGCA medical fitness; maritime courses through IMU CET or the institute's test and DG Shipping medical fitness.

  • Main entrance Own selection
  • Type Government
  • Location Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
  • Established 1956

Key facts

Type
Government: Aviation & Maritime
Established
1956
Main entrance
Own selection
AISHE code
S-19481
Courses offered
Pilot training (CPL), aircraft maintenance engineering (AME), marine engineering and nautical science
Eligibility
Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics (and English); medical fitness as per DGCA or DG Shipping rules.
Approval to check
DGCA (aviation) or the Directorate General of Shipping (maritime)
Institution type
Standalone Institution Under Ministry
Area
Rural
Before you apply
DGCA or DG Shipping approval, aircraft or ship-board training arrangements, and total costs.

Questions about Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology

How do I get admission to Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology?

Pilot (CPL) and aircraft maintenance courses through the academy's own selection with DGCA medical fitness; maritime courses through IMU CET or the institute's test and DG Shipping medical fitness.

Does Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology have an entrance exam?

Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology admits through its own process rather than a national exam. Pilot (CPL) and aircraft maintenance courses through the academy's own selection with DGCA medical fitness; maritime courses through IMU CET or the institute's test and DG Shipping medical fitness.

Is Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology a government or private institution?

Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology is a government institution (Aviation & Maritime).

Where is Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology?

Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology is in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

When was Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology established?

Rajiv Gandhi Academy for Aviation Technology was established in 1956.

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