Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME)
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DGCA licence is legally required to certify aircraft airworthiness. Salaries rise substantially once the full licence and type ratings are obtained; overseas MRO opportunities are strong for licensed engineers.
- Duration
- 2–4 years
- Entry after
- Class 12
- Indicative fee
- ₹300,000 – ₹800,000total, varies by institution
- Entrance exam
- None
- Study mode
- OnCampus
- Licence
- The AME Licence issued by DGCA is itself the licence; required to certify aircraft airworthiness
Course overview
DGCA licence is legally required to certify aircraft airworthiness. Salaries rise substantially once the full licence and type ratings are obtained; overseas MRO opportunities are strong for licensed engineers.
Eligibility and admission
Who can apply. 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry and Maths.
How you get in. DGCA-approved AME institute admission, DGCA licence examinations.
How it is studied. Full-time residential training; distance mode not applicable.
Licence to practise. The AME Licence issued by DGCA is itself the licence; required to certify aircraft airworthiness.
Admission rules change every year. Confirm eligibility, the entrance test and the calendar against the current official notification.
Where this can lead
Where people work.
- Airlines (engineering divisions)
- MRO facilities (Air India Engineering, AI Engineering Services)
- Aircraft manufacturers
- Defence aviation
- Charter operators
- Overseas MRO employment
What you can study next.
- Additional DGCA licence categories and type ratings
- EASA/FAA licence conversion
- Management roles
Cost, duration and indicative earnings
Indicative total course fee. About 3,00,000 - 8,00,000 total for the DGCA-approved programme.
Indicative starting salary. 30,000 - 120,000 per month.
Typical duration. 2 - 4 years (including practical training).
Fees and salaries here are indicative ranges, not quotes. Confirm the current fee with the institution and treat the salary as a starting range that varies by employer and location.
Who can apply
1 route into this course.
| Qualification | Stream | Minimum | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 12 | Science - PCM | — | Physics, Chemistry and Maths |
Percentages are indicative. Individual universities set their own cut-offs, and reserved-category relaxations differ by state and institution.
Careers this course leads to
2 routes mapped from this qualification.
A course supports eligibility and preparation. It never guarantees a particular job.
Common questions
Who can apply for Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME)?
12th pass with Physics, Chemistry and Maths. Admission is through DGCA-approved AME institute admission, DGCA licence examinations.
How long does Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) take?
2 - 4 years (including practical training). Full-time residential training; distance mode not applicable.
What does Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) cost?
About 3,00,000 - 8,00,000 total for the DGCA-approved programme. These are indicative ranges, not quotes. Confirm the current fee with the institution.
What can I study after Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME)?
Additional DGCA licence categories and type ratings, EASA/FAA licence conversion, Management roles.
Does Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) need a licence or registration to practise?
The AME Licence issued by DGCA is itself the licence; required to certify aircraft airworthiness.
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