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Become a Globally Licensed Aircraft Engineer. One DGCA License. 193 Countries.

Win up to ₹50,000 scholarship to India's first DGCA-approved 2-year, 2400-hour CAR 147 institute. License recognized in 193 ICAO countries · Trained by 15+ Ex-IAF instructors · 95% placement track record.

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Top scorers win up to ₹50,000 scholarship. Free counselling with Ex-IAF instructor. Help your child win up to ₹50,000 scholarship. Free counselling — bring all your concerns.

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Next Intake: August 2026
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SAAT 2026 Scholarship

Earn Your Place. Win Your Scholarship.

The Star Aviation Aptitude Test (SAAT 2026) rewards merit. Your score determines your scholarship tier — applied directly to your tuition fees. No paperwork. No catches. Real ₹ off your invoice.

  • ◆Test format: aptitude + reasoning + basic physics + math
  • ◆Duration: 60 minutes · Online or at Star campus, Gurgaon
  • ◆Registration fee: ₹200 (non-refundable)
  • T1
    SAAT Topper
    Top scorers · highest tier
    ₹50,000
  • T2
    SAAT Qualifier
    Strong performers · second tier
    ₹25,000
  • T3
    SAAT Merit
    Qualifying performers · third tier
    ₹10,000
Why Star Aviation Academy

Three Reasons You Choose Star

Not industry hype. These differentiators are unique to our programme — verified, defendable, and the reason 95% of our students get placed.

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India's First — DGCA CAR 147 (2018)

The "First Institute in India" approved by DGCA for 2-year, 2400-hour AME courses in B1.1 (Mechanical) + B2 (Avionics) under CAR 147. A regulatory first-mover advantage that no other institute holds.

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15+ Ex-IAF Aviation Instructors

Faculty includes ex-IAF Airframe / Engine / Workshop / Avionics specialists with deep service-aviation experience. Result: students consistently top all-India DGCA module exams — at 2× the national pass rate.

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2 Years vs 3 Years

Star's 2-year format (undefined hours) is fully DGCA-compliant under CAR 147. Most institutes still run 3-year programmes — saving you 1 year of opportunity cost without compromising training quality.

More Than Just an AME License

Two Bonus Pathways Built Into Your Star Aviation Journey

Star Aviation graduates don't stop at a DGCA licence. Two additional pathways open up — alongside the AME programme + after graduation.

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Parallel Degree

B.Sc Aviation Science

via RGNAU (Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University)

Pursue B.Sc Aviation Science from RGNAU alongside your DGCA AME licence — graduate with both a degree and a globally-recognized engineering license.

  • ✓ Two credentials in 2 years — degree + DGCA licence
  • ✓ RGNAU is a National Aviation University under Govt of India
  • ✓ Opens academic + technical career routes simultaneously
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Post-Graduation

Boeing-AIESL Apprenticeship

1-year · Mumbai

Additional pathway for DGCA-approved AME graduates: Boeing-AIESL apprenticeship in Mumbai opens up senior maintenance roles with Boeing-aligned aircraft.

  • ✓ Post-AME pathway with Boeing-aligned aircraft
  • ✓ Direct exposure to AIESL Mumbai live MRO operations
  • ✓ Accelerated path to senior + international roles

These pathways are part of the Star Aviation ecosystem. Your counsellor walks you through eligibility + the right fit during the 24-hour callback after registration.

Two DGCA Streams · Choose Your Specialty

2400 Hours. 22 Months Training + 2 Months Airline Practical.

Both streams DGCA CAR 147 compliant · ICAO + EASA aligned · Module-level depth that produces all-India DGCA toppers.

B1.1 Stream

Mechanical (Turbine Aeroplanes)

Focus: Aircraft engines + structure + powerplant systems

2400
Total Hrs
1450
Theory
300
APT Hrs
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Module Curriculum

  • ▸ Material Hardware
  • ▸ Basic Aerodynamics
  • ▸ Aviation Legislation
  • ▸ Human Factor
  • ▸ Maintenance Practices
  • ▸ Electrics Fundamentals
  • ▸ Electronic Fundamentals
  • ▸ Propellers
  • ▸ Digital Electronics
  • ▸ Turbine Engine Aeroplane Structure
  • ▸ Gas Turbine Engine

11 core DGCA modules · pass rate at Star Aviation: 2× national average

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22-Month Schedule

Semester 1
Foundation modules
610 hrs
Semester 2
Specialised modules
590 hrs
Semester 3
Advanced + Practicals
596 hrs
Semester 4
Project + Pre-APT
304 hrs
Airline Practical
AIESL · GMR · IndiGo · Air Works
300 hrs
B2 Stream

Avionics

Focus: Electrical systems + navigation + electronics

2400
Total Hrs
1445
Theory
300
APT Hrs
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Module Curriculum

  • ▸ Material Hardware
  • ▸ Basic Aerodynamics
  • ▸ Aviation Legislation
  • ▸ Human Factor
  • ▸ Maintenance Practices
  • ▸ Electrics Fundamentals
  • ▸ Electronic Fundamentals
  • ▸ Aircraft Aerodynamics Structure & System
  • ▸ Digital Electronics
  • ▸ Propulsion

10 core DGCA modules · pass rate at Star Aviation: 2× national average

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22-Month Schedule

Semester 1
Foundation modules
610 hrs
Semester 2
Specialised modules
609 hrs
Semester 3
Advanced + Practicals
610 hrs
Semester 4
Project + Pre-APT
271 hrs
Airline Practical
AIESL · GMR · IndiGo · Air Works
300 hrs
◆ Theory + hands-on practice ◆ VACBI (Video-Aided Computer-Based Instructions) ◆ 3D models + real aircraft components ◆ AC classrooms + computer labs ◆ 24/7 medical care ◆ Dedicated Training Manager per student
Practical Training

Hands-On Training With Real Airline Partners

Two months of practical training on live aircraft — through formal partnerships with India's top airlines + MRO operators.

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AIESL

Air India Engineering Services — Airbus A320 hands-on

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GMR-GACAEL

GMR Aero Maintenance Hyderabad — A320 practical training

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IndiGo Airlines

Live MRO environment exposure for final semester

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Air Works India

Aircraft maintenance + repair partnership

Where Star Alumni Build Careers

Trusted by India's + The World's Top Airlines

95% placement track record over 5 years · 70-80% placed within 6 months of graduation · 300+ recruitment opportunities.

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Years of Excellence
since 2005

Recruiter Network

Air India
IndiGo
SpiceJet
Akasa Air
Go First
Emirates
Etihad Airways
Qatar Airways
Cathay Pacific
Singapore Airlines
Gulf Aviation
Airbus
Boeing
Safran Aircraft Engines
Adani Aerospace
Tata Advanced Systems
HAL
DRDO
AIESL
GMR-GACAEL
Air Works India
IndAmer
All-India DGCA module exam toppers come regularly from Star Aviation. 70-80% of our students are placed within 6 months of graduation — across Indian + international airlines, MROs, and OEMs including Airbus, Boeing, Safran Aircraft Engines, and AIESL.
Faculty + Leadership

Built by an Industry Veteran. Taught by Ex-IAF Instructors.

Star Aviation was founded by an ex-Air Deccan Head of Engineering with 30+ years of aviation experience. Our 15+ faculty includes ex-IAF aviation specialists.

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The Director
Founder · Star Aviation Academy
  • ◆ 30+ years in aviation industry
  • ◆ Type-certified on 11 aircraft (A320, A330, A340, MIG-21 + others)
  • ◆ Ex-Head of Engineering, Air Deccan
  • ◆ Founded Star Aviation Academy in 2005
"Quality is our obsession and Success is a way of life."
15+ Aviation Experts

Faculty With Service-Aviation Pedigree

Many faculty members are ex-IAF Airframe / Engine / Workshop / Avionics fitters with deep service-aviation experience. Faculty consistently produces toppers in DGCA module exams.

Mr. Sailesh Kumar Singh
Training Manager
Mr. S.S. Gill, AME
Accountable Manager
Mr. B.M. Acharya
Quality Manager
Mr. S.S. Saini
Senior Instructor
Mr. Nagender Kumar
Faculty
Ms. Saroj Rani
Admin / Instructor
Mr. N.C. Ghosh
Instructor
Mr. Rakesh Kumar Dohroo
Instructor
Mr. Manoj Kumar Sharma
Instructor
Mr. Charan Das
Instructor

+ 5 more aviation experts on the faculty roster.

Your Income Path After SAA

From Your First Salary to ₹3,50,000/Month Possible

Real career trajectory from Star Aviation alumni. Tap each stage to see what you'll earn at that point in your aviation career.

Stage 1 · Year 0-1
₹70K – ₹90K
per month
≈ ₹8.4L – ₹10.8L/year

Trainee / Cat A

Plus flight discounts + medical benefits

Stage 2 · Year 1-3
₹50K – ₹100K
per month
≈ ₹6L – ₹12L/year

Licensed AME (B1.1 / B2)

Initial role at Indian + international airlines

Stage 3 · Year 3-5
₹65K – ₹125K
per month
≈ ₹8L – ₹15L+/year

Experienced AME

Specialized maintenance + lead engineer roles

Stage 4 · Year 5+
₹2L – ₹2.25L
per month
≈ ₹24L – ₹27L/year

Type-Rated AME

Type-rating on A320 / A330 / A340 + bonuses

Stage 5 · Year 7+
up to ₹3.5L
per month
≈ ₹20L – ₹30L+/year

Senior / International

Tax-free Middle East · International postings

Salary ranges based on industry data + Star alumni placement records · Type-rated AMEs in Middle East commonly earn ₹3,40,000+/month tax-free.
🌍 Your License Works In 193 Countries

Here's What The World Pays for DGCA-Licensed Engineers

Your DGCA AME licence isn't just an Indian credential — it's a globally portable career passport. Tap each region for actual salary data + the conversion pathway.

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Middle East
UAE · Qatar · Saudi Arabia
AME Salary Tax-free
AED 15,000 – 30,000+/month
≈ ₹3.4L – ₹6.8L/month
⚡Massive aviation expansion across region
✓Emirates · Etihad · Qatar Airways · Saudia · flydubai
→Direct DGCA recognition · ICAO-aligned
Source: IATA Middle East aviation growth forecasts
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USA
United States
AME Salary
USD 55,000 – 85,000+/yr
≈ ₹46L – ₹71L/year
⚠195,000 new maintenance techs needed in 20 years
✓Major US carriers + MROs
→DGCA → FAA A&P conversion process
Source: Boeing Pilot & Technician Outlook 2023 + FAA reports
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Canada
Canada
AME Salary
CAD 60,000 – 100,000+/yr
≈ ₹37L – ₹62L/year
⚠Significant AME shortage projected over next decade
✓Air Canada + WestJet + regional carriers
→DGCA → Transport Canada bridging exams
Source: Transport Canada + Canadian Council for Aviation & Aerospace (CCAA)
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UK & Europe
United Kingdom · EU
AME Salary
GBP 35,000 – 60,000+/yr
≈ ₹37L – ₹64L/year
⚠Post-Brexit workforce redistribution
✓British Airways · Lufthansa · Air France · KLM
→DGCA → UK CAA / EASA Part-66 bridging
Source: Royal Aeronautical Society + EASA Annual Safety Review
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Australia
Australia
AME Salary
AUD 70,000 – 120,000+/yr
≈ ₹39L – ₹66L/year
⚠Critical shortage of Licensed AMEs
✓Qantas · Virgin Australia + regional MROs
→DGCA → CASA conversion (ICAO recognized)
Source: Australian Govt skills shortage list + CASA workforce reports
🎯 Boeing projects 195,000 maintenance technicians needed in North America by 2043
Your DGCA license = your global career passport. Train at India's first DGCA CAR 147 institute.
Aviation Industry Outlook

India's Aviation Industry Needs You.

India is the third-largest aviation market globally — and the AME shortage is widening. Your timing is rare.

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AME Demand Projected by 2035
70,000 – 72,900 (5-yr DGCA workforce projection)
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Basic-Licensed AMEs Currently in India
DGCA 5-year cumulative data
From Form-Fill to First Day in 5-7 Days

8-Step Path. Zero Surprises.

Transparent admission process. Average timeline: 5-7 days from registration to confirmed seat. Counsellor calls within 24 hours.

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Fill Registration Form

Online at staraviationindia.org/registration-form

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Pay ₹200 Registration

Non-refundable, non-transferable (micro-commitment to lock your spot)

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Submit Documents

Online or by post — 10+2 marksheet, ID, photos, medical

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Receive Admission Notification

Star team confirms eligibility

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Counsellor Calls Within 24 Hours

Ex-IAF instructor walks you through your specific path

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Campus Visit (Optional)

See the real aircraft + AC classrooms + Ex-IAF instructors

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Admission Letter Issued

Officially admitted to Star Aviation Academy

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Pay First-Term Fee

Discussed during counselling · payable to confirm seat

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Skip the wait — start with a 30-second registration

Counsellor calls within 24 hours. Total admission timeline: 5-7 days. Then you're in the August 2026 batch.

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Who Can Apply

Eligibility for Star Aviation's AME Programme

Educational, medical, and document requirements. Apply if you meet ANY one of the educational criteria below.

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Educational

(any one)
  • ✓ 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
  • ✓ B.Sc. with relevant subjects
  • ✓ 3-yr AICTE-approved engineering diploma
  • ✓ B.Tech / Bachelor’s degree from recognized university
  • ✓ Candidates appearing for qualifying exam may apply

Age: preferably below 24 years

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Medical Fitness

requirements
  • ✓ Medically fit per prescribed standards
  • ✓ No disability
  • ✓ No colour or night blindness
  • ✓ Eyesight 6/6 (corrected with spectacles acceptable)
  • ✓ No epilepsy, no hearing defects
  • ✓ Certificate from MBBS doctor mandatory
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Required Documents

for admission
  • ✓ 10+2 mark sheet
  • ✓ Matric certificate (DOB proof)
  • ✓ 5× passport-size colour photos
  • ✓ Medical fitness certificate (MBBS)
  • ✓ Character certificate
  • ✓ Aadhaar (optional)
SAAT 2026 — Apply Now

Limited Seats. Apply Before Registration Closes.

Each Star Aviation intake has a fixed cohort size — admissions close once seats fill. SAAT scholarship awards are merit-based; the top scorers in each test cycle get the highest scholarship tiers.

  • SAAT 2026 registration fee ₹200 (non-refundable)
  • Scholarship up to ₹50,000
  • Test format 60-min aptitude + reasoning
  • Test mode Online or at Star campus
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Your Confidence Guaranteed

Three Promises You Can Hold Us To

Transparent. DGCA-approved. Industry-trusted since 2005.

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DGCA-Approved + ICAO-Recognized

Star Aviation is the first institute in India approved by DGCA for 2-year, 2400-hour CAR 147 (since 2018). Your license is valid in 193 ICAO signatory countries.

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100% Placement Assistance

95% placement track record over 5 years. 300+ recruitment opportunities across Indian + international airlines, MROs, and OEMs. Our placement team works with you until you're placed.

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Transparent Refund Policy

Written refund request within 7 days of admission AND before classes start: refund minus 10% admin charges, processed within 30 days. The ₹200 (non-refundable, non-transferable) micro-commitment locks your scholarship spot.

FAQ

Common Questions Before Applying

Everything you need to know about SAAT 2026 + Star Aviation's DGCA-approved AME programme.

SAAT 2026 (Star Aviation Aptitude Test) is Star's own scholarship-eligibility test for the August 2026 intake. Once you register (₹200 fee), you take a 60-minute aptitude + reasoning + basic physics/math test (online or at Star campus, Gurgaon). Your score determines your scholarship tier — applied directly to your tuition fees on enrolment. Top scorers earn up to ₹50,000 off. The DGCA module exams come AFTER you enrol — and Star's students score 2× the national pass rate.
Star is the "First Institute in India" approved by DGCA for 2-year, 2400-hour AME courses in B1.1 (Mechanical) + B2 (Avionics) under CAR 147 (approved 2018). Most institutes still run 3-year programmes. The 2-year format is fully DGCA-compliant — 22 months training + 2 months airline practical (AIESL/GMR/IndiGo/Air Works) — you save 1 year of opportunity cost without compromising on quality.
Star Aviation has TWO intakes per year — April and August. The next intake is August 2026. SAAT 2026 closes on 3rd August 2026. Once you register and submit documents, our Ex-IAF counsellor calls you within 24 hours. Typical timeline: 5-7 days from registration to confirmed admission. After August 2026, the next batch begins April 2027 — a full year wait.
Yes. Star Aviation has a partnership with RGNAU (Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University) — you can pursue B.Sc Aviation Science alongside your DGCA AME programme. You graduate with BOTH a recognized university degree and a globally-recognized engineering license — opening academic + technical careers simultaneously.
Your DGCA AME license is recognized in all 193 ICAO member countries. Specific opportunities: USA (FAA conversion · USD 55-85K/yr · Boeing projects 195K new techs needed in 20 yrs) · Canada (Transport Canada bridging · CAD 60-100K/yr · projected shortage) · UK/Europe (EASA Part-66 · GBP 35-60K/yr) · Middle East (UAE/Qatar/Saudi · tax-free AED 15-30K+/month) · Australia (CASA recognition · AUD 70-120K/yr · critical shortage). Many Star alumni already work in Gulf countries and other ICAO nations.
After completing your DGCA AME programme at Star, you may also apply to the Boeing-AIESL apprenticeship in Mumbai — a 1-year programme that opens up specialised maintenance roles aligned with Boeing aircraft. This is one of multiple post-graduation pathways available to Star Aviation graduates.
95% placements over the last 5 years. 80-90% consistent placement record across many years. ~70-80% of students placed within 6 months of graduation. 100% placement assistance. 300+ recruitment opportunities across airlines + MROs (Air India · IndiGo · SpiceJet · Akasa · Emirates · Etihad · Qatar Airways · Cathay Pacific · Singapore Airlines · Airbus · Boeing · Safran · Tata Advanced Systems · AIESL · GMR · Air Works). DGCA module exam pass rates ~2× the all-India average. All-India toppers regularly come from Star Aviation.
P-76, New Palam Vihar, Sector-110, Gurugram (Gurgaon) – 122017, Haryana. Close to IGI Airport (Delhi NCR). On-campus hostel facilities (separate male + female). Office hours: Mon-Sat 9 AM – 6 PM IST. Toll-free helpline: 1800-270-1269. Sunday: campus visits by appointment only.

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Apply now. Take the test. Win up to ₹50,000 scholarship. Build a career your family will be proud of — at Air India, IndiGo, Emirates, and beyond.

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