What do DGCA ground classes cover? They teach the six theory subjects every pilot must pass for a CPL: Air Navigation, Aviation Meteorology, Air Regulations, Technical General, Technical Specific and RTR. Ground school usually takes 6 to 12 months. You need at least 70% in each paper, with no averaging. At Sky Mentors, we run DGCA ground classes in Jaipur in batches of 15–20 cadets.
The six DGCA subjects
DGCA ground training covers six theoretical subjects: Air Navigation, Aviation Meteorology, Air Regulations, Technical General, Technical Specific and RTR preparation.
Each is examined separately, and you need a minimum of 70 percent in every required paper to be eligible for CPL. There is no averaging across subjects, so a weak paper cannot be carried by a strong one.
How long ground school takes
Ground school is step 5 of the 14-step DGCA process. It generally runs 6 to 12 months depending on how many subjects you attempt at once and how your batch is structured.
A typical day includes 3 to 6 hours of classroom sessions, short breaks and time for self study or doubt clearing. As exams approach, students get additional revision classes, mock tests and question and answer sessions.
Attempts, re-registration and preparation
There is no cap on the number of attempts per paper, but each re-attempt carries a re-registration fee and delays your timeline. This is why first-attempt preparation matters more than the fee sheet suggests. You book each exam after your eGCA registration is complete.
- 1000+ topic-wise mock tests build exam speed and accuracy
- Small batches of 15 to 20 cadets keep doubt clearing personal
- An in-house 24/7 LMS gives you recorded lectures and a question bank
Studying alongside college or a job
Many students balance aviation studies with college or work through weekend or evening batches. Recorded sessions and structured study plans make this manageable.
Core training happens offline with smart boards and simulators, with live online doubt clearing available for students who travel frequently. That's why many students pick our pilot training institute in Jaipur for its weekend and evening batches.
Where to start
If you are at the beginning, the useful first moves are cheap ones: confirm your 10+2 subject position, Book a Class 2 medical before you pay for ground school, and clear your DGCA Class 1 and Class 2 medical checks early. Then sit in on a class at Sky Mentors Academy that is known as the Best Pilot Training Academy in India. After your theory exams, compare the top flying schools in India for your 200 hours. You can attend a live DGCA session for a nominal fee, or speak to a mentor about your specific qualification and timeline.
FAQs
What is the pass mark in DGCA exams?
70% in each paper. Marks are not averaged across subjects.
How many attempts are allowed in DGCA exams?
There's no fixed limit per paper. Each re-attempt needs a new registration fee and delays your timeline.
How long does DGCA ground school take?
Usually 6 to 12 months, depending on how many subjects you take at once.
Can I do DGCA ground classes while in college?
Yes. Weekend and evening batches, recorded sessions and a study plan help you manage both.
Are Sky Mentors ground classes online or offline?
Core classes are offline in Jaipur, with smart boards and a simulator. Live online doubt sessions help students who travel.
