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Addendum to the Post of Flying Instructor

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Addendum to the Post of Flying Instructor administered by NPCC Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NPCC Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-01-08 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Addendum to the Post of Flying Instructor?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-01-08. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NPCC Authority?

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NPCC recruitment portal to initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic personal details, a valid email address, and a mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Log in to complete the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, DGCA-approved flying hours, and selecting the specific Flying Instructor grade or addendum post from the active vacancies list.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including the DGCA Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Flight Instructor Rating, updated logbooks, matriculation certificate for age proof, and category certificates in PDF format.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, which must be printed for exam venue entry.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Addendum to the Post of Flying Instructor is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening Test (CBST)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Air Navigation, Aviation Meteorology, Air Regulations, Aircraft Technical General, Human Performance and Limitations
Stage 2: Simulator Proficiency and Flying Skill Test	Qualifying Nature, 45 Minutes	Pre-flight Briefing, Emergency Procedures Handling, Instrument Rating Maneuvers, Instructional Ability in Cockpit, Post-flight Debriefing
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Document Verification	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Pedagogical Skills, DGCA Rules and Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR), Leadership and Crew Resource Management, Verification of Flying Logbooks and Licenses
Stage 4: Class I Medical Examination and Merit List	Medical Fitness Standards, No Marks	DGCA Class I Medical Standards, Visual Acuity and Color Blindness Tests, Audiometry and Cardiovascular Fitness, Final Merit Compilation based on CBST and Interview

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Flying Instructor post under NPCC is aligned with Level 11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of INR 67,700. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (INR 35,881), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities calculated at 30% (INR 20,310), the compensation is highly competitive. Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at INR 7,200 plus DA on TA (INR 3,816), totaling INR 11,016. This culminates in a robust Gross Monthly Salary of approximately INR 1,34,907. Standard statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 10,358) and professional tax, amount to roughly INR 12,000. Consequently, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited Flying Instructor stands at approximately INR 1,22,907, ensuring excellent financial stability and aligning with the upcoming 8th CPC projections.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the post of Flying Instructor strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxation is granted to reserved categories, including 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in compliance with central mandates, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity in the aviation sector.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Addendum to the Post of Flying Inst

What is the minimum flying experience required for this Flying Instructor post?

Candidates must possess a valid DGCA-issued Commercial Pilot License (CPL) or Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) with a current Flight Instructor Rating (FIR) and a minimum of 200 instructional flying hours.

Will there be any normalization of marks for the Computer Based Test?

Yes, if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT will be applied to ensure parity across different difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond associated with this recruitment?

Yes, selected candidates are required to execute a service surety bond of INR 3,00,000 to serve the NPCC Authority for a minimum period of three years from the date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for the Flying Instructor?

The newly recruited Flying Instructors will undergo a mandatory probation period of one year, which may be extended by the competent authority based on performance evaluations and flying safety records.

What is the syllabus focus for the technical screening exam?

The syllabus primarily focuses on DGCA syllabus guidelines for aviation subjects, including Air Regulations, Navigation, Meteorology, Aircraft Systems, and instructional techniques for flight training.

Where will the selected Flying Instructors be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted at NPCC-designated civil aviation training academies, flying clubs, or partner government training institutes across major Indian cities, subject to operational requirements.