What you're actually applying for
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering is not a conventional engineering degree — it's a DGCA-regulated licence under CAR-66 rules. The people who hold it are the ones legally authorised to inspect, maintain, and certify an aircraft as fit to fly.
Because it's a licensing programme rather than an academic one, admission runs through a structured entrance and verification process, not a simple application form. That process is what the six steps below walk through.
Confirm the institute's DGCA approval directly on dgca.gov.in under Approved Basic AME Training Organisations, for your intended category (B1.1, B1.3, or B2). No brochure or counsellor claim substitutes for that list.
The six-step admission process
From eligibility check to confirmed enrollment — in order.
Check eligibility
Confirm you meet the baseline requirements before registering for anything.
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Maths
- 45–50% aggregate (per institute norms)
- Or a 3-year engineering diploma
- Normal colour vision
- Medical fitness requirements met
Register for SOACET
The School of Aeronautics Common Entrance Test is how admission and scholarships are decided.
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Basic aptitude
- English comprehension
Appear for the entrance exam
Sit the test on your scheduled date, with your admit card and ID proof in hand.
- Online mode
- Fixed test date
- Admit card + photo ID required
- Results declared shortly after
Counselling & seat allocation
Shortlisted candidates choose their stream and lock in a seat, allocated on merit.
- Counselling session
- Mechanical or Avionics stream selection
- Scholarship confirmation
- Seat booking
Document verification
Bring originals and copies — originals are checked and returned on the spot.
- 10th & 12th (PCM) marksheets
- Transfer certificate
- Migration certificate
- Passport-size photographs
- Medical fitness certificate
Fee payment & final enrollment
Once documents clear, complete payment and receive written confirmation.
- Pay admission fee
- Confirm your seat
- Receive admission confirmation letter
Duration & investment
Course duration
Fees & scholarships
Exact fees vary by year and stream — confirm current figures with the admissions team directly.
Why School of Aeronautics
DGCA-approved institute
Established aviation training history
Live aircraft & engine practical labs
Direct industry exposure
Placement support
Entrance managed through SOACET
Where the licence leads
A completed AME course and DGCA licence opens roles across:
- Airlines
- MRO (maintenance, repair & overhaul) organisations
- Aircraft manufacturing companies
- International aviation companies
- Defense aviation sector
Licensed engineers with experience earn significantly more, depending on the organisation and years of practice.
Frequently asked
Is an entrance exam required for AME admission?
Yes. Admission at School of Aeronautics runs through the SOACET entrance exam.
What is the minimum eligibility for AME?
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics.
Is AME approved by DGCA?
Yes — AME is a DGCA-regulated licensing course.
Can diploma holders apply?
Yes, holders of a 3-year engineering diploma are eligible.
How do I apply for AME admission?
Register online for SOACET, then follow the counselling and document-verification process outlined above.
Ready to start step one?
Talk to the admissions team about eligibility, SOACET dates, and scholarship options for the current intake.
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