IGRUA 2026 Entrance Exam: Dates, Syllabus, Preparation, and Previous Questions
IGRUA 2026 Entrance Exam: Dates, Syllabus, Preparation, and Last Year Selected Students Exam Experience
Updated on 22nd February 2026
Latest official update: IGRUA has released the advertisement and opened the application process for the IGRUA Entrance Examination 2026 (Ab-initio to CPL and Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Courses). The last date for submitting online applications is 13th April 2026.
Important dates (published schedule):
- Download of admit cards starts: 23rd April 2026
- Online written test: 03rd May 2026
- Interview/Viva schedule notified: 18th May 2026
- Interview/Viva starts: 01st June 2026
- Final result: on/after 26th June 2026
- Last date for payment of admission charges/commitment money: 07th July 2026
- Joining date: 21st July 2026
About IGRUA Established in 1985, the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi (IGRUA) is an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India. Training is conducted primarily at Raebareli (UP) with facilities in Amethi. IGRUA trains ab-initio pilots through ground theory, simulator training and flight training on a modern fleet.
Preparation tips
- Strengthen basics: NCERT for Physics and Math; practice English grammar and comprehension.
- Practice mocks: attempt previous years and full-length mocks; target high accuracy.
- Aptitude build-up: regularly practice pilot aptitude tasks; speed+coordination matters.
- Structured plan: study daily, review weak areas weekly, and track scores.
Last Year Selected Students’ Exam Experience (IGRUA 2025) Glean wisdom from 2025 achievers, who navigated the rigorous process:
- Written exam: time management and accuracy were key across Physics/Math/English.
- Aptitude: coordination and situational tasks tested composure and learning agility.
- Interview: “Why aviation?”, motivation, and clarity of thought were heavily evaluated.
Always verify the latest dates and instructions in the official advertisement/portal.
IGRUA Entrance Exam 2026
Expected Dates & Schedule for CPL Course
Please Note: As of October 2025, the official announcement for the IGRUA Entrance Exam 2026 is still pending. The schedule below is an estimated timeline based on the 2023-2025 cycles. For confirmed updates, always refer to the official IGRUA website.
Projected Schedule for CPL Course
| Important Dates & Events | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Early March 2026 |
| Last date for online application & fee payment | 02 May 2026 (Saturday) |
| Download of Admit Cards | 19 May 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Online Written Test | 24 May 2026 (Sunday) |
| Interview Schedule Published | 06 June 2026 (Saturday) |
| Interviews / Pilot Aptitude Test (CPAT) Start | 24 June 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Final Result Announcement | On or after 15 July 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Last Date for Payment of Commitment Money | 26 July 2026 (Sunday) |
| Joining Date for First Batch | 20 August 2026 (Thursday) |
Selection Process
- Online Written Examination
- Interview / Viva
- Computerized Pilot Aptitude Test (CPAT)
Official Website
For definitive dates and information, please monitor the official IGRUA website:
https://igrua.gov.inIGRUA Exam Syllabus 2026
The exam format is a 90-minute online CBT with 100 multiple-choice questions (3 marks each, negative marking of -1). Consistent across years, it includes:
- Physics (25 Qs): Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Optics, Electricity, Modern Physics.
- Mathematics (25 Qs): Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, Geometry, Vectors.
- English (20 Qs): Grammar, Vocab, Reading Comprehension, Synonyms.
- Reasoning & Aptitude (20 Qs): Logic, Numeracy, Spatial Awareness.
- General Awareness (10 Qs): Current Events, Basic Aviation.
Successful written test takers (top 200-300) advance to CPAT (aptitude assessment) and interviews evaluating drive, communication, and aviation enthusiasm.
For detail syllabus and preparation join HERE
Eligibility Criteria for IGRUA 2026
For the CPL program:
- Age: At least 17 years by August 1, 2026 (born on or before August 1, 2009); no upper age cap, but medical fitness is key.
- Education: 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics, minimum 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- Medical: DGCA Class 2 medical certificate required initially; Class 1 post-admission.
- Nationality: Exclusive to Indian nationals.
- Seats: About 120 for CPL, with reservations (15% SC, 7.5% ST, 27% OBC, 10% EWS).
No flying background necessary, but applicants must be unmarried and fully committed to the program.
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