DGCA Ground Classes (Online & Offline)

DGCA Ground Classes
Online & Offline Coaching

Prepare for all 6 DGCA CPL theory papers with experienced airline and military pilots. Study online or in our Bengaluru classroom.

Air Navigation
Aviation Meteorology
Air Regulations
Technical General
Technical Specific
RTR (A)
Airline Interview
ADAPT Test
DGCA Ground Classes Training
THE PILOT'S COMPASSGROUND ACADEMY

Course Duration

4 to 6 Months

Batch Start Dates

Every Monday

Pre-Entry Requirements

10+2 (Physics & Math) & Class II Medical

NEW BATCH ALERT

Next CPL Ground Classes batch commences on

4 to 6 month curriculum. Share your details and we'll send you the fees, schedule and next steps.

Ground School Readiness Diagnostic

Do you want to check if you need DGCA Ground Classes?

Take our online pilot aptitude assessment to evaluate your current knowledge level, subject readiness, and specific DGCA ground school training requirements.

Veteran Flight Instructors

Our Veteran Ground School Instructors

Direct ground instruction and mentorship from Indian Navy and IAF veteran aviators with over 9,000+ flight hours of military command and instructional excellence.

Wing Commander Sunil Dhankhar (Retd)
Ex IAF QFI

Wing Commander Sunil Dhankhar (Retd)

Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI)

Decorated Indian Air Force veteran aviator and Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) with instructional mastery across 7 distinct aircraft types.

Flying Hours3,000+ Flying Hours
Aircraft Fleet7 Aircraft Types
Commander Naveen Pandita (Retd)
Naval Aviator

Commander Naveen Pandita (Retd)

Founder & Lead Mentor

Former Indian Navy warship commander and air squadron leader with over two decades of operational military aviation experience.

Flying Hours4,000+ Flying Hours
Aircraft Fleet4 Aircraft Types
Wing Commander Anubhav Vyas (Retd)
Ex IAF QFI

Wing Commander Anubhav Vyas (Retd)

Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI)

Ex-IAF veteran aviator and Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) specializing in flight theory, navigation, and pilot aptitude.

Flying Hours2,000+ Flying Hours
Aircraft Fleet4 Aircraft Types
Google Reviews

What Our Students Say

Reviews from students of our DGCA ground classes, as posted on Google.

Advaith V Nair

Advaith V Nair

Oct 2026

I’ve been taking online ground classes here for over 3 months for Air Navigation, Regulations, and Meteorology, and I was able to clear my DGCA Air Navigation exam in the first attempt recently. The faculty is highly knowledgeable, the study material is comprehensive, and the mock tests and doubt-solving sessions prepare you perfectly for the exams. It is excellent value for money and a great choice for any student aiming to clear their DGCA papers.
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Vedika Bhoir

Vedika Bhoir

Jul 2026

I had an excellent experience with these ground classes . The instructors explain concepts in a very clear and easy to understand manner , making even complex topics to simple .I genuinely feel that these classes have played an important role in my aviation journey , and i would highly recommend to anyone preparing for their aviation exams
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Riya Liz Augustine

Riya Liz Augustine

Oct 2026

Amazing experience here. Captain Naveen pandita is very encouraging had an amazing time learning about aviation
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Why Prepare with Our Ground Classes?

We provide the most robust preparation path in India, focusing not only on rote memorization but also on deep conceptual understanding to prepare you for actual cockpit operations.

Active Airline Captains as Mentors

Learn directly from active airline captains and experienced command pilots with over 7,000+ flying hours on jets like B737 and A320.

One-Time Fee Validity

Pay once and attend revision batches and doubt-clearing classes until you clear all your DGCA papers—no hidden charges.

Flexible Training Formats

Choose from physical classroom settings (campus in Bangalore) or attend interactive live online classes with full video archives.

Proprietary Study Materials

Receive our updated, subject-wise ground school books, summary notes, and cheat sheets designed to simplify complex formulas.

DGCA-Style Test Engine

Access a simulated test engine with thousands of past questions, weekly mock exams, and structured progress trackers.

eGCA & Medical Administration Support

Receive complete end-to-end guidance for obtaining your computer number, scheduling Class II & Class I medicals, and portal management.

DGCA CPL Subjects We Cover

Every subject matches the latest DGCA theoretical exam standards. Modules run concurrently and in flexible batches, enabling students to complete all subjects within a 4 to 6 month window.

DGCA CPL Subjects Core Material

CORE SYLLABUS BY

THE PILOT'S COMPASS

60 Days

Air Navigation (AN)

  • General Navigation principles
  • Dead Reckoning & flight planning
  • Radio Navigation & radar instruments
  • Aviation charts & Jeppesen route maps
  • CX-3 Flight Computer numericals
45 Days

Aviation Meteorology (ME)

  • Weather systems & atmospheres
  • Cloud formations & turbulence
  • Indian monsoon & seasonal patterns
  • METAR, TAF, and SIGMET reports
  • Weather-related operational risk management
30 Days

Air Regulations (AR)

  • Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR)
  • Aircraft Act 1934 & Aircraft Rules 1937
  • Rules of the Air & Air Traffic Services
  • Airspace categorization & operational rules
  • Pilot licensing guidelines & requirements
45 Days

Technical General (TG)

  • Theory of Flight & Aerodynamics
  • Aircraft engines (Piston & Gas Turbine)
  • Electrical, hydraulic & landing gear systems
  • Cockpit instruments & avionics systems
  • Emergency equipment & aircraft limitations
15 Days

Technical Specific (TS)

  • Aircraft systems (Cessna 152/172/172R)
  • Multi-engine platforms (DA42, Tecnam P68C)
  • Aircraft flight manuals (AFM/POH)
  • Normal & emergency checklists
  • Oral Viva & simulator readiness
40 Days

RTR (Radio Telephony)

  • Part I: Transmission simulation & practice
  • Part II: Aviation regulations & basic theory
  • Standard ICAO phraseology guidelines
  • Distress, urgency & emergency messages
  • DGCA exam preparation & mock Vivas

Your Step-by-Step CPL Ground Journey

From administrative registrations to passing your exams and initiating flight school training.

01

EGCA & Medicals

Apply for your DGCA Computer Number, register on the official EGCA portal, and book your initial Class II Medical assessment.

02

Core Theory Training

Enroll in our classes (online or offline) covering the 6 core subjects. Gain clear conceptual clarity directly from active pilot mentors.

03

Mock Exams Engine

Solve daily assignment questions and full-length simulated mock exams under real time conditions to prepare for the test formats.

04

Exam Booking & Success

Register on the DGCA Pariksha portal, book slots, clear all theoretical papers and RTR (A), and transition directly to flight training.

Pilot Aptitude Assessment

Compass & ADAPT Test Preparation

Many premium airlines and cadet programs use strict psychometric and psychomotor evaluations like COMPASS and PILAPT (ADAPT) as their first elimination round. Our specific test preparation modules familiarize you with spatial orientation, multitasking, complex control, and cognitive reasoning tests so you walk into the assessment with complete confidence.

  • Hand-Eye-Foot Coordination
  • Spatial Orientation
  • Complex Task Management
  • Applied Mathematics
Compass and ADAPT Pilot Test Preparation
Career Transition

Airline Interview Preparation

Securing your CPL is only half the journey. Clearing the rigorous technical and HR interview rounds of major airlines requires strategic preparation. Taught by industry veterans, our interview prep clinics simulate real airline board interviews, covering technical aviation knowledge, situational awareness, CRM (Crew Resource Management), and psychological profiling.

  • Mock Technical Interviews
  • HR & Psychological Profiling
  • Scenario-based CRM questions
  • Group Discussion (GD) Practice
Airline Interview Preparation

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from CPL candidates about our DGCA ground school prep.

Ready to Clear Your DGCA Exams?

Your journey to the flight deck starts with top-tier ground training. Get the fees, schedule and next batch dates from our team.

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