indian institute of aeronautics common entrance test

IIA CET 2026

Indian Institute of Aeronautics Common Entrance Test [IIA CET] National Level, Entrance Test
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Indian Institute of Aeronautics Common Entrance Test

Indian Institute of Aeronautics Common Entrance Test (IIA CET) 2026

IIA CET 2026
[Indian Institute of Aeronautics Common Entrance Test]
conducted by Indian Institute of Aeronautics Group
Admission to Aviation Courses including the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) Program 2026-2027

IIA CET is a Gateway for Admissions & Training in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering in DGCA and EASA approved Aircraft Maintenance Training Organisations in India. The appearance in the IIA CET exam is the mandatory requirement for the admissions in the AME colleges in India. Based upon the performance of the candidate in the IIA CET entrance exam, they are being offered scholarships and priority over selecting the stream of their choice as well as location of training.

IIA CET 2026 - Courses Offered
The courses offered by competing through IIA CET are related to the technical stream of aviation. Interested candidates can opt for courses in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering and Commercial Pilot License under its preview.
Course Competent Authority Duration
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering in Category A Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) 01 Year Basic Training + 01 Year Actual Maintenance Experience
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering in Category B1.1 Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) 02 Year Basic Training + 02 Year Actual Maintenance Experience
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering in Category B1.1 European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) 02 Year Basic Training + 02 Year Actual Maintenance Experience
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering in Category B2 Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) 02 Year Basic Training + 02 Year Actual Maintenance Experience
B.Tech. in Aeronautical Engineering All India Council of Technical Education 04 Years
Commercial Pilot License Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) 200 Hours Single Engine Rating + 15 Hours Multi Engine Rating + Type Rating
IIA CET 2026 - Scholarship
Type of Scholarship Scholarship Amount
Top 5 Candidates in IIA CET INR 100,000/-
Next 20 Ranked Candidates in IIA CET INR 50,000/-
Next 25 Ranked Candidates in IIA CET INR 25,000
*Scholarship in training fees to all IIA CET qualified candidates for admissions in AME courses.

Students admitted are based on valid scores from the entrance exams such as the IIA CET – A National level AME Entrance Exam conducted for admission in JRN Institute Of Aviation Technology, Indian Institute of Aeronautics and Bharat Institute of Aeronautics.
IIA CET 2026 - Exam Dates
The examination dates are posted on the official website for IIA CET, www.iiagroup.co.in, and other social media sites for the circulation of information. The interested candidates can approach the helpdesk for acquiring more information regarding the examination.
Event Date
IIA CET (Preliminary) March-April
IIA CET (Mains) May-June
IIA CET 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
DGCA Candidates: Must have Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics as their major subjects in 10+2 Board examination, appearing as well as pass out candidates and candidates who have completed their diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, and Aeronautical stream may also apply for IIA CET – An AME Entrance Exam.

EASA Candidates: Must have cleared class 10th from any board in India. That means 10th pass, 12th with medical, non-medical, commerce & Humanities, or pursuing any degree or degree holder are all eligible.
IIA CET 2026 - Exam Pattern
Sl. No. Subject Questions Marks Negative Marking
1 Physics 30 30 None
2 Mathematics 30 30 None
3 General Awareness 5 5 None
4 English 10 10 None
*Examination duration is 1 hour.
IIA CET 2026 - Syllabus
Mathematics (Max marks 30)
  • Arithmetic: Arithmetical terms and signs, methods of multiplication and division, fractions and decimals, factors and multiples, weights, measures and conversion factors, ratio and proportion, averages and percentages, areas and volumes, squares, cubes, square and cube roots.
  • Algebra: Evaluating simple algebraic expressions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, use of brackets, simple algebraic fractions; Linear equations and their solutions; Indices and powers, negative and fractional indices; Binary and other applicable numbering systems; Simultaneous equations and second degree equations with one unknown; Logarithms.
  • Geometry: Simple geometrical constructions; Graphical representation; nature and uses of graphs, graphs of equations/functions; Simple trigonometry; trigonometric relationships, use of tables and rectangular and polar coordinates.
Physics (Max marks 30)
  • Nature of Matter: The chemical elements, structure of atoms, molecules; Chemical compounds; States: solid, liquid and gaseous; Changes between states.
  • Static & Kinetics: Forces, moments and couples, representation as vectors; Centre of gravity; Elements of theory of stress, strain and elasticity: tension, compression, shear and torsion; Nature and properties of solid, fluid and gas; Pressure and buoyancy in liquids (barometers).
  • Linear Movement: Uniform motion in a straight line, motion under constant acceleration (motion under gravity); Rotational movement: uniform circular motion (centrifugal/centripetal forces).
  • Periodic Motion: Pendular movement; Simple theory of vibration, harmonics and resonance; Velocity ratio, mechanical advantage and efficiency.
Thermodynamics
  • Temperature: Thermometers and temperature scales: Celsius, Fahrenheit and Kelvin; Heat definition; Heat capacity, specific heat; Heat transfer: convection, radiation and conduction; Volumetric expansion; First and second law of thermodynamics; Gases: ideal gases laws; specific heat at constant volume and constant pressure, work done by expanding gas; Isothermal, adiabatic expansion and compression, engine cycles, constant volume and constant pressure, refrigerators and heat pumps; Latent heat of fusion and evaporation, thermal energy, heat of combustion.
  • Optics: Nature of light, speed of light, Laws of reflection and refraction, reflection at plane surfaces, reflection by spherical mirrors, refraction, lenses; Fibre optics.
  • Wave Motion & Sound: Mechanical Waves, sinusoidal wave motion, interference phenomenon, standing waves Speed of sound, production of sound, intensity, pitch and quality, Doppler effect.
  • General Knowledge & English (Max Marks 25): General aviation awareness; India and the states; Current affairs, United nations and its functionaries, elementary English grammar and punctuation, word meaning, select the correct statement.
IIA CET 2026 - Exam Schedule
  • IIA CET examination is conducted in the 2nd quarter of 2026.
  • The examination shall be organised in online mode only.
  • Duration of the examination will be of 01 Hour for all the students.
IIA CET 2026 - How to Apply
The registration process for IIA CET examination is available in Online mode only. To apply, follow these steps:
1. Visit the website www.iiagroup.co.in
2. Fill up the form with the required details.

After submitting the form, the counselling team of IIA Group will contact you and provide you with all the course details, scope of the training program, arrangements for apprenticeships, and answer any general queries you may have.

Once the candidate is convinced with all the details as provided, they are advised to visit the link www.iiagroup.co.in/registration.php to get themselves registered with the registration payment option.

The registration fees for the DGCA approved programs is INR 1,000/- and for EASA approved programs is INR 2000/-. Once the payment for registration is done, the registered candidates are given confirmation for their enrollment via email.

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Published By: Sahadeb
Published On: 16 Oct 2025
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