Aeronautical Officer – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 11
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Degree in Aeronautical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Metallurgical Engineering from a recognized University.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of experience in aircraft design and development or airworthiness engineering.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 40 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Aeronautical Officers at the DGCA play a critical role in aviation safety by assisting in the type certification of aeronautical products and analyzing flight data from FDRs and CVRs. This technical role involves renewing audits, investigating failed aircraft components, and testing aviation fuels to ensure compliance with international FAA/EASA standards. It is a prestigious opportunity for engineers to work at the forefront of civil aviation regulation in India. The position offers a structured career path within the Ministry of Civil Aviation with a focus on airworthiness engineering.
- The role involves a two-year probation period for direct recruits, including mandatory induction training.
- Candidates must have two years of experience in aircraft design, development, or airworthiness engineering.
- The age limit varies by category: 35 years for UR/EWS and 40 years for SC candidates.
- The post is based at the DGCA Headquarters in New Delhi with All India Service Liability.
- Selection is based on a permanent Group A Gazetted, Non-Ministerial status.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 10 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience Recruitment Test (if conducted) Interview (Personality Test)
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: Rs. 25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempted
Reservation
UR: 07 EWS: 03 SC: 01
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC ORA website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ Complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) profile if not already registered.
- Fill out the specific application form for the desired post.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including age proof, educational certificates, and experience letters in PDF format.
- Capture a live photograph and upload your signature as per the specified instructions.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 using online banking, credit/debit card, or UPI (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout of the finally submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The pay scale is Level 10 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
The age limit is 35 years for UR/EWS and 40 years for SC candidates.
A degree in Aeronautical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Metallurgical Engineering is required.