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Radheshyam Zanwar

MHT-CET, IIT-JEE, NEET-UG Expert 

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Radheshyam Zanwar is the founder of Zanwar Classes which prepares aspirants for competitive exams such as MHT-CET, IIT-JEE and NEET-UG.
Based in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, it provides coaching for Class 10 and Class 12 students as well.
Since the last 25 years, Radheshyam has been teaching mathematics to Class 11 and Class 12 students and coaching them for engineering and medical entrance examinations.
Radheshyam completed his civil engineering from the Government Engineering College in Aurangabad.... more

Answered on Aug 25, 2026

Career
**Question for Rediff Guru: Guidance for Becoming a Commercial Pilot** My nephew is from Hyderabad and has a strong interest in becoming a commercial airline pilot. He is currently completing his B.Tech in Computer Science and is also in the process of clearing a few academic backlogs. We would like to understand the correct pathway for him from this stage. Could you please guide us on the following: 1. **Eligibility:** Can he pursue commercial pilot training while completing/after completing his B.Tech and clearing his backlogs? 2. **Medical tests:** What medical examinations should he complete **before spending money on any aviation training**? Should he first undergo a DGCA Class 2 medical and then Class 1 medical? Are there any specific tests for eyesight, colour vision, hearing, BMI, ECG, etc. that we should be particularly concerned about? 3. **Entrance/exams:** What DGCA examinations such as **DGCA CPL papers, EASA/FAA exams**, or other tests would he need to take? 4. **Training pathway:** Since we are based in Hyderabad, would you recommend starting flight training in India or going abroad? 5. **Best flight schools:** Which are the **best and most reliable flying schools in India** for CPL training? We are particularly interested in schools with good safety records, aircraft availability, experienced instructors and a good track record of students completing training on time. 6. **Training abroad:** Would you recommend countries such as the **USA, Australia, New Zealand, Canada or South Africa** for his CPL training? What are the advantages and disadvantages compared with India? 7. **Airline career:** If the ultimate goal is to become an airline pilot with airlines such as IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air, etc., which training route would give him the best prospects? 8. **Cost and duration:** What would be a realistic **total budget and timeframe**, including flight training, accommodation, exams, medicals, DGCA conversion/licensing, type rating and other expenses? 9. **B.Tech decision:** Since he is already pursuing B.Tech CSE, should he **complete the degree first**, or would it make sense to start pilot training alongside/after clearing his backlogs? 10. **Risks:** What are the major mistakes families should avoid when selecting a flying school or paying a large amount upfront? We would especially appreciate a **step-by-step roadmap from Hyderabad**, starting with the medical assessment and academic requirements and ending with obtaining a CPL and becoming eligible for an airline pilot job. If possible, please also suggest **2–3 flying schools in India and 2–3 overseas options** that you would personally shortlist for a student from Hyderabad, along with the approximate cost and expected training duration.
Ans: Too many queries are embedded in a single question. The sequence is unclear. Please ask no more than one or two queries in a single question so a proper reply can be provided.

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Asked on - Aug 29, 2026 | Answered on Aug 29, 2026
My nephew is from Hyderabad and wants to become a commercial airline pilot. He is currently completing his B.Tech in Computer Science and has a few academic backlogs that he is working to clear. Before we spend any money on pilot training, I want to establish whether he is medically and academically eligible. Could you please explain: 1. What are the current DGCA eligibility requirements for obtaining a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), particularly the requirements for Class 12 Physics and Mathematics and whether completing a B.Tech degree affects or helps his eligibility? 2. Can he begin the pilot-training process while completing his B.Tech/backlogs, or should he complete his degree first? 3. What medical examinations should he undergo first? Should he start with a DGCA Class 2 medical and then proceed to Class 1? 4. What specific areas should we check carefully before investing in training—especially eyesight, colour vision, hearing, BMI, ECG, blood tests or any other medical requirements? Please give me a clear step-by-step recommendation for what he should do from Hyderabad before spending any significant money on flight training.
Ans: Again, there are too many queries embedded in a single question. Sorry to say, I have to search for some information online. Requesting you to take it as information only. It is better to read the official brochure of the respective college/course before confirming admission or solely depending on our advice. Here is the reply to your multiple queries.

Yes. Before spending on flight training, medical clearance should come first.

Academic eligibility: For DGCA CPL, he must have passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics (or an accepted equivalent). His B.Tech does not replace this requirement, but the degree itself is not required for CPL.
B.Tech/backlogs: He does not need to finish B.Tech before starting pilot training, provided his 10+2 Physics/Maths requirement is already satisfied. However, given the backlogs, I would prioritize clearing them while beginning the medical/ground work process rather than paying a large FTO fee immediately.
Medical sequence: Start with a DGCA Class 2 medical, then obtain Class 1 before committing substantial training money. Class 1 initial medical is available from age 17.
Check particularly: eyesight and refractive error, color vision, hearing/audiometry, BP/heart/ECG, general physical and neurological health, urine/blood investigations, and any history of significant illness/surgery. There is not a universal BMI “pass/fail” cutoff—the DGCA medical examiner assesses overall fitness.
From Hyderabad, my recommended order:
(a) verify his 12th marksheet has Physics + Maths → (b) book a DGCA Class 2 with an approved examiner → (c) if Class 2 is satisfactory, proceed to Class 1 → (d) only after a favorable Class 1 assessment, shortlist DGCA-approved FTOs and pay substantial training fees.

DGCA Pariksha official eligibility information

Most important: don't rely on an ordinary eye/health check alone; get the actual DGCA medical assessment before making the major financial commitment.

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Answered on Jul 28, 2026

Career
Hello ! My sister gave NEET this year with score 250. She wanted to do MBBS. We had taken opinion of local counsellor and got to know she can get Semi gov seat for BAMS in maharashtra. But the thing is now she is confused between Engineering and BAMS because she believe that there are very less opportunities for BAMS, instead she can get good job after btech and also pursue mtech. But in Engg. also there are lot of fluctuations in jobs that. please help us decide the carrier option between Engg and BAMS or any other option except Nursing and physiotherapy.
Ans: If her dream has always been to become a doctor and she is willing to practice medicine (AYUSH), take BAMS. If her interest has shifted toward technology and she can commit to developing strong technical skills, choose B.Tech instead. The deciding factor should be interest, not current job market trends. If she doesn't strongly prefer either, also consider: (1) B.Pharm + M.Pharm/MBA (pharma, regulatory, industry) (2) B.Sc. Agriculture (good government and private opportunities) (3) B.Sc. Biotechnology/Microbiology (with higher studies). Choose a career as per her interest only.

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