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Asif Question by Asif on Sep 02, 2024Hindi
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Sir - Pls note that my son completed +2 in 2022. He took 2 drops to prepare for JEE/IIT but could not secure seat. He is now joined in one of the engineering colleges in Hyd (BE - CSE). Now. He is insisting to become pilot. Could you please guide if this is the right move at this point.

Ans: One option could be to complete his B.E. in CSE first and then pursue his pilot training. Becoming a pilot involves significant financial investment. The cost of obtaining a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) in India typically ranges between ?30-40 lakhs (it may be more), and it can be higher if training abroad. This cost is often over and above any other educational expenses.
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