India's first structured helicopter cadet program — "India's First Helicopter Cadet Program," powered by Skyrise Aviation Pvt Ltd — takes candidates from zero flying experience to a DGCA-issued, H-125 type-rated Commercial Helicopter Pilot Licence.
VCRAFT is the only organization in India providing a CPL(H) program and training in India — structured as a cadet program with 100% job placement.
What's included
Ground and theoretical classes for the three DGCA CHPL papers (Meteorology, Air Regulations and Navigation), 150 hours of flight time building for CPL(H) on the Robinson R22 and R44, pilot-in-command time building and a full type rating on the Airbus H-125, simulator sessions on both the R22 and H-125, check rides, study material, a basic pilot kit and aircraft insurance.
Program roadmap
- Registration and admission, with a Letter of Acceptance issued
- Apply for your DGCA Computer Number
- Clear DGCA Class I/II medical
- Theory classes, followed by signing the service agreement and bond
- Clear the DGCA exams: Meteorology, Air Regulations and Navigation
- Flight training fee due, visa processing for international cadets
- 150 hours of flight training, then H-125 type rating
- DGCA issues your Commercial Helicopter Pilot Licence
Investment
Total program fees run to approximately ₹1.12 crore, paid in five parts: a ground-school fee, then four instalments tied to flight-training milestones. Flight training only begins once the DGCA theory papers (Meteorology, Air Regulations, Navigation) are cleared. Figures below are indicative as of January 2026 — confirm current pricing with admissions.
| Payment | Amount | Due |
|---|---|---|
| Ground School (Theory) | ₹2,25,000 | On enrolment |
| 1st instalment | ₹35,00,000 | Before flight training begins |
| 2nd instalment | ₹25,00,000 | 2 months into flight training |
| 3rd instalment | ₹25,00,000 | 4 months into flight training |
| 4th instalment | ₹25,00,000 | 6 months into flight training |
| Total flight training | ₹1,10,00,000 | |
| Grand total | ₹1,12,25,000 |
Exclusive benefits
A confirmed job as a helicopter pilot from Day 1, ground classes led by Army Aviation and DGCA-qualified instructors, a full Type Rating on the H-125, and no hidden costs.
Career outcome
Ground instruction is led by Army Aviation-experienced and DGCA-qualified instructors, and placement is arranged with hiring partners including Ravit Leisure & Medevac Heli Services and Syandan Aviation — giving cadets a confirmed pilot role to train toward from day one. Career paths include VIP charters, aerial tourism, medical evacuation, offshore logistics, law enforcement and emergency services, with a pathway to Multi-Engine Rating or the Flight Instructor Course beyond that.
