Overview:
Air traffic controllers regulate the flight of aircraft in the allotted air space. They are in charge of communicating with pilots to monitor and coordinate aircraft movement, ensure a safe distance between aircrafts, guide pilots during take-off and landing, and provide support in case of emergency. To fulfil their duties, air traffic controllers use a range of devices, including radars and computers. They are expected to remain alert and multitask as part of their profession. These professionals can work as Tower Controllers, Approach and Departure Controllers, En Route Controllers, etc.
Career Path:
Candidates from Science streams can choose to become air traffic controllers.
| Stream of Study at 12th: |
Students can pursue Science stream in their 12th, with Physics and Mathematics as core subjects. |
| Degree/Graduation Courses: |
- Pursue B.Sc. in Physics for 3 years
- Pursue any other B.Sc. with Physics and Mathematics as mandatory subjects for 3 to 4 years
- Pursue B.Tech/B.E. in Telecommunication Engineering for 4 years
- Pursue B.Tech/B.E. in Electronics Engineering for 4 years
- Pursue B.Tech/B.E. in Mechanical Engineering for 4 years
- Pursue B.Tech/B.E. in Aeronautical Engineering for 4 years
- Pursue B.Tech/B.E. in Radio Engineering for 4 years
- Pursue B.Tech/B.E. in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering for 4 years
- Pursue B.Tech/B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) for 4 years
- Pursue B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) for 4 years
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| Higher education/After Graduation Courses: |
- Pursue M.Sc. in Physics for 2 years
- Pursue M.Sc Degree or its equivalent with Wireless Communication, Electronics, Radio Physics or Radio Engg. as a special Subject
- Pursue M.Sc. in Electronics for 2 years
- Pursue M.Sc. in Electronics and Communication Systems for 2 years
- Pursue M.Sc. in Electronics and Telecommunication for 2 years
- Pursue M.Sc. in Radio Physics for 2 years
- Pursue M.Sc/M.Tech. in Radio Physics and Electronics for 2 years
- Pursue any other M.Sc. with Physics and Mathematics as mandatory subjects
- Pursue M.Tech in Telecommunication Engineering for 2 years
- Pursue M.Tech in Wireless Communication Technology for 2 years
- Pursue M.Tech in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering for 2 years
- Pursue M.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) for 2 years
- Pursue M.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) for 4 years
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Eligibility:
- Age requirement: 21 to 27 years
- Eyesight: 6/6 in one eye, up to 6/9 in the other
- Education: Graduation degree with minimum 60% marks.
- Physically fit
- Preference may be given to those who hold a Commercial Pilot’s License (CPL)
- Clear the ATC examination conducted by the Airports Authority of India, which includes a written test, voice test, interview, and medical test.
Selection Criteria:
The selection shall be made on the basis of a
- Written test
- 50% questions on subjects relating to educational qualifications prescribed
- 50% on General Knowledge, General Intelligence, General Aptitude, English etc.
- Voice test
- Personal Interview
- Medical fitness as per ICAO Annex-1
Standard reservation policy applies for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen.
Top Colleges:
- Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur
- Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
- Indian Institute of Technology, Mumbai
- Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
- Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee
- Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani
- Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Pune
- Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai
- Manipal University, Jaipur
- Amity University, Noida
- Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru
