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Respected Sir, I am studying in class 12th now and after completing it I want to become a Commercial Pilot so I want to know what is the minimum percentage required in class 12th to become a Commercial Pilot? Which course do I need to pursue? Please answer as soon as possible.

There are two types of entry to become a commercial pilot entry.
1) Through CPL
2) Through AFCAT Entrance

Through CPL
To become a commercial pilot, You will need CPL (Commercial Pilot License). Basic eligibility for CPL is that you must have passed (10+2) with PCM as a main subjects with at least 50% from a recognized board.

Procedure to Obtain CPL
- Complete (10+2) in science stream with PCM.
- Join pilot training school.
- At the time of enrolling, You will get SPL (Student Pilot License).
- After completion of certain hours of flying, License will be upgraded to PPL (Private Pilot License) and then CPL (Commercial Pilot License).

- Cost of training will be around 15 to 20 lakhs around. Out can also prefer AFCAT entrance to become a commercial pilot.

Through AFCAT

Eligibility
- You must be citizen of India.
- You must have passed graduation with at least 60% from a recognized university.
- Your age should be between 20 to 24 years on 1st January of the examination year.

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