DGCA-approved Aviation Medical Examiner
DGCA Class 2 & Class 3 medical examination in Delhi
Medical examinations for pilot licence applicants, air traffic control candidates and cabin crew — conducted by an approved examiner, in the evening, by appointment.
| Fasting required | 8–10 hours |
|---|---|
| Time at clinic | 60–90 minutes |
| Bring | ID, eGCA details, spectacles, past reports |
| Appointment | Required — not walk-in |
Who this examination is for
Aviation medical assessments in India are conducted under the Directorate General of Civil Aviation's Civil Aviation Requirements. Which class applies depends on the licence or role you hold or are applying for.
- Class 2 — student pilot and private pilot licence applicants, and candidates entering flying training
- Class 3 — air traffic control licence applicants and holders
- Cabin crew — medical examination for cabin crew members and applicants
- Renewals — periodic re-examination at the interval applicable to your class and age
If you are unsure which class you need, call the clinic with your licence type and stage of training before booking. The requirement is set by DGCA and changes from time to time — always check the current Civil Aviation Requirements for your category.
What is assessed
The examination is systematic and covers the areas that matter for safe flight duty.
- Detailed medical, surgical, family and occupational history
- General physical examination, height, weight, body mass index, blood pressure and pulse
- Cardiovascular and respiratory examination, with electrocardiogram where indicated
- Vision — distant and near acuity, colour vision, and ocular examination
- Hearing assessment, and audiometry where indicated
- Ear, nose and throat, and dental examination
- Neurological and musculoskeletal examination
- Blood and urine investigations, including haemoglobin, blood sugar and lipids
- Chest radiograph where required for your class or renewal cycle
Process
How your examination runs
- Book a slotCall or message with your licence type, age and whether this is an initial examination or a renewal. You are told what to bring and how long to fast.
- Registration and historyYour identification and eGCA details are verified and a full medical history is taken. Declare all medication, past surgery and any previous assessment findings — non-disclosure is the single most common reason for problems later.
- InvestigationsBlood and urine samples, electrocardiogram, vision and hearing testing, and radiography where required for your class.
- Clinical examinationSystem-by-system examination by the Aviation Medical Examiner.
- Review and assessmentFindings are explained to you in plain language. Where everything is in order the assessment is completed and filed. Where something needs further evaluation, you are told precisely what is required and where to get it.
Common findings, and what they actually mean
Most candidates who worry about failing are worrying about something manageable. Here is how the usual concerns are handled.
| Finding | Usual approach |
|---|---|
| Refractive error (spectacles or lenses) | Assessed against the visual standards for your class; corrective lenses are acceptable within limits, with the correction recorded |
| Raised blood pressure on the day | Repeated after rest; if genuinely raised, evaluated and treated before assessment rather than ignored |
| Overweight or raised body mass index | Assessed alongside blood pressure, sugars and lipids; addressed through the clinic's weight programme where appropriate |
| Borderline or raised blood sugar | Confirmed with appropriate testing before any conclusion is drawn |
| Anaemia or low haemoglobin | Cause investigated and corrected; usually straightforward |
| Colour vision difficulty | Confirmed with the prescribed test method; implications for your licence class explained honestly |
Nothing on this page overrides the current DGCA Civil Aviation Requirements or the judgement of the examining authority. Medical standards, validity periods and required investigations are set by DGCA and are subject to change.
Questions
Frequently asked
Who needs a DGCA Class 2 medical examination?
A Class 2 medical assessment is generally required for private pilot licence and student pilot applicants, and is the entry medical for most people beginning flying training. Confirm the class applicable to your licence with your flying club or the current DGCA Civil Aviation Requirements before booking.
Do I need to be fasting for the examination?
Yes, for the blood and urine investigations. Come fasting for 8 to 10 hours; water is allowed. Breakfast can be taken immediately after samples are collected at the clinic.
How long does the examination take?
Plan for 60 to 90 minutes at the clinic, longer if vision testing or an ECG needs to be repeated. Reports from external investigations may take an additional day.
What should I bring?
Photo identification, your eGCA registration details and computer number if already issued, passport-size photographs, spectacles or contact lenses with the current prescription, previous medical assessment reports, and details of any medication you take.
What happens if something abnormal is found?
It is explained to you, and you are told what it means for your assessment. Many findings are correctable — refractive error, raised blood pressure, anaemia, deranged sugars. Where further evaluation or specialist opinion is needed before an assessment can be issued, you will be told exactly what is required.
Can I get the medical done in the evening?
Yes. Examinations are scheduled by appointment during evening clinic hours, which is why many trainees and working cabin crew choose this clinic. Fasting samples are planned accordingly when required.