You must be at least 16 years old to start flying and 18 for issue of CPL.

Any stream with Physics and Math is mandatory.

Yes, you can give those subjects through NIOS or any other recognized open board.

You will need a Student Pilot License (SPL) to start your flying training, Private Pilot License (PPL - optional) to fly your private aircraft / for hobby flying, and Commercial Pilot License (CPL) to join as a Commercial Pilot with some FTO, Charter Service or Airline.

Ground Classes (Medicals, Computer Number as well) → Exams → Flying → CPL → Type Rating → Job (Airline pilot, Charter pilot, State Govt Pilot or Private pilot)

CPL ranges between ₹35 to ₹55 lakhs depending on the flight school, country, and type rating will cost additional 15-20 lakh (optional and needed for airline pilot only)

No, flying can be done in India itself, but many students also choose countries like the USA, South Africa, or Canada.

It's a training course for heavy aircraft (like Airbus A320, Boeing 737, ATR-72, Q400 etc.), done after CPL to join airlines.

18 to 24 months for CPL + 2 to 3 months for Type Rating if required (can vary).

No national-level entrance, but DGCA and WPC conduct exams you must clear (like Navigation, Met, RTR).

No. It depends on your skill, preparation, and market demand.

Yes. Aviation is conducted in English, and ELP (English Language Proficiency) test is mandatory.