Quick Answer
The Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (DGCA) entrance exam for admission is AME CEE 2027, a national-level common entrance exam for DGCA-approved AME programmes. It is a 1-hour test of 75 questions (300 marks) for Class 12 PCM students, with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics carrying 100 marks each. Applications run from 1 September 2026 to 31 March 2027, the exam is planned for May 2027, and the fee is INR 1,000 to INR 1,200 depending on category.
What Is the DGCA AME Entrance Exam?
Aircraft Maintenance Engineers keep aircraft airworthy and safe. In India, the AME licence is regulated by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), and training must be completed at a DGCA-approved institute. To get a seat in such an institute, students appear for a common entrance exam. AME CEE (AME Common Entrance Exam) is the national-level exam that participating institutes use for this purpose.
It is important to separate two things. The entrance exam (AME CEE) decides your admission and scholarship. The DGCA licensing examinations are module exams you take during and after training to earn your AME licence. This page covers the entrance exam. For the course itself, see our Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (DGCA) course details.
AME CEE 2027 at a Glance
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | AME CEE 2027 (AME Common Entrance Exam) |
| Level | National level, PAN India |
| Programme covered | Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (DGCA), (EASA), B.Tech/UGC AME, and other aviation programmes |
| Mode | Offline or online (as notified) |
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Total questions / marks | 75 questions / 300 marks |
| Application form opens | 1 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 31 March 2027 |
| Exam date | May 2027 |
| Registration fee | INR 1,200 (male, General/OBC); INR 1,000 (female, SC/ST, Defence/Navy/Freedom Fighter categories) |
| Scholarship | Up to 100% of first-semester tuition, based on All India Rank |
| Exam centres | 43 cities across India |
AME Entrance Exam Eligibility (DGCA Programme)
- Educational qualification: Passed or appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, or a 3-year engineering diploma.
- Age: Between 14 and 28 years at the time of admission.
- Attempts: Maximum three attempts at AME CEE.
- Other programmes: Class 12 with PCM or PCB for engineering programmes such as Aeronautical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering; Class 12 (Mathematics compulsory) for B.Sc. in AME; any stream Class 12 for BBA in Aviation.
Check the full AME CEE eligibility criteria before you apply.
AME CEE 2027 Exam Pattern
For 12th PCM applicants (DGCA AME)
| S.No | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physics | 25 | 100 |
| 2 | Mathematics | 25 | 100 |
| 3 | Chemistry | 25 | 100 |
| Total | 75 | 300 |
Candidates holding a 3-year engineering diploma or B.Tech, and 10th-pass applicants for diploma programmes, take a 75-question paper in General Awareness, English and Aptitude (25 questions and 100 marks each). Pattern details are on the AME CEE exam page.
AME Entrance Exam Syllabus
- Physics: Physics and measurement, kinematics, laws of motion, work-energy-power, rotational motion, gravitation, properties of solids and liquids, thermodynamics, kinetic theory, oscillations and waves, electrostatics, current electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic induction and AC, optics, modern physics, electronic devices.
- Chemistry: Basic concepts, chemical thermodynamics, solutions, equilibrium, redox and electrochemistry, chemical kinetics, periodicity, s-, p-, d- and f-block elements, coordination compounds, organic chemistry (hydrocarbons, halogen, oxygen and nitrogen compounds), polymers.
- Mathematics: Sets, relations and functions, complex numbers, matrices and determinants, permutations and combinations, binomial theorem, sequences and series, limits, continuity and differentiability, integral calculus, differential equations, coordinate and 3D geometry, vectors, statistics and probability, trigonometry.
How to Apply for AME CEE 2027
- Visit the official website www.amecee.in.
- Click Apply Now to open the registration form.
- Fill in personal and academic details and upload your photograph.
- Pay the application fee online by debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. Offline payment is not accepted.
- Save the acknowledgement. A registration number is sent to your mobile number and email.
AME CEE 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application form release | 1 September 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 31 March 2027 |
| Admit card download | First week of May 2027 |
| AME CEE 2027 exam | May 2027 |
| Result | Third week of May 2027 |
| Admission counselling | Last week of May 2027 |
Dates are as published by AME CEE and can change. See the live important dates page.
Scholarships on AME CEE 2027 Rank
| Rank | Max students | Tuition scholarship |
|---|---|---|
| Central / State Board topper | 10 | 100% |
| Rank 1 to 3 | 3 | 100% |
| Rank 4 to 15 | 12 | 75% |
| Rank 16 to 50 | 35 | 50% |
| Rank 51 to 200 | 150 | 25% |
| Rank 201 to 1000 | 800 | 20% |
| Rank 1001 to 5001 | 4,000 | 15% |
| All qualified candidates | All | 10% |
The scholarship applies to first-semester tuition fees and is given when you choose a college for admission. Terms and conditions apply. Full details on the scholarship page.
How to Prepare for the AME Entrance Exam
- Study 3 to 4 focused hours daily, with most time on Physics and Mathematics numericals.
- Revise NCERT Class 11 and 12 Physics and Chemistry first, then practise Mathematics topic by topic.
- Solve the previous year AME CEE papers (2024, 2023) under a strict 1-hour timer.
- Aim for roughly 48 seconds per question: the paper has 75 questions in 60 minutes.
- Take regular mock tests and review wrong answers to close weak areas.
What Happens After You Qualify?
After the result, you join counselling and choose a participating DGCA-approved institute; your rank decides the scholarship. Training then leads towards the AME licence examinations conducted by DGCA, and a career as a licensed engineer on aircraft with airlines, MROs and aviation companies. If you are still comparing routes, explore AME (EASA), B.Tech in AME, Commercial Pilot License or BBA in Aviation.
AME CEE Exam Centres Across India
AME CEE 2027 is held at 43 centres. Major cities include Delhi/NCR, Dehradun, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Patna, Ranchi, Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Indore, Bhopal, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kochi and Madurai, plus Port Blair, Srinagar, Jammu and the North-East centres of Agartala, Aizawl and Imphal.
Full list: AME CEE 2027 exam centres.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DGCA AME entrance exam?
There is no single exam called the “DGCA entrance exam”. Admission to DGCA-approved Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) programmes is through a common entrance exam such as AME CEE, accepted by participating institutes. DGCA separately conducts the licensing (module) examinations that candidates take during and after training to obtain an AME licence.
Is AME CEE 2027 compulsory for admission to DGCA AME courses?
AME CEE is a national-level common entrance exam used by participating institutes for AME admissions. Whether it is required depends on the institute, so confirm with the institute or the AME CEE helpdesk before applying.
What is the eligibility for the DGCA AME entrance exam?
For the License programme (AME DGCA), candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, or hold a 3-year engineering diploma. The general age limit is 14 to 28 years at the time of admission, and each candidate may attempt AME CEE a maximum of three times.
What is the AME CEE 2027 exam pattern for 12th PCM students?
The paper has 75 questions worth 300 marks: 25 questions each in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (100 marks per subject). The exam duration is 1 hour.
What is the AME CEE 2027 exam date?
AME CEE 2027 is scheduled for May 2027 (first or second week, in offline or online mode). Applications opened on 1 September 2026 and the last date to apply is 31 March 2027. Check the Important Dates page for updates.
What is the AME CEE 2027 registration fee?
INR 1,200 for male candidates in the General and OBC categories. INR 1,000 for female candidates, SC/ST candidates and candidates from Defence/Navy/Freedom Fighter backgrounds. Payment is online only (debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI).
Which subjects are asked in the AME entrance exam?
For 12th PCM applicants: Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics based on the Class 11 and 12 syllabus. For diploma, B.Tech and 10th applicants: General Awareness, English and an Aptitude / Reasoning test.
Can I get a scholarship through AME CEE 2027?
Yes. Scholarships are awarded on All India Rank, from 10% for every qualified candidate up to 100% of first-semester tuition for ranks 1 to 3 and for 10 Central/State Board toppers. Terms and conditions apply.
Is the AME entrance exam tough?
It is considered moderate for students with strong Class 11 and 12 PCM basics. Solving previous year papers and mock tests under a 1-hour time limit is the most effective preparation.
Where are the AME CEE 2027 exam centres?
The exam is held at 43 centres across India, including Delhi/NCR, Dehradun, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Guwahati and Kochi.
Apply for AME CEE 2027 Today
Registrations are open with scholarships of up to 100%. Apply now or call the helpdesk on +91 83770 06001 / +91 83770 06002, email info@amecee.in, or visit our Noida office at B-1027, Ithum Tower, Plot No. A-40, Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201301. You can also contact us online.
Sources and further reading: Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and Ministry of Civil Aviation.