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How to apply to Air India
Where Air India recruitment stands today, what to prepare before you touch the form, and every stage between the application and the offer call.
Large continuous recruitment across Indian metros through 2026 for both fresher and experienced crew as new wide-bodies arrive; separate tracks for Air India and Air India Express.
The application, stage by stage
- 01
Apply online or attend an announced recruitment drive with CV, photos and educational documents.
- 02
On-site screening: height, BMI, grooming and document verification.
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Group dynamics and English communication assessment.
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Personal interview with inflight services recruiters.
- 05
Offer, DGCA-standard medicals and background checks, then initial training at the Air India training academy before line flying.
Prepare these before you apply
A one-page cabin crew CV
Screened in seconds, often by software first. Lead with customer-facing experience and state languages honestly.
Build one free →Documents and right to work
Passport validity, work authorisation and education certificates get checked early — have scans ready.
CV & photo guide →Assessment day readiness
The group exercise eliminates more candidates than the interview. Know how assessors score behaviour before you walk in.
Assessment day guide →Hindi and English
Air India requires Hindi alongside English, which narrows the field considerably — make your level obvious on the CV.
Practise real questions →Check you qualify before you apply to Air India
Answer five questions about your age, reach, tattoos, languages and documents — we check them against every airline's published requirements and show you exactly where you stand.
Frequently asked questions
Is Air India hiring cabin crew right now?
Actively hiring. Large continuous recruitment across Indian metros through 2026 for both fresher and experienced crew as new wide-bodies arrive; separate tracks for Air India and Air India Express.
How long does the Air India application process take?
Expect roughly 4-12 weeks from application to a decision, plus training and — for international bases — visa processing before your first flight. Silence beyond about six weeks usually means an unsuccessful file.
What documents do I need to apply to Air India?
A one-page CV, a passport with unrestricted travel, education certificates and proof of any languages you claim. Minimum height ~155 cm for women with BMI in range; Indian passport with ability to obtain US/Schengen crew visas; DGCA medical fitness; swimming ability.