🚁 Recruitment of Civil Helicopter Pilot for Bell 429 Helicopter – A Golden Opportunity from the Government of Punjab

 

🚁 Recruitment of Civil Helicopter Pilot for Bell 429 Helicopter – A Golden Opportunity from the Government of Punjab

Chandigarh, Punjab (2025) – The Department of Civil Aviation, Government of Punjab, has officially announced the recruitment of a Senior Pilot for its Bell 429 Helicopter. Eligible and experienced candidates are invited to apply for this prestigious position, offering an excellent salary package and career prospects in public aviation.

---

✅ Salary and Allowances

• Monthly Fixed Salary: ₹4,80,000 (Four Lakh Eighty Thousand Rupees)

• Annual Increment: 4% yearly salary escalation

• Fixed House Rent Allowance (HRA): ₹25,000 per month

• Mobile Allowance: ₹2,000 per month

---

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must fulfill the following mandatory qualifications:

• Possession of a valid Commercial Helicopter Pilot Licence (CHPL) or Airline Transport Pilot Licence (Helicopter) – ALTP (H)

• Must hold a valid Class 1 Medical Certificate

• Minimum 3000 hours of flying experience in helicopters

• Candidates should meet all DGCA regulations related to age, medical fitness, and operational proficiency

---

🏛 Selection Process

• Selection will be carried out by the Departmental Selection Committee

• The decision of the Selection Committee/Government will be final and binding

---

📨 How to Apply

• Interested candidates should send their detailed bio-data, along with attested photocopies of certificates, licenses, and experience documents to the following address via Registered Post:

  DIRECTOR,
  DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL AVIATION,
  GOVERNMENT OF PUNJAB,
  ROOM NO. 13–15, 17 BAYS BUILDING,
  SECTOR 17-D, CHANDIGARH – 160017

• Deadline: Applications must reach within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement

• Closing Date: 23rd October 2025

---

📌 Important Note

This is a high-responsibility, technical post requiring excellent aviation skills, experience, and professional conduct. Candidates should demonstrate a strong track record in safe and efficient helicopter operations.

---

This position offers a unique opportunity to serve in a high-profile role under the Government of Punjab’s aviation wing — a prestigious career path for experienced helicopter pilots.