DGCA Announces OLODE for AME & FC – Session 08 of 2025
DGCA has issued a public notice officially (E-file No. DGCA-19012/47/2019-CEO-DGCA, dated 04 November 2025) that ushered in the Online On-Demand Examination (OLODE) for the pair of Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) and Flight Dispatcher (FC) during Session 08 of 2025.
You might want to know the following— significant dates, application procedures, and essential ways to get the upper hand.
Key Dates & Session Details
| Category | Portal Opens For Application | Exam Dates | Notes |
| AME (Session 08/2025) | 06 November 2025 to 10 November 2025 | Exam date: 19 November 2025 Pariksha | Online on-demand format |
| FC (Session 08/2025) | 07 November 2025 to 11 November 2025 | Exam date: 20–21 November 2025 Pariksha | Select slot/time as per availability |
- The exams will be held across major cities: New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Bengaluru.
- Seats are limited and will be allotted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Who Can Apply & How
- Candidates who possess their computer number and registration on the DGCA Pariksha portal (https://pariksha.dgca.gov.in) are eligible for the exam.
- The application must be submitted online through the portal along with the required fee (the fee details can be found in the user manual that is uploaded on the portal).
- Consider the user manual very well before submitting your application — it has crucial information about uploads, payment of fees, selection of slots etc.
- Final deadline: 2200 hrs on the closing date is the time by which applications must be submitted.
Why This Matters for You
- The OLODE format offers flexibility: You get to pick the date & time slot (subject to availability), rather than a fixed exam schedule. This makes planning easier.
- For many AME/FC aspirants, the online on-demand mode means quicker access to exams, faster licensing progress and less waiting.
- Because seats are limited and it’s first-come, first-served, timing is crucial — apply promptly to secure your preferred date/centre.
- Make sure your registration (computer number, portal account) is completed well before the application window opens.
Important Tips & Reminders
- Use a desktop or laptop for applying rather than mobile —to avoid glitches during document upload or payment.
- Before you hit “submit”: check that all required documents are clear, correctly named and uploaded in the correct format as specified in the user manual.
- Choose your exam centre and slot carefully —consider travel time, your training schedule and other commitments.
- After submission, keep all confirmations, receipts and portal snapshots saved,in case you need them later.
- Regularly check the “Notice Board” on the portal for any last-minute changes or updates.
- If you miss this session, plan for the next one —but don’t rely on that.With limited seats and flexible slots, many candidates will apply early.
Final Thought
If you’re an AME or FC aspirant gearing up for your licence, this DGCA announcement is your cue to take action now. The flexibility of on-demand exams is a good change — but with limited slots and key dates looming, procrastination isn’t an option. Register, read the manual, pick your slot, and lock your place.
