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Indigo Airlines is currently in crisis. Thousands of its flights have been cancelled. This has put its crew and pilots in the limelight. But do you know the salary of the pilot of this airline?
The country’s largest domestic airline IndiGo is facing a crisis these days. Over the past four days, between December 2 and 6, thousands of its flights across the country have been canceled and many are running significantly behind schedule. The airline is working to handle the situation.
The airline posted on Instagram, expressing its condolences to those affected and saying it would refund the full amount of the canceled flights to their accounts. The crisis is also due to the dissatisfaction of crew members and pilots. In this news, let’s know how much the pilots of this company, which holds about 60% of the country’s airline sector, get paid.
When it comes to pilot salaries, IndiGo Airlines is one of the most competitive and profitable employers in the aviation industry. The company offers excellent salary packages for both entry-level pilots and experienced captains till 2025. Salaries depend on many factors, including experience, total flight hours, rank and non-flying responsibilities, such as training or mentoring new pilots. Salaries also vary by post, with first officers having a different pay scale and captains having a different pay structure.
At the top of IndiGo’s crew aviation, the first officer is the co-pilot who works alongside the Captain during the flight. They handle various cockpit responsibilities, communicate with air traffic control, and ensure passenger safety. This is usually an introductory role for new commercial pilots, especially those coming from a cadet program or with some prior flying experience. In 2025, a first officer’s salary is estimated to be around ₹1.5 lakh to ₹2.5 lakh per month, or ₹18 lakh to ₹30 lakh per year.
In 2025, a Captain can earn ₹5 lakh to ₹10 lakh per month, or ₹60 lakh to ₹1.2 crore per year. This equates to approximately $70,000 to $140,000.
Being a pilot in IndiGo is not only a good earning opportunity but also a chance to build a stable and fulfilling career. IndiGo, by 2025, provides pilots with a complete package that supports them in their work, personal life and career. IndiGo believes that a happy and safe crew leads to better performance.
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December 06, 2025 5:35 PM IST