To study Aeronautical Engineering at Ernakulam, a candidate should have completed 10+2 schooling with PCM subjects as core disciplines. A majority of colleges set a minimum combined score of 50-60% in PCM, although that percentage may increase or decrease in accordance with different institutions. Eligibility is predominantly through entrance examinations like JEE Main, engineering entrance tests organized by state level, or exams conducted by university level. Certain colleges also make direct admissions on the basis of merit. Diploma holders in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering are also eligible to apply for lateral entry into the second year of the program.
Aside from educational qualifications, candidates should have specific medical and physical fitness criteria since aeronautical engineering requires hands-on application in aircraft design, maintenance, and aerospace technology. Good analytical skills, solid mathematics background, and passion for aviation technology are requirements. Interviewing or counseling might also be performed by some schools as part of their process in determining whether students have aptitude for the discipline.