If you dream of flying, you should start Commercial Pilot Training in Pune soon after completing your 12th standard with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognized board, and after you meet age and medical requirements.
You must be at least 17 years old to begin flight training. Most students start training right after 12th or in the year they turn 17 or 18. Starting early gives you more time to finish ground studies and flying hours. This step helps your training stay fresh and builds confidence. It also means you can complete your Commercial Pilot License (CPL) quicker and be ready for airline jobs earlier.
However, it is important to be ready physically and mentally. Pilot training is intense and involves a lot of hard study, DGCA exams, simulator sessions, and actual flying hours. You will need a medical fitness certificate from a DGCA-approved doctor before you start.
Some students take a gap year after 12th to prepare for entrance tests, save money, or improve fitness and knowledge before joining a flying school. This can also be helpful because commercial pilot training is expensive and demanding. But delaying too long can slow your progress toward a pilot career.