2025 IndiGo Pilot Salary in India: Full Breakdown by Rank

IndiGo Pilot Salary 2025: JFO to Captain Pay Scale Explained

Have you ever wondered how much does Pilot at IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation) earns in India? In 2025, IndiGo continues to be one of the most active recruiters of cadet pilots and experienced flight crew, and it is also one of the major airlines in India, holding a market share of more than 60% in India. This article breaks down the salary structure of a Pilot from a fresh Junior First Officer (JFO) to a full-fledged Captain, including perks, allowances, and real-life insights.

1. Junior First Officer (JFO):

A JFO is a freshly trained cadet pilot who has recently cleared their Type Rating and is now flying under supervision. As of 2025, a JFO at IndiGo earns between ₹90,000 to ₹1.2 lakh per month in-hand. This amount may vary depending on the number of flying hours, base location, and any training-related deductions.

Although this salary might seem modest at first, it steadily increases with hours flown and after Line Release completion.

2.  First Officer (FO):

Once the pilot has completed around 500–800 hours and is line-released, they are upgraded to First Officer. The FO salary in IndiGo ranges from ₹2.5 to ₹3.5 lakh per month. This includes flying pay, fixed salary, and other allowances.

Additional income includes meal allowances, layover expenses (for overnight stops), and bonuses based on company performance or seniority.

3. Senior First Officer (SFO):

After around 1,500–2,000 total flying hours, the pilot is eligible to be promoted to Senior First Officer. An SFO earns around ₹4.5 to ₹5.5 lakh per month in 2025. The jump in salary reflects more responsibilities and higher flight time.

This role prepares the pilot for future command upgrades and involves handling more critical flight phases, especially in challenging airports.

4. Captain:

A Captain is the pilot in command and is responsible for the aircraft, crew, and passengers. At IndiGo in 2025, Captains earn anywhere between ₹6.5 lakh to ₹8.5 lakh per month before taxes. This varies with seniority, aircraft type (A320/A321), and route type (domestic vs international).

In addition to salary, Captains receive benefits such as additional insurance, extended layover perks, priority rosters, and, in some cases, performance-based bonuses.

Career Progression Overview

• JFO – ₹90,000 to ₹1.2 lakh/month
• FO – ₹2.5 to ₹3.5 lakh/month
• SFO – ₹4.5 to ₹5.5 lakh/month
• Captain – ₹6.5 to ₹8.5 lakh/month

These figures are estimates based on available data, cadet feedback, and airline norms. Actual salaries may differ slightly depending on variables like flight hours, training costs, location, and individual contracts. And all these salaries mentioned are before taxes; after taxes, they will be less than this.

Other Benefits & Perks allowances:

• Free/reduced air travel for self and family,
• Health insurance and medical check reimbursements,
• Annual leave with travel allowance,
• Uniform and iPad allowances, and many more.

 Final Thoughts:

Becoming a pilot in IndiGo is not just a high-paying job; it’s a long-term career path with clear progression. While the early stages, like JFO, may seem modest, salary scales up significantly as you gain hours and experience. If you're considering a cadet program or are already on the path, know that IndiGo offers stable growth, structured promotions, and competitive pay in India's booming aviation sector. Currently, they are improving their International sector, also giving competition to other Major airlines like Air India.

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