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Silver Oak College of Aviation Technology (SOCAT)
Silver Oak College of Aviation Technology (SOCAT)
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Silver Oak College of Aviation Technology (SOCAT) is a DGCA Govt. of India approved college. It is a constituent college of Silver Oak University. Silver Oak University was established in 2009 as an affiliated college.
It offers courses like Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (License Course), Cabin Crew & Airport Management (BBA/MBA Aviation. It’s a part of Silver Oak Group of Institutes acclaim for highest academic standards, diverse educational programmes, distinguished faculty, illustrious alumni, varied curricular activities and modern infrastructure. Our Goal is to provide high quality manpower in all the departments of Aviation Industry.
SOCAT is well equipped with advanced Avionics lab (Electrical System, Instrument System & Radio Navigation), Mechanical lab (Airframe & Jet Engine), General Engineering Workshop, Composite, Battery & NDT Shop & Wind Tunnel set up as per latest aviation industry requirements along with a Mock aircraft cabin and live Airport Environment in order to provide practical exposure for our students
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Courses
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME)
The Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) course at Silver Oak College of Aviation Technology (SOCAT), a part of Silver Oak University in Ahmedabad, is a DGCA-approved professional aviation program that trains students to become skilled Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs). Over 3 years (2400 hours), the course blends theoretical learning with extensive practical training on real aircraft systems and components, preparing graduates to inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair mechanical or avionics aircraft systems for safe and efficient operations in airlines, maintenance organisations, and aerospace industries.
Cabin Crew & Airport Management
The Cabin Crew & Airport Management certificate program at Silver Oak College of Aviation Technology (SOCAT), Silver Oak University is a training course aimed at preparing students for roles in airline cabin service, airport operations, and customer handling. It provides industry-aligned instruction, practical grooming, communication skills, and professional development to help learners pursue careers such as cabin crew, passenger service agent, and airport guest relations executive in the aviation and travel industries.
BBA Aviation Management
BBA Aviation is undergraduate programme that deals with subjects like Human resources, accounting, marketing, & study about airport & aviation Industry Working. Also study about Airport Security, passenger forecasting. After completion students can work in various job profiles at airport. During the study of three years’ students gets knowledge about Aviation & Airport Industry Working.
Course Fees₹2,10,000
AME with B.Tech Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering
A four-year integrated curriculum combining the DGCA Aircraft Maintenance Engineering licence pathway with a B.Tech in Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering.
MBA Aviation Management
A two-year postgraduate management programme covering airline and airport operations, aviation business and industry practice.
Course Fees₹1,80,000
Ground Classes for Commercial Pilot Licence
Theory preparation for the DGCA Commercial Pilot Licence examinations. Flying hours must be logged separately at a DGCA-approved Flight Training Organisation.
DGCA Approved Drone Training
DGCA-approved remote pilot training delivered with Doctor Drone Industries, an authorised Remote Pilot Organisation.
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Facilities and Services
| University | A constituent college of Silver Oak University, Ahmedabad, which holds NAAC Grade A |
| DGCA Approval | DGCA, Government of India approved for the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering licence course |
| Aircraft & Mock Cabins | Fully functional aircraft and mock cabins, including a Learjet and an HPT-32 trainer, for real aircraft exposure |
| Laboratories | Avionics labs with radio navigation instruments; mechanical labs with airframe, jet engines, composite and NDT shops; and a wind tunnel |
| Drone Training | DGCA-approved drone training delivered with Doctor Drone Industries, an authorised Remote Pilot Organisation |
| Programme Breadth | AME licence, AME with B.Tech Aeronautical/Aerospace, cabin crew and airport management, BBA and MBA Aviation, and CPL ground classes |
FAQ's
What does SOCAT cost?
SOCAT does not publish a consolidated fee table. Third-party listings put BBA Aviation at around Rs.2,10,000 total tuition and the MBA at around Rs.1,80,000, with hostel at approximately Rs.1,98,000 and a one-time admission fee of Rs.1,500. No public figure exists for the AME licence course - request it directly.
Is SOCAT DGCA approved?
Yes, SOCAT is a DGCA, Government of India approved college for the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering licence course, and is a constituent college of Silver Oak University.
What aircraft and labs are on campus?
Fully functional aircraft and mock cabins including a Learjet and an HPT-32 trainer, avionics laboratories with radio navigation instruments, mechanical laboratories with airframe, jet engine, composite and NDT shops, and a wind tunnel. The wind tunnel in particular is uncommon at AME-focused colleges.
What programmes does SOCAT offer?
Seven: the AME licence course; AME combined with B.Tech Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering; Cabin Crew & Airport Management; BBA Aviation Management; MBA Aviation Management; ground classes for the Commercial Pilot Licence; and DGCA-approved drone training.
What is the drone training programme?
DGCA-approved remote pilot training delivered with Doctor Drone Industries, an authorised Remote Pilot Organisation. Few aviation colleges in India currently offer a DGCA-approved drone certification alongside conventional programmes.
Does SOCAT train pilots?
It offers ground classes for the Commercial Pilot Licence - the theory component - not flight training. Flying hours must be logged at a DGCA-approved Flight Training Organisation.
How does the AME with B.Tech route work?
A four-year curriculum combining the DGCA AME licence pathway with a B.Tech in Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering, so students finish with both. Confirm how the DGCA module timetable fits alongside the degree semesters.
Where is the campus?
Silver Oak University, opposite Bhagwat Vidyapith, S.G. Road, Gota, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 382481.
What are SOCAT's ratings?
There is no separate Google listing for the aviation college. The parent Silver Oak University holds 4.0 from 4,074 Google reviews as of August 2026, but that covers the entire multi-faculty university - engineering, computer applications, management and others - not the aviation college specifically. Treat it as a campus-level signal only.
What should I compare it against?
Ahmedabad has several aviation options including Indus Institute of Aviation Technology & Engineering, which has a Boeing 737-200 on campus. Compare on aircraft and lab access for your specific stream, published fees, and which DGCA categories each is actually approved for.
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