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Air India cabin crew requirements
The hard filters Air India applies before a recruiter reads your CV — age, reach, tattoos, languages and documents, with how strict each one is compared to the rest of the industry.
Minimum age
18 years
Most carriers set 18; Gulf and US majors usually 21.
Height & reach
155 cm min
Reach matters more than height: you must access the emergency equipment overhead.
Tattoos
Nothing visible in uniform
No tattoos visible in any uniform variant. Like most of the 59 airlines we index, nothing may show while you are in uniform.
Languages
English + Hindi
Fluent English and Hindi; additional international languages are an advantage for long-haul cabins.
Education
10+2 minimum; hospitality or degree qualifications preferred; freshers generally aged 18-27.
Also required
Medical, swimming & documents
Minimum height ~155 cm for women with BMI in range; Indian passport with ability to obtain US/Schengen crew visas; DGCA medical fitness; swimming ability.
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Stricter or softer than its rivals?
| Airline | Min age | Reach | Visible tattoos |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air India | 18 | 155 cm height | Not allowed |
| Singapore Airlines | 18 | 158 cm height | Not allowed |
| Cathay Pacific | 18 | 208 cm | Not allowed |
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | 18 | — | Not allowed |
| Japan Airlines | 18 | — | Not allowed |
| Korean Air | 18 | 208 cm | Not allowed |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum height for Air India cabin crew?
Air India asks for a minimum height of 155 cm.
Can you join Air India cabin crew with tattoos?
No tattoos visible in any uniform variant. Covered tattoos are not a problem; anything showing in uniform is.
What age do you need to be to apply to Air India?
The minimum is 18. There is no published upper limit at most carriers, and experienced applicants in their 30s and 40s are hired regularly.
Requirements change without notice — tattoo and grooming rules in particular have been relaxed at several airlines since 2022. Always confirm on Air India's official careers page before ruling yourself out.