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IndiGo cabin crew requirements
The hard filters IndiGo 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 uniform. Like most of the 59 airlines we index, nothing may show while you are in uniform.
Languages
English + Hindi
Fluent English and Hindi; regional languages are helpful.
Education
10+2 (higher secondary) minimum; freshers typically must be aged 18-27.
Also required
Medical, swimming & documents
Minimum height ~155 cm for women with BMI in prescribed range; clear complexion criteria (no visible scars/blemishes per published standards); Indian passport; medical fitness per DGCA norms.
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Stricter or softer than its rivals?
| Airline | Min age | Reach | Visible tattoos |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 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 IndiGo cabin crew?
IndiGo asks for a minimum height of 155 cm.
Can you join IndiGo cabin crew with tattoos?
No tattoos visible in uniform. Covered tattoos are not a problem; anything showing in uniform is.
What age do you need to be to apply to IndiGo?
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 IndiGo's official careers page before ruling yourself out.