Glossary
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation
Last updated: 6 Jul 2026Reviewed by Ms. Rubab Nizami, Lead AVSEC Faculty
In short
The DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) is India's regulator for aviation safety and airworthiness — licensing, aircraft certification and flight safety. It is distinct from BCAS: DGCA handles safety, BCAS handles security.
- Full form
- Directorate General of Civil Aviation
- Category
- Regulator
- Governed by
- DGCA
Quick answers
What is the difference between DGCA and BCAS?
DGCA regulates aviation safety and airworthiness; BCAS regulates aviation security.