Students who have taken a gap year after completing their 10th-grade education are eligible to apply for the Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) program, as long as they meet the basic eligibility criteria. The gap year may have been used for various purposes, such as gaining work experience, preparing for entrance exams, or personal reasons.
Many institutions do not penalize candidates for taking a gap year, focusing instead on their academic qualifications and overall potential. Applicants are encouraged to be transparent about their gap year in their application and to demonstrate their commitment to pursuing a career in aircraft maintenance engineering.