• Valid Private Pilot Licence (PPL) or Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL).
• Certain number of flight hours as per CASA requirements.
• Medical certificate (Class 1 or Class 2, depending on the type of operations).

The theoretical component covers various subjects essential for IFR operations, including:

Meteorology

• Understanding weather patterns, cloud types, and weather phenomena.
• Interpretation of meteorological reports and forecasts.

Flight Planning

• IFR flight planning, including alternate aerodromes and fuel requirements.
• Use of aeronautical charts and documents.

Air Law

• Regulations pertaining to IFR operations.
• Understanding of controlled and uncontrolled airspace.

Navigation

• Radio navigation aids (VOR, NDB, DME, GPS).
• Use of navigation equipment and techniques for IFR navigation.

Human Factors

• Decision-making under IFR.
• Managing stress and workload.

Aircraft Instruments and Systems

• Understanding of flight instruments.
• Aircraft systems relevant to IFR operations.

Instrument Procedures

• Departure, en-route, and approach procedures.
• Holding patterns and missed approach procedures.

Use of flight simulators to practice IFR procedures and emergency scenarios

• Theory Exam: Written test covering the theoretical knowledge subjects.
• Flight Test: Practical test conducted by a CASA-approved examiner to assess proficiency in IFR flying

If the IR is to be endorsed for multi-engine aircraft, additional training specific to multi-engine operations under IFR is required. This includes:

• Engine-out procedures
• Asymmetric flight and handling

The duration of an Instrument Rating course can vary depending on the training provider and the student's progress. It typically ranges from several weeks to a few months