The Airports Authority of India has officially released the AAI recruitment 2026 notification for junior executive & manager posts, inviting eligible graduates and postgraduates to apply. This recruitment drive aims to fill 389 vacancies across various specialized disciplines, including civil engineering, electrical engineering, fire services, law, finance, and more.
Interested candidates can submit their application forms online through the official portal at https://aai.aero from 8th August to 7th September 2026. The selection of qualified candidates will be conducted through a computer-based test (CBT) followed by an interview/physical exam (depending on the specific post requirements).
AAI Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
The official AAI Notification Advt PDF No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT is now available on the official Airports Authority of India (AAI) website at https://www.aai.aero/. The notification outlines all critical dates, vacancy breakdowns, eligibility criteria, exam patterns, and guidelines. Applicants are strongly advised to thoroughly review the complete details before submitting their applications.
AAI Recruitment Notification 2026 PDF (Official) – Download Here
AAI Recruitment 2026- overview
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) operates as a premier Government of India public sector enterprise with Mini Ratna Category-I status, entrusted with developing, upgrading, maintaining, and managing civil aviation infrastructure nationwide. For this recruitment cycle, AAI is filling a total of 389 vacancies for Junior Executive and Manager positions across multiple departments.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Post Name | Junior Executive and Manager |
| Vacancies | 389 |
| Advt. No. | 12/2026/CHQ/DR‐CBT |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 8th August to 7th September 2026 |
| Application Fee | UR - Rs. 1000/- SC, ST, PwBD, Women – Nil |
| Selection Process | CBT Exam Interview/Physical Exam (Post-wise) |
| Salary | Manager - Rs. 60000/- ‐ 3% ‐ 180000/- Junior Executive - Rs 40000/- ‐ 3% ‐ 140000/- |
| Official Website | https://www.aai.aero/ |
AAI Junior Executive & Manager Vacancy 2026
The newly released AAI Notification 2026 announces 389 vacancies for Manager and Junior Executive roles across diverse technical and administrative disciplines. A detailed category-wise distribution of these vacancies is provided below.
- Manager – 260 vacancies
- Junior Executive – 129 vacancies
| Post Name | Total | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manager (Engg-Civil) | 145 | 62 | 14 | 38 | 21 | 10 |
| Manager (Engg-Elect) | 16 | 04 | 05 | 04 | 02 | 01 |
| Manager (Finance) | 34 | 19 | 03 | 07 | 04 | 01 |
| Manager (Information Technology) | 05 | 05 | - | - | - | - |
| Manager (Architecture) | 04 | 03 | - | 01 | - | - |
| Manager (Law) | 02 | 02 | - | - | - | - |
| Manager (Fire Services) | 14 | 08 | 01 | 03 | 01 | 01 |
| Manager (Operations) | 28 | 13 | 02 | 07 | 04 | 02 |
| Manager (Commercial) | 09 | 06 | - | 02 | 01 | - |
| Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | 01 | 01 | - | - | - | - |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | 02 | 02 | - | - | - | - |
| Junior Executive (Finance) | 36 | 13 | 06 | 06 | 05 | 06 |
| Junior Executive (Law) | 06 | 05 | - | - | 01 | - |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | 79 | 35 | 07 | 21 | 11 | 05 |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | 08 | 05 | - | 02 | 01 | - |
| Total | 389 | 183 | 38 | 91 | 51 | 26 |
AAI Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
According to the official schedule, the online application and fee payment window for AAI recruitment opens on 8th August 2026 and remains active until 7th September 2026. Official updates regarding the examination dates will be published here as soon as they are announced.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 22nd July 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 8th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 7th September 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 7th September 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
Eligibility Criteria for the AAI Junior Executive & Manager
Eligibility criteria vary by position. Candidates must carefully verify their required educational qualifications and age limits prior to applying.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Manager (Engg-Civil) | Candidates must have completed a bachelor's degree in engineering/technology plus 3 years of experience |
| Manager (Engg-Elect) | Candidates must have completed a bachelor's degree in engineering/technology in electrical plus 3 years of experience |
| Manager (Finance) | Must possess MBA (Finance) / PGDM (Finance) / CA / ICWA / CFA + 3 years of experience |
| Manager (Information Technology) | Passed B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics or MCA + 3 years of experience |
| Manager (Architecture) | Candidates must have completed a bachelor's degree in architecture (registered with Council of Architecture) + 3 years' experience |
| Manager (Law) | Professional Degree in Law (3 or 5 years) + 3 years experience |
| Manager (Fire Services) | B.E./B.Tech in Fire/Mechanical/Automobile Engineering + 3 years experience |
| Manager (Operations) | Science Graduate with MBA or B.E./B.Tech + 3 years experience |
| Manager (Commercial) | Graduate with MBA (Marketing) or B.E./B.Tech + 3 years experience |
| Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | Post Graduate in Statistics / Operations Research / Mathematics with Statistics / Economics + 3 years experience |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication / Journalism / Literature + PG Degree/Diploma + 3 years experience |
| Junior Executive (Finance) | Must have completed MBA (Finance) / PGDM (Finance) / CA / ICWA / CFA |
| Junior Executive (Law) | Professional Degree in Law (3 or 5 years) |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | Science Graduate with MBA or B.E./B.Tech |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil or Master's in Science in Geography/Remote Sensing/GIS/Geoinformatics/Geomatics |
Age Limit (As on 7/09/2026)
- Manager - 18 to 32 years
- Junior Executive - 18 to 27 years
| Categoy | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
Is Experience Required for AAI Manager Recruitment 2026?
Yes, applicants for Manager posts must possess 3 years of relevant professional experience in their respective fields or disciplines.
AAI Apply Online Form 2026
The online application process will begin on 8th August 2026 at the official website, https://www.aai.aero/. Eligible candidates should complete their registration, upload necessary documents, pay the application fee, and submit their forms successfully. It is recommended to keep all essential documents ready beforehand.
AAI Application Fee 2026
Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of Rs. 1000/- while submitting their online application form. Payments can be securely processed online using debit cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), credit cards, net banking, IMPS, or mobile wallets.
Candidates belonging to the SC, ST, PwBD, and female categories, along with AAI Apprentices who have successfully completed one year of apprenticeship training at AAI, are completely exempted from paying the application fee.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Category | Rs. 1000/‐ |
Documents Required for Application Form
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- Experience certificate (where applicable)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD)
- Valid email ID and mobile number
- Identity proof
Important Instructions for Photograph and Signature
| Document | File Format | Dimensions | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG/JPEG | 200 × 230 pixels | 20 KB - 50 KB |
| Live Photograph | Captured through Webcam/Mobile | Passport-size | Auto Upload |
| Signature | JPG/JPEG | 140 × 60 pixels | 10 KB - 20 KB |
| Left Thumb Impression | JPG/JPEG | 240 × 240 pixels | 20 KB - 50 KB |
| Handwritten Declaration | JPG/JPEG | 800 × 400 pixels | 50 KB - 100 KB |
How to Apply Online for AAI Recruitment 2026?
- Go to the official website of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) https://aai.aero/.
- On the homepage, click on the Careers option.
- Click on the recruitment advert. of “Direct Recruitment of Managers and Junior Executives in various disciplines under Advt. No: 12/2026/CHQ/DR‐CBT”.
- Click on the registration link appearing against the notification.
- Fill the registration form by providing personal details, including name, valid mobile number, email ID, and other details.
- Fill out the application forms and provide educational and other details.
- Upload the requisite documents like a passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed dimensions.
- Pay the required application fee as per category through online mode.
- Download the AAI Application Form 2026 and take a printout for future reference.
The comprehensive selection process for Manager and Junior Executive positions comprises the following key stages.
| Post Name | Selection Stages |
|---|---|
| Manager Posts (except Fire Services) | Computer-Based Test (CBT) Interview Document Verification Medical Examination |
| Manager (Fire Services) | Computer-Based Test (CBT) Physical Measurement Test (PMT) Driving Test Physical Endurance Test (PET) Document Verification Medical Examination |
| Junior Executive Posts | Computer-Based Test (CBT) Document Verification Medical Examination |
- For the posts of Manager (Airport Operations) and Junior Executive (Airport Operations), a light motor vehicle licence is important. A temporary license will not be accepted
- Candidates shortlisted for the post of Manager (Fire Services) shall be required to produce a valid permanent light motor vehicle licence
- Candidates applying for Manager (Fire Services) must qualify the Physical Endurance Test (PET), which includes running, casualty carrying (lifting and carrying a sandbag), pole climbing, rope climbing, and full ladder climbing & descending.
AAI Junior Executive Exam Structure 2026
The AAI Junior Executive Examination carries a total of 150 marks, with a strict time limit of 2 hours. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers. The computer-based test is administered bilingually in both Hindi and English, excluding the specific language proficiency tests.
| Subjects | No. of questions/marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 40/ 40 |
120 minutes |
| General Awareness | 35/ 35 | |
| English Comprehension | 35/ 35 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40/ 40 | |
| Total | 150/ 150 |
AAI Junior Executive Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 - Click to Check
AAI Junior Executive & Manager Salary
Candidates selected as Junior Executives receive lucrative compensation packages, including Dearness Allowance (DA), perks equivalent to 35% of Basic Pay, House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other admissible benefits. The estimated annual Cost to Company (CTC) is approximately Rs. 14 Lakhs for Junior Executives and around Rs. 21 Lakhs for Manager positions.
| Posts Name | Pay Scale | Approximate CTC |
|---|---|---|
| Manager [Group- A, E-3 level] | Rs. 60000/- ‐ 3% ‐ 180000/- | Rs. 21 lakh |
| Junior Executive [Group- B, E‐1 level] | Rs 40000/- ‐ 3% ‐ 140000/- | Rs. 14 lakh |
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The AAI Recruitment 2026 Notification has been officially released for Junior Executive and Manager posts.
The AAI Notification 2026 announces a total of 389 openings, including 260 Manager posts and 129 Junior Executive posts.
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