Airports Authority of India (AAI), a Mini Ratna Category-1 Public Sector Enterprise, has released the latest notification for the recruitment of Managers and Junior Executives across various disciplines. Candidates looking for Sarkari Naukri and Upcoming Govt Jobs can find detailed information on rojgar khabar. Under the Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT, a total of 389 posts are available. Interested and eligible candidates must read the complete official notification carefully before applying online. The application process begins on August 8, 2026.
Airports Authority of India (AAI) Manager & JE Recruitment 2026 Details
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT |
| Application Begin | 08.08.2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 07.09.2026 |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 07.09.2026 |
| Exam Date (Computer Based Test) | Will Be Announced Soon |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Update Here Soon |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm from the Airports Authority of India official website.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 1000/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| All Category Female | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| Apprentices (Completed 1 year in AAI) | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| Payment Mode | Pay the Exam Fee through Online Mode Only (Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets). |
Airports Authority of India (AAI) Recruitment 2026: Age Limit as on 07.09.2026
- Maximum Age for Junior Executive Posts: 27 Years.
- Maximum Age for Manager Posts: 32 Years.
- Age Relaxation Extra as per AAI Recruitment Rules: Upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), 10 years for PwBD candidates, and as per guidelines for Ex-servicemen and regular AAI employees.
AAI Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria 2026 : Total 389 Posts
(Below is the highly detailed combined table for Post Name, Category-wise Vacancies, and Eligibility Criteria based on the official PDF)
| Post Name | Vacancy Breakdown | Eligibility Criteria & Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Manager (Engg-Civil) | Total: 145 (UR-62, EWS-14, OBC-38, SC-21, ST-10) | Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Technology in Civil.Experience: 3 years post-qualification work experience in Civil Engineering. |
| Manager (Engg-Elect) | Total: 16 (UR-04, EWS-05, OBC-04, SC-02, ST-01) | Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Technology in Electrical.Experience: 3 years post-qualification work experience in Electrical Engg. |
| Manager (Finance) | Total: 34 (UR-19, EWS-03, OBC-07, SC-04, ST-01) | Qualification: MBA/PGDM with specialization in Finance OR Cost Accountant OR Chartered Accountant OR CFA.Experience: 3 years in Finance & Accounts with ERP/SAP experience. |
| Manager (Information Technology) | Total: 05 (UR-05) | Qualification: Full-time regular B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/ Computer Engg/ IT/ Electronics OR MCA.Experience: 3 years in Database Mgmt, Data Centre, Networking, ERP, or Software Dev. |
| Manager (Architecture) | Total: 04 (UR-03, OBC-01) | Qualification: Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture and registered with Council of Architecture.Experience: 3 years in the field of Architecture. |
| Manager (Law) | Total: 02 (UR-02) | Qualification: Professional Degree in Law (3 yrs or 5 yrs integrated) and enrolled as Advocate in Bar Council of India.Experience: 3 years in the field of Law. |
| Manager (Fire Services) | Total: 14 (UR-08, EWS-01, OBC-03, SC-01, ST-01) | Qualification: Full-time regular B.E./B.Tech in Fire Engg / Mechanical Engg / Automobile Engg. Must have valid Permanent LMV License.Experience: 3 years in Fire Services. |
| Manager (Operations) | Total: 28 (UR-13, EWS-02, OBC-07, SC-04, ST-02) | Qualification: B.Sc + 2-year full-time MBA OR Full-time regular B.E./B.Tech. Must have valid LMV License.Experience: 3 years in Airport Operations / Terminal Mgmt / Airline Ops. |
| Manager (Commercial) | Total: 09 (UR-06, OBC-02, SC-01) | Qualification: Graduate + 2-year full-time MBA with Marketing specialization OR Full-time regular B.E./B.Tech.Experience: 3 years in Marketing / Sales / Business Dev / Contracts. |
| Manager (Corporate Planning & Mgmt Services) | Total: 01 (UR-01) | Qualification: Post Graduate in Mathematical Statistics / Operation Research / Statistics / Applied Stats / Economics with Stats / Mathematics with Stats.Experience: 3 years in Economics/Statistics/Operation Research. |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | Total: 02 (UR-02) | Qualification: Full-time regular Bachelor’s in Mass Comm/Journalism/Literature + PG Degree/Diploma (2 yrs) in Journalism/Mass Media/Mass Comm.Experience: 3 years in Corporate Comm/PR/Branding. |
| Junior Executive (Finance) | Total: 36 (UR-13, EWS-06, OBC-06, SC-05, ST-06) | Qualification: MBA/PGDM with specialization in Finance OR Cost Accountant OR Chartered Accountant OR CFA.Experience: Nil (No experience required). |
| Junior Executive (Law) | Total: 06 (UR-05, SC-01) | Qualification: Professional Degree in Law (3 yrs or 5 yrs integrated) and enrolled as Advocate in Bar Council of India.Experience: Nil (No experience required). |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | Total: 79 (UR-35, EWS-07, OBC-21, SC-11, ST-05) | Qualification: B.Sc + 2-year full-time MBA OR Full-time regular B.E./B.Tech. Must have valid LMV License.Experience: Nil (No experience required). |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | Total: 08 (UR-05, OBC-02, SC-01) | Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Civil OR M.Sc in Geography / Remote Sensing & GIS / Geo-informatics / Geomatics.Experience: Nil (No experience required). |
Note: Final year candidates are ONLY eligible if their final result has been declared on or before the cut-off date (07.09.2026).
Mode of Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Objective Type test for all posts.
- Application Verification: For candidates shortlisted based on CBT performance.
- Physical/Driving Tests: For Manager (Fire Services) only. Includes Physical Measurement Test, Driving Test, and Physical Endurance Test (Running, Casualty Carrying, Pole/Rope/Ladder Climbing).
- Interview: Applicable ONLY for Post Codes 1 to 11 (All Manager level posts). No interview for Junior Executive posts.
- Final Merit List & Medical Examination.
Airports Authority of India Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026
- Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Question Type: Objective Type Questions.
- Language: Bilingual (Hindi and English), except for language-specific tests.
- Negative Marking: There will NOT be any negative marking for wrong answers.
- Detailed AAI Syllabus 2026 for respective posts will be uploaded under the “Syllabus” column of Advt No: 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT on the official AAI website.
How To Apply Online for AAI Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the Airports Authority of India (AAI) Manager & Junior Executive post can submit their application online before 07.09.2026. Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
- Step 1: Visit the official AAI website (www.aai.aero) and navigate to the “CAREERS” tab.
- Step 2: Ensure you meet all the eligibility criteria (Age, Qualification, Experience) as of the cut-off date (07.09.2026). Keep your active Email ID and Mobile Number ready.
- Step 3: Register on the portal using your basic details to generate your Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Step 4: Fill in your personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
- Step 5: Upload scanned digital images of your Photograph (20kb-50kb), Signature (10kb-20kb), Left Thumb Impression (20kb-50kb), and a specific Hand-written Declaration (50kb-100kb) exactly as per the dimensions mentioned in the PDF. You will also need to capture a Live Photograph via webcam/mobile.
- Step 6: Pay the required Application Fee of Rs. 1000/- online (if applicable).
- Step 7: Submit the form and download the e-Receipt and final Application Form printout for future reference.
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Important Questions about AAI Recruitment 2026 (FAQ)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for AAI Manager and Junior Executive Recruitment 2026? Ans: The last date to submit the online application and pay the application fee is 07th September 2026.
Q2: Is there any negative marking in the AAI Computer Based Test (CBT)? Ans: No, according to the official notification, there will not be any negative marking for wrong answers attempted in the Computer Based Test.
Q3: What is the application fee for SC/ST and Women candidates? Ans: SC, ST, PwBD, Women candidates, and eligible AAI Apprentices are fully exempted from paying the application fee (Fee is Nil). General, OBC, and EWS candidates must pay ₹1000/-.
Q4: Do Junior Executive posts require prior work experience? Ans: No. Candidates applying for Junior Executive posts (Finance, Law, Operations, Survey & Cartography) do not need any prior work experience. However, Manager posts require a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience.
Q5: Will there be an interview for Junior Executive posts? Ans: No. The interview phase is exclusively for Managerial posts (Post Codes 1 to 11). Junior Executives are selected based on their CBT performance and subsequent application verification.
