AAI Recruitment 2026 Short Summary:
Airports Authority of India (AAI), a Mini Ratna Category-1 Public Sector Enterprise, has officially released Advt No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT for direct recruitment of 389 Managers and Junior Executives across Civil, Electrical, Finance, IT, Law, Operations, Commercial, and Fire Services disciplines. Online application opens on 08 August 2026 and closes on 07 September 2026.
1. AAI Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights & Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Airports Authority of India (AAI / भारतीय विमानपत्तन प्राधिकरण) |
|---|---|
| Organization Status | Schedule ‘A’ Mini Ratna – Category 1 Public Sector Enterprise under Ministry of Civil Aviation |
| Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT |
| Post Names | Manager (Group-A, E-3 Level) & Junior Executive (Group-B, E-1 Level) |
| Total Vacancies | 389 Posts (Manager: 283 | Junior Executive: 106) |
| Approximate Annual CTC | Manager: ₹21 Lakhs/annum | Junior Executive: ₹14 Lakhs/annum |
| Job Location | All India Airports & Civil Aviation Units |
| Application Dates | 08 August 2026 to 07 September 2026 |
| Official Website | www.aai.aero |
2. Post-Wise Vacancy & Reservation Breakup
Below is the complete discipline-wise breakup of 389 Manager and Junior Executive vacancies:
| Code | Post Name | Total | UR | EWS | OBC(NCL) | SC | ST | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manager (Engg-Civil) | 145 | 62 | 14 | 38 | 21 | 10 | 08 |
| 2 | Manager (Engg-Elect) | 16 | 04 | 05 | 04 | 02 | 01 | 02 |
| 3 | Manager (Finance) | 34 | 19 | 03 | 07 | 04 | 01 | 04 |
| 4 | Manager (Information Technology) | 05 | 05 | - | - | - | - | 02 |
| 5 | Manager (Architecture) | 04 | 03 | - | 01 | - | - | 01 |
| 6 | Manager (Law) | 02 | 02 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 7 | Manager (Fire Services) | 14 | 08 | 01 | 03 | 01 | 01 | - |
| 8 | Manager (Operations) | 28 | 13 | 02 | 07 | 04 | 02 | 01 |
| 9 | Manager (Commercial) | 09 | 06 | - | 02 | 01 | - | 01 |
| 10 | Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | 01 | 01 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 | Manager (Corporate Communications) | 02 | 02 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 | Junior Executive (Finance) | 36 | 13 | 06 | 06 | 05 | 06 | 02 |
| 13 | Junior Executive (Law) | 06 | 05 | - | - | 01 | - | - |
| 14 | Junior Executive (Operations) | 79 | 35 | 07 | 21 | 11 | 05 | 03 |
| 15 | Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | 08 | 05 | - | 02 | 01 | - | 01 |
| TOTAL VACANCIES | 389 | 178 | 38 | 112 | 52 | 25 | 26 | |
3. Educational Qualifications & Work Experience Requirements
| Post Name | Essential Qualification | Minimum Required Work Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Manager (Civil / Elect / Fire) | Full-time Bachelor's Degree in B.E / B.Tech in relevant Engineering discipline | 03 Years post-qualification work experience in relevant field |
| Manager (Finance) | MBA (Finance) / PG Diploma in Finance / Cost Accountant (CMA) / CA / CFA | 03 Years post-qualification work experience in Finance & Accounts with SAP/ERP |
| Manager (Information Technology) | B.E / B.Tech in Computer Science / IT / Electronics OR Master in Computer Applications (MCA) | 03 Years experience in Database Management, Networking, ERP or Web Development as Team Lead |
| Manager (Architecture) | Full-time Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (B.Arch) registered with Council of Architecture | 03 Years experience in Architecture field |
| Manager (Law) | Professional Degree in Law (3 years after graduation OR 5 years integrated LL.B after 10+2) | 03 Years experience in Law field & eligible for Bar Council enrollment |
| Manager (Operations) | B.Sc in Science + 2 Years Full-Time MBA OR Full-Time B.E / B.Tech Degree | 03 Years experience in Airport Airside Operations / Terminal Management / Ground Handling |
| Junior Executive (Finance) | MBA (Finance) / PGDM (Finance) / CA / Cost Accountant (CMA) / CFA | NIL (No Experience Required) |
| Junior Executive (Law) | Professional Degree in Law (3 years regular course after graduation OR 5 years integrated course) | NIL (No Experience Required) |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | Graduate in Science with 2 years full-time MBA OR Full-time B.E / B.Tech in any discipline | NIL (No Experience Required) |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | B.E / B.Tech Civil OR M.Sc Geography / Remote Sensing / GIS / Geoinformatics | NIL (No Experience Required) |
4. Age Limit, Relaxation & Pay Scale (IDA Pattern)
A. Upper Age Limit (As on 07.09.2026)
- Manager (Group-A): Maximum 32 Years
- Junior Executive (Group-B): Maximum 27 Years
B. Age Relaxation Norms
- SC / ST Candidates: 05 Years Upper Age Relaxation
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 03 Years Upper Age Relaxation
- PwBD Candidates: 10 Years Upper Age Relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: Maximum 05 Years Relaxation
- Regular AAI Employees: Maximum 10 Years Relaxation
C. Pay Scale & Perks
| Manager [Group-A: E-3 Level] | ₹60,000 – 3% – ₹1,80,000 (Approximate CTC ₹21 Lakhs/annum) |
|---|---|
| Junior Executive [Group-B: E-1 Level] | ₹40,000 – 3% – ₹1,40,000 (Approximate CTC ₹14 Lakhs/annum) |
| Admissible Emoluments | Basic Pay + DA + Perks @ 35% of Basic Pay + HRA + CPF + Gratuity + Social Security Schemes + Medical Benefits |
5. Application Fee & Payment Mode
| General / EWS / OBC (NCL) Male Candidates | ₹1000/- (Rupees One Thousand only, inclusive of GST) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates / AAI Apprentices | FEE EXEMPTED (₹0/-) |
| Mode of Remittance | Online Mode Only (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Wallets) |
6. Important Dates & CBT Schedule
| AAI Advt 12/2026 Release Date | August 2026 |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Online Applications | 08 August 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Applications | 07 September 2026 (Till 23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 07 September 2026 |
| Tentative Date of Computer Based Test (CBT) | To be announced on AAI official portal (www.aai.aero) |
7. Selection Process & CBT Marking Scheme
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Objective type online exam for all post codes.
- NO Negative Marking: There is NO negative marking for incorrect answers in the CBT exam.
- Application Verification / Interview: Shortlisted candidates based on CBT merit will be called for document verification and interview (for Manager posts Code 1 to 11).
- Physical Test (Fire Services): For Manager (Fire Services), application verification is followed by Physical Measurement Test, Driving Test, and Physical Endurance Test.
8. How to Apply Online Step-by-Step for AAI Bharti 2026
- Visit the official portal of Airports Authority of India: www.aai.aero.
- Navigate to the "CAREERS" tab on the homepage.
- Click on the online application link under "RECRUITMENT OF MANAGERS AND JUNIOR EXECUTIVES - ADVT NO 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT".
- Register by providing a valid Email ID and Mobile Number to receive credentials.
- Fill out personal details, educational qualifications, category, and work experience details carefully.
- Upload scanned photograph (20kb–50kb), signature (10kb–20kb), left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the online application fee of ₹1000 via Net Banking/UPI/Debit Card (Exempted for SC/ST/PwBD/Women).
- Submit the online application form and download a printed PDF copy for your records.
9. Direct Official Portal Links & PDF Notification
10. Frequently Asked Questions (10 FAQs)
The official advertisement number is Advt No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT issued by Airports Authority of India (AAI), New Delhi.
A total of 389 vacancies have been announced across 15 different post codes (Manager: 283 posts, Junior Executive: 106 posts).
Online application submission begins on 08 August 2026 and closes on 07 September 2026 (till 23:59 Hrs).
Manager [Group-A, E-3] Pay Scale is ₹60,000–₹1,80,000 (CTC approx ₹21 LPA). Junior Executive [Group-B, E-1] Pay Scale is ₹40,000–₹1,40,000 (CTC approx ₹14 LPA).
As on 07.09.2026, the maximum age is 32 years for Manager and 27 years for Junior Executive, with age relaxation for SC/ST (5 yrs), OBC (3 yrs), and PwBD (10 yrs).
No! There is NO negative marking for incorrect answers in the Computer Based Test (CBT) conducted by AAI.
The fee is ₹1000 for General/OBC/EWS male candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, Women candidates, and AAI Apprentices are fully exempted (₹0).
No! Work experience is NIL (not required) for Junior Executive posts (Operations, Finance, Law, Survey & Cartography). Experience (3 years) is only required for Manager posts.
Candidates must have a Graduate degree in Science with a 2-year full-time MBA OR a full-time Bachelor's Degree in B.E / B.Tech in any discipline.
You can download the official notification prospectus directly from the direct links card above or from the CAREERS section at www.aai.aero.
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