The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has released the AAI Recruitment 2026 notification for the direct recruitment of Managers and Junior Executives across various disciplines. This Airports Authority of India Recruitment drive is a golden opportunity for engineering, finance, law and management graduates to join a Mini Ratna Category-1 Public Sector Enterprise. A total of 389 AAI vacancies have been announced. This recruitment covers 15 different post codes spanning Civil, Electrical, IT, Finance, Law, Fire Services, Operations, Commercial and other verticals.
AAI (Manager + Junior Executive) Notification 2026: Download PDF Here
In this blog, we cover everything you need to know about this recruitment cycle. This includes vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, salary. Selection process, application fee and how to apply online.
AAI Recruitment 2026 Notification: Overview
The AAI notification has been issued for direct recruitment to 11 Manager-level post codes and 4 Junior Executive-level post codes. This AAI Job Vacancy drive is open only to Indian Nationals who meet the prescribed educational qualification, work experience and age criteria. Let us see some key highlights of the recruitment process given below:
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Airports Authority of India |
| Posts | Manager and Junior Executive (various disciplines) |
| Total Vacancies | 389 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official website | www.aai.aero |
| Application Start Date | 08.08.2026 |
| Application End Date | 07.09.2026 |
AAI Recruitment Junior Executive and Manager: Vacancy Details
The table below gives the post-wise breakup of vacancies under this drive, including the AAI Junior Executive Vacancy and AAI Manager Vacancy numbers across categories:
| Name of Post | Total Vacancies | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST |
| Manager (Engg Civil) | 145 | 62 | 14 | 38 | 21 | 10 |
| Manager (Engg Elect) | 16 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Manager (Finance) | 34 | 19 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Manager (Information Technology) | 5 | 5 | – | – | – | – |
| Manager (Architecture) | 4 | 3 | – | 1 | – | – |
| Manager (Law) | 2 | 2 | – | – | – | – |
| Manager (Fire Services) | 14 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Manager (Operations) | 28 | 13 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| Manager (Commercial) | 9 | 6 | – | 2 | 1 | – |
| Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | 2 | 2 | – | – | – | – |
| Junior Executive (Finance) | 36 | 13 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 6 |
| Junior Executive (Law) | 6 | 5 | 1 | |||
| Junior Executive (Operations) | 79 | 35 | 7 | 21 | 11 | 5 |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | ||
| Total | 389 | |||||
Note: The number of vacancies is tentative and may increase or decrease at the sole discretion of AAI.
AAI Junior Executive Eligibility and Manager Eligibility Criteria
AAI Junior Executive Eligibility and Manager eligibility vary by post and discipline. Let us see the educational qualifications required for major posts under this drive:
| Post | Educational Qualification | Work Experience |
| Manager (Engg-Civil/Elect) | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/ Technology in the respective discipline | 3 years post-qualification |
| Manager (Finance) | MBA/PGDM (Finance), CA, CMA or CFA | 3 years in Finance & Accounts, ERP (SAP) exposure |
| Manager (IT) | BE/BTech in CS/IT/Electronics or MCA | 3 years in relevant IT Domain |
| Manager (Architecture) | Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, registered with Council of Architecture | 3 years |
| Manager (Law) | Professional Law Degree, eligible for Bar Council Enrolment | 3 years |
| Manager (Operations/Commercial) | MBA (2 years) or Bachelor’s in Engineering | 3 years in relevant field |
| Junior Executive (Finance/Law/Operations/Survey) | Same as respective Manager Streams | Nil |
Candidates should note that the final result of the required qualification must already be declared at the time of applying, as no relaxation is given on this account.
AAI Age Limit for Manager and Junior Executive Posts
The AAI Age Limit as on the cut-off date is as follows:
| Post | Maximum Age |
| Manager | 32 years |
| Junior Executive | 27 years |
Age relaxation is available: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), 10 years for PwBD candidates, 5 years for ex-servicemen and 10 years for AAI employees who have completed probation.
AAI Manager Recruitment and Junior Executive Salary
Under this AAI Manager Recruitment and Junior Executive hiring drive, the pay scales (IDA) are as follows:
| Post | Pay Scale (IDA) |
| Manager (E-3 Level) | INR 60,000- 1,80,000 |
| Junior Executive | INR 40,000- 1,40,000 |
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates get Dearness Allowance, Perks (35% of Basic Pay), HRA, CPF, Gratuity, Social Security Schemes and Medical benefits as per AAI rules. This makes the AAI Junior Executive Salary and Manager pay package one of the most attractive among PSU jobs in the aviation sector.
AAI Junior Executive Exam Pattern and Selection Process
The AAI Junior Executive Exam Pattern consists of a Computer Based Test (CBT), which is Objective Type with no negative marking for wrong answers. The AAI Junior Executive Selection Process and Manager Selection Process include the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)– Objective type, bilingual (Hindi & English, except language test), no negative marking.
- Application Verification/ Subsequent tests– For all posts.
- Interview– Applicable only for Post Codes 1 to 11 (Manager Posts).
- Additional Tests for Manager (Fire Services)– Physical Measurement Test, Driving Test and Physical Endurance Test.
Final selection is based on merit prepared from CBT and Interview performance, subject to meeting all eligibility criteria and document verification.
AAI Recruitment Apply Online: How to Apply?
Candidates can complete the AAI Recruitment Apply Online Process through the following steps:
- Go to the official website and go to the “Careers” tab.
- Register with a valid personal email address and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, educational and category details carefully, as no correction is allowed after final submission.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and hand-written declaration as per prescribed specifications.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
- Download and save the printout of the application form e-receipt for future reference.
Candidates can apply for multiple posts, provided they register and pay the fee separately for each post they are eligible for.
AAI Recruitment Application Fees Payment
The AAI Recruitment application fees payment details are as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | INR 1,000/- (inclusive of GST) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Eligible AAI Apprentices | Exempted |
Note: The payment must be made online only. Fees once paid are non-refundable.
Candidates preparing for this exam are advised to start their preparation early and refer to structured and updated study resources covering the relevant engineering subjects.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in AAI Recruitment 2026?
Ans: There are 389 total vacancies across 15 post codes for Manager and Junior Executive posts.
Q2. When is the last and end date of AAI 2026 online application?
Ans: The online application closed on 7 September 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for AAI Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Maximum 32 years for Manager and 27 years for Junior Executive, as on 7 September 2026, with category-wise relaxable applicable.
Q4. Is there negative marking in the AAI CBT 2026?
Ans: No, there is no negative marking for wrong answers in the Computer Based Test.
Q5. Can I apply for multiple posts in AAI recruitment 2026?
Ans: Yes, candidates can apply for multiple posts with separate registration and separate fee payment for each post. This is subject to the eligibility criteria.
Q6. When will the AAI CBT 2026 exam be conducted?
Ans: The exact CBT date has not been announced yet.
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