AAI Junior Executive & Manager Recruitment 2026: Official Notification, Vacancies & Apply Online

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has officially released the highly anticipated notification for the AAI Junior Executive & Manager Recruitment 2026. Published under Advertisement Number 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT, this major recruitment drive invites online applications from eligible Indian nationals to fill 389 vacancies across various technical and non-technical disciplines in the Manager and Junior Executive cadres.As a Schedule-'A' Mini Ratna Category-1 Public Sector Enterprise, AAI plays a pivotal role in creating, upgrading, maintaining, and managing India's civil aviation infrastructure. Working at AAI offers a highly prestigious and stable career, an exceptional pay package (with CTCs up to Rs. 21 Lakhs per annum), and a chance to contribute directly to the nation's rapidly growing aviation sector.If you are an engineering graduate, an MBA professional, a law degree holder, or a postgraduate looking for an executive career in a top-tier PSU, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete eligibility criteria carefully and submit their applications online before the deadline on September 7, 2026.Quick Overview: AAI Recruitment 2026

Important DatesEnsure you keep track of the following timeline to successfully complete your registration process:Application FeeCandidates must pay the application fee through the online payment gateway. The fee is strictly non-refundable.Age Limit (As on 07.09.2026)To be eligible for the AAI Junior Executive & Manager Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill the upper age limit requirements as calculated on the crucial cut-off date of 07.09.2026.

• Manager Posts: Maximum age limit is 32 Years.
• Junior Executive Posts: Maximum age limit is 27 Years.

Age Relaxation (Category-wise):

• SC / ST: 5 Years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
• PwBD Candidates: 10 Years
• Ex-Servicemen: Up to 5 Years as per Govt. rules
• Regular AAI Employees: Up to 10 Years (subject to completion of probation on initial appointment).

Vacancy DetailsAAI has announced a total of 389 vacancies distributed across diverse specializations. Here is the detailed post-wise and category-wise breakdown:(Note: Certain posts also include horizontal reservations for PwBD candidates as detailed in the official notification).Educational Qualification & ExperienceCandidates must ensure that their educational qualifications and experience (where applicable) are complete as of 07.09.2026.1. Manager Posts (Requires 3 Years of Post-Qualification Experience):

• Manager (Engg-Civil / Elect): Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Civil/Electrical.
• Manager (Finance): MBA/PGDM with specialization in Finance OR CA / ICWA / CFA. Working experience in ERP/SAP is required.
• Manager (IT): B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/IT/Electronics OR regular MCA.
• Manager (Architecture): Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture and registration with the Council of Architecture.
• Manager (Law): Professional Law Degree (3-year after graduation or 5-year integrated) and eligible for Bar Council enrollment.
• Manager (Fire Services): B.E./B.Tech in Fire/Mechanical/Automobile Engineering.
• Manager (Operations): Science Graduate + 2-year regular MBA OR B.E./B.Tech.
• Manager (Commercial): Graduate + 2-year regular MBA (Marketing) OR B.E./B.Tech.
• Manager (Corporate Planning & Mgt Services): Post Graduate in Mathematical Statistics / Operation Research / Statistics / Applied Statistics / Economics with Statistics / Mathematics with Statistics.
• Manager (Corporate Communications): Bachelor's in Mass Comm/Journalism/Literature + 2-year PG Degree/Diploma in Journalism/Mass Media/Mass Comm.

2. Junior Executive Posts (No Experience Required):

• Junior Executive (Finance): MBA/PGDM with specialization in Finance OR CA / ICWA / CFA.
• Junior Executive (Law): Professional Law Degree (3-year or 5-year) and eligible for Bar Council enrollment.
• Junior Executive (Operations): Science Graduate + 2-year regular MBA OR B.E./B.Tech.
• Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography): B.E./B.Tech in Civil OR M.Sc. in Geography / Remote Sensing & GIS / Geo-informatics / Geomatics.

Salary / Pay ScaleAAI offers highly competitive, IDA-pattern pay scales along with extensive corporate benefits.

• Manager (Group-A, E-3 Level): * Pay Scale: Rs. 60,000 – 3% – 1,80,000

• Approximate CTC: Rs. 21 Lakhs per annum

• Junior Executive (Group-B, E-1 Level): * Pay Scale: Rs. 40,000 – 3% – 1,40,000

• Approximate CTC: Rs. 14 Lakhs per annum

• Other Benefits: Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), Perks @ 35% of Basic Pay, HRA, CPF, Gratuity, Social Security Schemes, and Medical benefits as per AAI Rules. Pay protection is provided for eligible candidates currently in CPSEs/State PSUs/Govt.

Selection ProcessThe AAI Selection Process varies slightly depending on the applied post:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): The first stage for all candidates is an objective-type online examination.
2. Application Verification / Interview: Candidates shortlisted from the CBT will be called for document verification. For Post Codes 1 to 11 (Manager level), an Interview will also be conducted.
3. Physical & Driving Tests (For Manager - Fire Services Only): Shortlisted candidates must undergo a Physical Measurement Test, a Driving Test, and a Physical Endurance Test (which includes running, casualty carrying, pole climbing, rope climbing, and ladder climbing) before the interview.

Exam PatternWhile the detailed subject-wise syllabus will be uploaded separately on the AAI portal, the core exam pattern rules are as follows:

• Type of Exam: Objective Type Computer Based Test (CBT).
• Negative Marking: There will be NO negative marking for wrong answers.
• Language: The question paper will be bilingual (Hindi and English), except for language-specific sections.

How to ApplyFollow these straightforward steps to complete your AAI Recruitment 2026 application:

1. Visit the Official Portal: Go to the AAI careers page at www.aai.aero under the "CAREERS" tab.
2. Read the Instructions: Review the main instruction page and keep your active Email ID and Mobile Number ready.
3. Registration: Fill out your basic details to generate your login credentials.
4. Fill the Form: Log in and accurately enter your personal, educational, and experience details.
5. Upload Documents: Upload your recent passport-size photograph (20kb-50kb), signature (10kb-20kb), left thumb impression, and the handwritten declaration in the prescribed JPG/JPEG formats.
6. Pay the Fee: Submit the Rs. 1000/- application fee (if applicable) through the online payment gateway using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
7. Final Submit & Print: Submit your application and take a printout of the final confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.

Required Documents ChecklistKeep these scanned documents ready before you begin your online application:

• Valid E-mail ID and Mobile Number.
• Recent passport-size colour photograph (White background, 20kb-50kb).
• Scanned signature (Black ink, 10kb-20kb, NOT in capital letters).
• Left thumb impression (Black or blue ink, 20kb-50kb).
• Handwritten declaration (in English, black ink, 50kb-100kb).
• Educational mark sheets and degree/diploma certificates.
• Caste Certificate / OBC (NCL) / EWS / PwBD Certificate (if applicable, in prescribed Govt. of India format).
• Experience certificates (clearly stating start and end dates).
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) if currently working in Govt/PSU sectors.

Important Instructions

• Driving License Requirement: For Manager and Junior Executive (Operations), a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) license is essential. For Manager (Fire Services), a valid permanent LMV license is required at the time of verification, and the candidate must acquire a Heavy Vehicle Driving License within two years of induction.
• Surety Bond: Candidates selected for Manager (Fire Services) must execute a surety bond of Rs. 5 Lakhs to serve AAI for 3 years post-training.
• OBC/EWS Certificates: OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and EWS certificates must be valid for the Financial Year 2026-27.
• Handwritten Declaration Text: "I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required."

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)1. What is the last date to apply for AAI Junior Executive & Manager Recruitment 2026?The last date to submit the online application and pay the application fee is 07 September 2026.2. How many vacancies are available in this AAI recruitment drive?A total of 389 vacancies have been announced across various Manager and Junior Executive posts.3. Is there any negative marking in the AAI CBT Exam?No, there is absolutely no negative marking for incorrect answers in the Computer Based Test (CBT).4. What is the application fee for female candidates?Female candidates of all categories are fully exempted from paying the application fee.5. Are final year students eligible to apply?Candidates must ensure that the final result of their required educational qualification is declared on or before the cut-off date (07.09.2026).6. Do Junior Executive posts require prior work experience?No, the Junior Executive posts in Finance, Law, Operations, and Survey & Cartography do not require any prior work experience.7. What is the age limit for Junior Executive posts?The maximum age limit for Junior Executive posts is 27 years as of 07.09.2026, subject to category-wise relaxations.8. Is a driving license required for any post?Yes, an LMV license is essential for Manager (Operations) and Junior Executive (Operations). Manager (Fire Services) candidates must have a permanent LMV license and obtain a Heavy Vehicle license within two years of induction.9. What is the salary of an AAI Junior Executive?A Junior Executive at AAI is placed in the E-1 level pay scale (Rs. 40,000 – 1,40,000), with an approximate overall CTC of Rs. 14 Lakhs per annum.10. Will the examination be conducted offline or online?The written examination will be a Computer Based Test (CBT) conducted entirely online in a bilingual format (English and Hindi).