The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has announced a recruitment drive for 389 Manager and Junior Executive vacancies across various departments. This recruitment provides opportunities for qualified candidates in engineering, finance, law, IT, operations, architecture, fire services and other professional fields.
Eligible and interested candidates can submit their applications through the official AAI recruitment portal. The online registration process will begin on 8th August 2026, while the last date to submit the application is 7th September 2026.
Candidates are advised to read the complete details regarding vacancies, educational qualifications, experience, age limit, salary, application fee, selection process and application procedure before applying.
📌 AAI Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT |
| Post Name | Manager & Junior Executive |
| Total Vacancies | 389 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 8th August 2026 |
| Last Date | 7th September 2026 |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test & Subsequent Process |
| Manager Pay Scale | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 |
| Junior Executive Pay Scale | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 |
✈️ AAI Vacancy Details 2026
The 389 vacancies are distributed among various Manager and Junior Executive positions.
| Name of Post | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Manager (Engineering – Civil) | 145 |
| Manager (Engineering – Electrical) | 16 |
| Manager (Finance) | 34 |
| Manager (Information Technology) | 5 |
| Manager (Architecture) | 4 |
| Manager (Law) | 2 |
| Manager (Fire Services) | 14 |
| Manager (Operations) | 28 |
| Manager (Commercial) | 9 |
| Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | 1 |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | 2 |
| Junior Executive (Finance) | 36 |
| Junior Executive (Law) | 6 |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | 9 |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | 8 |
| Total | 389 |
💰 AAI Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the applicable AAI pay structure.
Manager
₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000
Junior Executive
₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000
Additional benefits and allowances will be applicable as per AAI rules and service conditions.
🎯 AAI Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed educational qualification, experience and age requirements for the post they wish to apply for.
Age Limit
The upper age limit will be calculated as on 7th September 2026.
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Manager | 32 Years |
| Junior Executive | 27 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
Age relaxation will be subject to the applicable Government/AAI rules.
🎓 Educational Qualification & Experience
The required qualification varies according to the post.
Manager – Engineering (Civil)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Civil Engineering.
- Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in Civil Engineering.
Manager – Engineering (Electrical)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in Electrical Engineering.
Manager – Finance
Candidates should possess one of the following:
- MBA with Finance specialisation
- PG Diploma in Management with Finance specialisation
- Cost Accountant
- Chartered Accountant (CA)
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Additionally, 3 years of post-qualification experience in Finance & Accounts is required, including experience with ERP systems such as SAP for financial processing and automation.
Manager – Information Technology
Candidates should have either:
- Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT or Electronics; or
- Full-time MCA.
Relevant experience of 3 years is required in areas such as:
- Database Management & Administration
- Data Centre Operations
- Networking
- ERP Management & Administration
- Data Analytics
- Software Application Development as Team Lead
- Web Development & Maintenance as Team Lead
Manager – Architecture
- Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture.
- Registration with the Council of Architecture.
- At least 3 years of post-qualification experience in Architecture.
Manager – Law
- Professional Law Degree of 3 years after graduation or 5-year integrated law course after 10+2.
- Candidate should be eligible for enrolment as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India.
- Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in Law.
Manager – Fire Services
- Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in:
- Fire Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Automobile Engineering
- Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in Fire Services.
Manager – Operations
Candidates should have either:
- Graduation in Science along with a full-time 2-year MBA; or
- Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
Minimum 3 years of experience is required in Airport Operations, such as:
- Airside Operations
- Terminal Management
- Airline Operations
- Ground Handling Operations
Manager – Commercial
Candidates should possess either:
- Graduation with a full-time 2-year MBA in Marketing; or
- Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
Minimum 3 years of experience is required in areas such as Marketing, Sales, Business Development, Real Estate Leasing, Contracts or Procurement.
Manager – Corporate Planning & Management Services
Candidates should have a Postgraduate qualification in any of the following:
- Mathematical Statistics
- Operations Research
- Statistics
- Applied Statistics
- Economics with Statistics
- Mathematics with Statistics
The qualification should be from a university recognised by the UGC.
Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in Economics, Statistics or Operations Research is required.
Manager – Corporate Communications
Candidates should possess:
- Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism or Literature (Hindi/English); and
- Postgraduate Degree or full-time 2-year Diploma in Journalism, Mass Media or Mass Communication.
Minimum 3 years of experience in Corporate Communication/Public Relations-related functions is required.
Relevant areas may include content creation, media planning, press relations, corporate branding, digital/social media, image building and event management.
🎓 Junior Executive Eligibility
Junior Executive – Finance
Candidates should have any one of:
- MBA in Finance
- PG Diploma in Management with Finance specialisation
- Cost Accountant
- Chartered Accountant
- Chartered Financial Analyst
Junior Executive – Law
Candidates should have:
- 3-year regular Law Degree after graduation; or
- 5-year integrated Law Degree after 10+2.
Candidates should also be eligible for enrolment as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India.
Junior Executive – Operations
Candidates should possess either:
- Graduation in Science with a full-time 2-year MBA; or
- Full-time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
Junior Executive – Survey & Cartography
Candidates should have any one of the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering/Technology
- Master’s Degree in Geography
- Master’s Degree in Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
- Master’s Degree in Geo-informatics
- Master’s Degree in Geomatics
Note: Candidates should carefully check the official notification for the complete post-specific qualification and experience requirements before applying.
💳 AAI Recruitment Application Fee
The application fee depends on the candidate’s category.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Apprentice | Nil |
| All Other Candidates | ₹1,000/- |
The applicable fee can be paid through online payment methods such as:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Cards
- Mobile Wallets
Any bank transaction charges associated with the online payment will have to be borne by the candidate.
📝 AAI Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply Online?
Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official AAI recruitment portal.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Step 1: Visit the official AAI recruitment website.
Step 2: Open the recruitment section and find the relevant Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment 2026 notification.
Step 3: Click on the Online Application Form link.
Step 4: Complete the registration process by entering the required details.
Step 5: Log in to the application portal using your registration credentials.
Step 6: Enter your personal, educational and professional information carefully.
Step 7: Upload the required documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
Step 8: Pay the applicable application fee according to your category.
Step 9: Review the complete application form carefully.
Step 10: Submit the application and download/print a copy for future reference.
⚠️ Important
Before submitting the form, candidates should verify all details, uploaded documents, qualification information and selected post. Keep the registration details and application printout safely until the recruitment process is completed.
Important Web-Links of AAI Vacancy
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
🧾 AAI Recruitment Selection Process
The selection process will include a Computer Based Test (CBT) for all the advertised posts.
Selection Stages
1. Computer Based Test (Objective Type)
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2. Application Verification / Subsequent Test, wherever applicable
There will be no negative marking for incorrect answers in the Computer Based Test, as stated in the supplied recruitment details.
Candidates should check the official notification for post-specific requirements and subsequent selection stages.
📅 Important Dates – AAI Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 🟢 Online Registration Starts | 8th August 2026 |
| 🔴 Last Date to Apply Online | 7th September 2026 |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in AAI Recruitment 2026?
A total of 389 Manager and Junior Executive vacancies are available.
What is the AAI Manager age limit?
The maximum age for Manager posts is 32 years as on 7th September 2026.
What is the age limit for Junior Executive posts?
The maximum age for Junior Executive posts is 27 years as on 7th September 2026.
What is the AAI Manager salary?
The Manager pay scale is ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000.
What is the Junior Executive salary?
The Junior Executive pay scale is ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000.
What is the application fee?
Eligible SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Apprentice candidates are exempt from the application fee. For other candidates, the fee is ₹1,000/-.
When does the online application start?
The online registration process starts on 8th August 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online registration is 7th September 2026.
