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The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has issued the Notification for the AAI recruitment 2026 of 379 Manager and Junior Executive posts across multiple disciplines under Advt No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT. The detailed notification was released on 22 July 2026. Candidates can apply from 8 August 2026 to 7 September 2026 on the official AAI website. This article provides complete details on the recruitment, vacancy, eligibility criteria, application process, selection procedure, salary, & important dates.
AAI Recruitment 2026: Overview
Candidates can refer to the table below for a complete overview of the AAI Recruitment 2026 for Manager & Junior Executive posts, including all the important highlights of the recruitment process.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Post Name | Manager and Junior Executive |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT |
| Total Vacancies | 379 |
| Notification Release Date | 22 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 08 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 September 2026 |
| Official Website | www.aai.aero |
| Notification | Download PDF |
AAI Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Events | Important Dates |
| Notification Released | 22 July 2026 |
| Application Starts | 8 August 2026 |
| Application Ends | 7 September 2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 7 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | To Be Notified |
AAI Vacancy Details 2026
AAI has released 379 vacancies across many disciplines under the Manager and Junior Executive posts. Candidates can check the discipline-wise vacancy details in the table below.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
| Manager | 250 |
| Junior Executive | 129 |
| Total | 379 |
Detailed AAI Manager & Junior Executive Vacancy
| Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manager (Engineering – Civil) | 62 | 14 | 38 | 21 | 10 | 145 |
| Manager (Engineering – Electrical) | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 16 |
| Manager (Finance) | 19 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 34 |
| Manager (Information Technology) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Manager (Architecture) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Manager (Law) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Manager (Fire Services) | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
| Manager (Operations) | 13 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 28 |
| Manager (Commercial) | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Junior Executive (Finance) | 13 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 36 |
| Junior Executive (Law) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | 35 | 7 | 21 | 11 | 5 | 79 |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| Total | 183 | 38 | 91 | 51 | 26 | 379 |
AAI Manager & Junior Executive Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must ensure that they meet the prescribed educational qualifications and experience requirements before applying for the respective post. The post-wise eligibility criteria are provided in the table below.
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Manager (Engineering – Civil) | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering/Technology with 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Manager (Engineering – Electrical) | Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology with 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Manager (Finance) | MBA (Finance)/PGDM (Finance) or CA/ICWA/CFA with 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Manager (Information Technology) | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics or MCA with 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Manager (Architecture) | Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture registered with the Council of Architecture and 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Manager (Law) | Professional Degree in Law (3-year or 5-year) with 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Manager (Fire Services) | B.E./B.Tech in Fire/Mechanical/Automobile Engineering with 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Manager (Operations) | Science Graduate with MBA or B.E./B.Tech and 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Manager (Commercial) | Graduate with MBA (Marketing) or B.E./B.Tech and 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | Postgraduate Degree in Statistics/Operations Research/Mathematics with Statistics/Economics and 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication/Journalism/Literature with a PG Degree/Diploma and 3 years of relevant experience. |
| Junior Executive (Finance) | MBA (Finance)/PGDM (Finance) or CA/ICWA/CFA. |
| Junior Executive (Law) | Professional Degree in Law (3-year or 5-year). |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | Science Graduate with MBA or B.E./B.Tech. |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering or Master’s Degree in Geography/Remote Sensing/GIS/Geoinformatics/Geomatics. |
AAI Age Limit & Relaxation (as on 07 September 2026)
The age limit for AAI Recruitment 2026 is prescribed separately for Manager and Junior Executive posts. The upper age limit will be calculated as of 07 September 2026. Category-wise age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India rules.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Manager | Maximum 32 years as on 07 September 2026 |
| Junior Executive | Maximum 27 years as on 07 September 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age Calculation | 07 September 2026 |
| Age Relaxation |
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AAI Recruitment 2026 Application Link
The online application link for AAI Recruitment 2026 will be activated on 08 August 2026 on the official website of the Airports Authority of India. Eligible candidates can submit their applications for Manager and Junior Executive posts until 07 September 2026. Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification, confirm their eligibility, and keep the required documents ready before completing the online registration process. The direct apply link will be provided below.
How to Apply for AAI Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online for the AAI Manager and Junior Executive Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official website of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) at www.aai.aero.
- Go to the Careers section and click on the link for AAI Recruitment 2026 – Manager & Junior Executive.
- Register yourself by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in using the registration credentials and fill out the online application form with the required personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload the necessary documents, including your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and other prescribed certificates, in the specified format.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes, if applicable.
- Review all the entered details carefully before submitting the application form.
- Submit the application and download/print a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
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AAI Application Fee 2026
The application fee must be paid online through the payment gateway available during the online application process.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC (NCL) / EWS | ₹1,000/- (including GST) |
| SC / ST/PwBD/ Women Candidates | Nil |
| Apprentices who have completed one year of Apprenticeship Training in AAI | Nil |
AAI Selection Process 2026 for Manager & Jr. Executive Posts
The selection process for AAI Recruitment 2026 varies depending on the post. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in the Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by document verification and other stages as applicable.
- Computer Based Test (CBT) (Objective Type)
- Application Verification / Document Verification
- Subsequent Tests (where applicable)
- Interview (for Manager posts – Post Codes 1 to 11)
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Driving Test and Physical Endurance Test (PET) for Manager (Fire Services) only
- Final Merit List based on CBT and Interview (where applicable), subject to meeting eligibility criteria and qualifying the applicable tests
AAI Salary Structure for Junior Executive & Manager Posts
The selected candidates will be placed in the following pay scales as per the post. In addition to the basic pay, they will be entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), Perks, HRA, CPF, Gratuity, Medical Benefits, and other allowances as per AAI rules.
| Post | Pay Scale (IDA) | Approximate CTC (Per Annum) |
|---|---|---|
| Manager (Group-A, E-3 Level) | ₹60,000 – 3% – ₹1,80,000 | ₹21 lakh |
| Junior Executive (Group-B, E-1 Level) | ₹40,000 – 3% – ₹1,40,000 | ₹14 lakh |
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying. Key instructions are listed below:
- Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
- Eligibility, age, qualification, and experience will be considered as of 07 September 2026.
- Apply only after obtaining the required educational qualification.
- Reserved category candidates must produce valid category certificates during document verification.
- Candidates can apply for multiple posts by submitting separate applications and paying the required fee for each post.
- Candidates must produce original documents, including educational and experience certificates, during application verification/interview.
