Airports Authority of India (AAI)
Last Date: 7 September 2026

Airports Authority of India has opened applications for 389 Manager and Junior Executive posts across 15 disciplines under Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT. The recruitment covers everything from Civil Engineering and Finance to Law, Fire Services and Corporate Communications. Online applications open on 8 August 2026 and close on 7 September 2026. 

AAI Manager and Junior Executive Vacancy 2026: Quick Overview

AAI Manager and Junior Executive Vacancy 2026: Quick Intro

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is a Mini Ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) responsible for developing, operating, and maintaining civil aviation infrastructure across India and under this recruitment AAI offers vacancies for Manager and Junior Executive posts in various disciplines, including Engineering, Finance, Law, Operations, Corporate Communications, Survey & Cartography, and other specialised fields. Candidates from different educational backgrounds can apply for the posts for which they meet the prescribed eligibility criteria.

This recruitment is different from some previous AAI recruitment drives. Unlike certain earlier Junior Executive recruitments of AAI that were based on GATE scores for selected engineering disciplines, but selection for this recruitment will be through a Computer Based Test (CBT), therefore, eligible candidates applying for disciplines such as Finance, Law, Operations, Commercial, Corporate Communications, and other notified posts can participate in the recruitment process as per the official eligibility conditions.

Vacancy Details

Airports Authority of India (AAI) has announced 389 vacancies under this recruitment. These include 260 Manager posts across 11 disciplines and 129 Junior Executive posts across 4 disciplines. The detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution is given below:

The number of vacancies varies across different posts. Civil Engineering and Operations have the highest number of vacancies, while posts such as Manager (Law), Manager (Corporate Planning), and Manager (Corporate Communications) have very few vacancies. Candidates should check the vacancy distribution provided above carefully before applying for their preferred post.

Application Fee

The application fee is ₹1,000 (including GST) and must be paid online through the payment gateway available in the application form. SC, ST, PwBD, women candidates, and AAI apprentices who have successfully completed 1 year of apprenticeship training in AAI are exempt from paying the application fee.

Note: application fee is non-refundable once paid, even if the application is rejected during scrutiny. However, any duplicate payment made due to a technical issue will be refunded after the application process is completed therefore, candidates should carefully verify their category, post, and other application details before making the payment.

Age Limit

The maximum age limit is 32 years for Manager posts and 27 years for Junior Executive posts, calculated as on 07 September 2026. Category-wise age relaxation is available and provided below:

Educational Qualification

The educational qualification and work experience requirements vary by post. The complete post-wise qualification and experience details are provided below.

Note: A Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) degree is also accepted wherever a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree is prescribed, but only for the Commercial and Operations posts.

The eligibility criteria vary by post. For Operations and Commercial posts, candidates can apply through the prescribed Engineering degree or the Science plus MBA qualification route, on the otherhand Manager (Corporate Planning) post requires a postgraduate degree in Statistics or Operations Research and Candidates must meet the specified educational qualification to be eligible for this post. For the Manager (Finance) post, candidates must have the required ERP experience with SAP, applicants should carefully verify that they meet all the specified qualification and experience requirements before applying.

Selection Process

The selection process begins with a Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of objective-type questions. There is no negative marking for incorrect answersb and the question paper will be available in Hindi and English, except for posts that require a language-specific test.

Candidates who qualify in the Computer Based Test (CBT) will be called for Application Verification and  any post-specific subsequent tests. Interview is conducted only for Manager posts (Post Codes 1 to 11) but candidates applying for Junior Executive posts (Post Codes 12 to 15) are not required to appear for an interview.
Candidates applying for the Manager (Fire Services) post must also qualify the Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Driving Test, and Physical Endurance Test (PET) before the interview and only those who successfully clear all the prescribed physical tests will be eligible for the next stage of the selection process.

Candidates applying for Manager (Operations) and Junior Executive (Operations) must possess a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving licence at the time of document verification and for the Manager (Fire Services) post, a permanent LMV driving licence is mandatory, and a learner's licence will not be accepted. Candidates applying for posts other than Manager (Finance) and Junior Executive (Finance) must meet the prescribed medical standards i.e., candidates with colour blindness or night blindness are not eligible for these posts.

Salary, Job Location, and Service Conditions

Manager posts are in the E-3 pay scale of ₹60,000–3%–₹1,80,000 (IDA) with an approximate annual CTC of ₹21 lakh. Junior Executive posts are in the E-1 pay scale of ₹40,000–3%–₹1,40,000 (IDA) with an approximate annual CTC of ₹14 lakh and in addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will receive Dearness Allowance (DA), Perks, HRA, CPF, Gratuity, Social Security Schemes, Medical Benefits, and other admissible benefits as per AAI rules.

Candidates joining AAI from a Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE), State PSU, or Government Department through the proper relieving channel may be eligible for pay protection as per the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) guidelines.

Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India as per the requirements of the Airports Authority of India (AAI). For the Manager (Fire Services) post, selected candidates must undergo the prescribed training and execute a Rs.5 lakh surety bond to serve AAI for three years after completing the training but for every other post, probation terms are not mentioned.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official website www.aai.aero and open the Careers section.
2. Find the registration link listed under Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT.
3. Complete new registration using a valid personal e-mail ID and mobile number, and note down the Provisional Registration Number and password generated.
4. Log in and fill personal, educational, category and experience details, using Save and Next to preserve progress at each step.
5. Upload the scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression and hand-written declaration exactly as per the prescribed specifications.
6. Pay the Rs 1,000 application fee online, unless your category is exempted.
7. Review every entered detail carefully, since no correction is possible once the form is finally submitted.
8. Submit the application and download the printout of the form and the e-Receipt for your own records.

Candidates applying for more than one post must register separately and pay the fee separately for each post applied to.

Required Documents and Important Instructions

Keep the Following Documents Ready Before Filling the Application Form:
scanned photograph (jpg/jpeg, 200x230 pixels, 20 to 50 KB),
signature (140x60 pixels, 10 to 20 KB),
left thumb impression (240x240 pixels at 200 DPI, 20 to 50 KB),
and a hand-written declaration in English (800x400 pixels at 200 DPI, 50 to 100 KB) written in your own hand, not typed.
Also keep educational certificates, category certificates, experience proof, and, where applicable, discharge certificate or disability certificate on hand.
 
A few Important Instructions for Candidates:
> Candidates applying under the OBC (NCL) or EWS category must submit a valid certificate for the Financial Year 2026–27 in the prescribed format. Certificates issued in an older format or for other purposes may not be accepted
> The handwritten declaration must be written by the candidate in their own handwriting and in English and applications that do not meet this requirement may be rejected but  Visually impaired candidates are exempt from this requirement
> Candidates working in the Central Government, State Government, or a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer during document verification and an undertaking to submit the NOC later or to resign after selection will not be accepted.

Read the Following Points to Understand This Recruitment Better:

The number of Manager vacancies in this recruitment is higher

AAI's last CBT-based recruitment for Manager, Junior Executive, and Senior Assistant posts included 364 vacancies across these categories. The application process for that recruitment closed in January 2023. This recruitment offers 260 Manager vacancies across 11 disciplines and among them, Civil Engineering has the highest number of vacancies with 145 posts. Some disciplines, such as Law, Corporate Planning, and Corporate Communications, have only a few vacancies. Candidates should check the post-wise vacancy details carefully before applying.

Interview Is Required Only for Manager Posts

For Manager (Post Codes 1–11), the selection process includes a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by an Interview for shortlisted candidates and for Junior Executive (Post Codes 12–15), there is no interview and selection is based on the CBT, along with the required post-specific verification or tests. So, for Junior Executive posts, the Computer Based Test (CBT) is the main stage of selection but for Manager posts, candidates who qualify in the CBT must also appear for the Interview as part of the selection process.

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❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies are there in AAI Recruitment 2026?

AAI has announced 389 vacancies in total, split between 260 Manager posts across 11 disciplines and 129 Junior Executive posts across 4 disciplines, under Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT.

What is the last date to apply for AAI Manager and Junior Executive posts?

The online application window closes on 7 September 2026. Applications open on 8 August 2026, giving candidates about a month to register and submit their forms.

Who is eligible to apply for these posts?

Eligibility depends on the specific post, ranging from a relevant bachelor's degree for most Junior Executive posts to a bachelor's, master's or professional qualification with three years of post-qualification experience for Manager posts.

What is the age limit for AAI Recruitment 2026?

Manager posts require candidates to be under 32 years, and Junior Executive posts require candidates to be under 27 years, both reckoned as on 7 September 2026, with relaxation available for reserved categories.

What qualification is required for Manager posts?

Qualification varies by discipline, from an engineering degree for technical Manager posts to an MBA or a professional qualification like CA or CFA for Manager (Finance), combined with 3 years of relevant experience in every case.

What does the AAI selection process involve?

Selection begins with a Computer Based Test for every post, followed by Application Verification. Manager posts additionally include an Interview, and Manager (Fire Services) candidates must also clear physical tests before reaching the interview stage.

What is the salary for AAI Manager and Junior Executive posts?

Managers sit at the E-3 level with pay scale Rs 60,000-3%-1,80,000 and an approximate CTC of Rs 21 lakh a year. Junior Executives get Rs 40,000-3%-1,40,000, with an approximate CTC around Rs 14 lakh.

What is the application fee for AAI Recruitment 2026?

The fee is Rs 1,000, inclusive of GST, payable online only. SC, ST, PwBD and women candidates, along with AAI apprentices who completed one year of apprenticeship training, are exempted from this fee.

How can candidates apply online for AAI Recruitment 2026?

Applications must be submitted through www.aai.aero under the Careers section, using a valid e-mail ID and mobile number. No other mode, including offline or postal submission, is accepted.

What is the official website for AAI Recruitment 2026?

All updates, the application link and the official notification are available only at www.aai.aero. Candidates should avoid third-party sites for submitting applications or making payments.

Is an interview required for Junior Executive posts?

No. Interview applies only to Manager Post Codes 1 to 11. Junior Executive Post Codes 12 to 15 are selected through the Computer Based Test and applicable subsequent tests, without an interview stage.

Are Junior Executive posts open to freshers?

Yes. Junior Executive posts under this advertisement require no prior work experience, unlike Manager posts, which need three years of relevant post-qualification experience in the specified field.

Conclusion

We hope the information above has helped you understand this recruitment process clearly. If you plan to apply, complete your registration well before the last date to avoid any issues. Also, candidates applying under the OBC (NCL) or EWS category should obtain a valid certificate for the Financial Year 2026–27 in the prescribed format before document verification, as older or incorrect certificates will not be accepted. It is also important to note that candidates applying for Manager posts should keep all experience certificates and supporting documents ready before applying and also Make sure your work experience meets the eligibility conditions and can be verified during document verification.

The Computer Based Test (CBT) date has not been announced yet. Candidates should regularly check the official AAI website and their registered email ID, including the spam/junk folder, for updates regarding the examination. (you can also bookmark this page and follow our social media handles such as telegram and WhatsApp for quick updates)

This article is based on the official notification and simplified for easy understanding. For the most accurate and updated information, always refer to the official website.