AAI Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment Overview
Airports Authority of India (AAI) has officially released official notification for the recruitment of 389 AAI Manager & Junior Executive vacancies. Online applications start from 08th August 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official AAI website. The last date to submit the application form is 07th September 2026.
| Company | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Manager & Junior Executive |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT |
| Total Posts | 389 |
| Pay Scale | Manager: ₹60,000 – 1,80,000 | Junior Executive: ₹40,000 – 1,40,000 + Allowances Note: For more details, Please refer the official website. |
| Age Limit | Manager: Max 32 years | Junior Executive: Max 27 years (as on 07/09/2026) |
| Qualification | Degree / Post Graduation as per post (with 3 Years experience for Manager posts) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Start Date of Apply | 08/08/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 07/09/2026 |
| Application Fee | GEN/UR/EWS/OBC/Male: ₹1,000/- (inclusive of GST) SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/Female: Exempted Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets Note: Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances. |
| Website | https://www.aai.aero/ |
AAI Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Manager (Engg-Civil) | 145 |
| Manager (Engg-Electrical) | 16 |
| Manager (Finance) | 34 |
| Manager (Information Technology) | 05 |
| Manager (Architecture) | 04 |
| Manager (Law) | 02 |
| Manager (Fire Services) | 14 |
| Manager (Operations) | 28 |
| Manager (Commercial) | 09 |
| Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | 01 |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | 02 |
| Junior Executive (Finance) | 36 |
| Junior Executive (Law) | 06 |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | 79 |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | 08 |
| Grand Total | 389 |
AAI Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Manager: Max. 32 Years / Junior Executive: Max. 27 Years (as on 07/09/2026) Note: For more details, Please refer the official website. |
| Gender | Both Male & Female are eligible |
Educational Qualification & Work Experience:
| Post Name | Educational Qualification + Work Experience |
|---|---|
| Manager (Engg-Civil) | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering + 3 years in Civil Engineering |
| Manager (Engg-Electrical) | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology in Electrical + 3 years in Electrical Engineering |
| Manager (Finance) | MBA (Finance) / PGDM (Finance) / CA / CMA / CFA + 3 years in Finance & Accounts with ERP (e.g. SAP) experience |
| Manager (Information Technology) | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology (CS/IT/Electronics) or full-time MCA + 3 years in Database Management, Data Centre Operations, ERP, Data Analytics or Software/Web Development as Team Lead |
| Manager (Architecture) | Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture (Registered with COA) + 3 years in Architecture |
| Manager (Law) | Professional Law Degree, eligible for Bar Council of India enrolment + 3 years in Law |
| Manager (Fire Services) | Bachelor's Degree/Tech. in Fire/Mechanical/Automobile Engineering + 3 years in Fire Services |
| Manager (Operations) | Graduate in Science + full-time MBA (2 years) OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering + 3 years in Airport/Airline/Ground Handling Operations |
| Manager (Commercial) | Graduate + full-time MBA (Marketing) OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering + 3 years in Marketing/Sales/Business Development/Leasing/Contracts |
| Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | Post Graduate in Mathematical Statistics/Operation Research/Statistics/Economics with Statistics + 3 years in Economics/Statistics/Operation Research |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication/Journalism/Literature + PG Degree or Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication + 3 years in Corporate Communications/PR |
| Junior Executive (Finance) | MBA (Finance) / PGDM (Finance) / CA / CMA / CFA + Experience not required |
| Junior Executive (Law) | LLB (3 years) OR 5 years Integrated Law Degree + Experience not required |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | Graduate + MBA (2 years) OR B.E/B.Tech + Experience not required |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | B.E/B.Tech (Civil) OR M.Sc in Geography / Remote Sensing / Geo-informatics / Geomatics + Experience not required |
AAI Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment Stipend
| Name of the Post | Pay Scale (IDA) per month |
|---|---|
| Manager | ₹60,000 - 3% - ₹1,80,000 |
| Junior Executive | ₹40,000 - 3% - ₹1,40,000 |
In addition to Basic Pay, selected candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance, Perks at 35% of Basic Pay, HRA and other benefits including CPF, Gratuity, Social Security Schemes and Medical benefits, as per AAI Rules. Pay protection is available for candidates joining from other CPSEs, State PSUs or Government Departments through proper channel, as per DPE Guidelines.
AAI Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment Age Limit and Relaxation
| Name of the Post | Max. Age Limit (as on 07/09/2026) |
|---|---|
| Manager | 32 Years |
| Junior Executive | 27 Years |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC - NCL | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD candidates with permanent disability | 10 Years |
| Ex-servicemen and Commissioned Officers with at least 5 years of military service | 5 Years |
| Candidates already in regular AAI service who have completed probation | 10 Years |
AAI Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Application Verification
- Personal Interview / Subsequent Tests
- Document Verification
AAI Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 08/08/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 08/08/2026 |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 07/09/2026 |
| Last date for printing your application | 07/09/2026 |
| Last Date for paying Application Fee | 22/09/2026 |
| Tentative Date of CBT | To be announced on official website |
AAI Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official AAI website, www.aai.aero.
- Step 2: Go to the "CAREERS" tab and select the online application link for Advt No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT.
- Step 3: Register using a valid personal email ID and mobile number.
- Step 4: Fill the online application form with personal, educational, and other details.
- Step 5: Upload scanned recent passport size colour photograph, signature, and required documents/certificates.
- Step 6: Pay the applicable application fee online (if not exempted).
- Step 7: Verify all entered details carefully, as no correction is allowed after final submission.
- Step 8: Submit the application
- Step 9: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
AAI Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment Important Links
| Official Website Link | Click Here → |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Link | Apply Here → |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF → |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q 1. What is the total number of vacancies in AAI Recruitment 2026?
There are 389 vacancies in total, across 11 Manager disciplines and 4 Junior Executive disciplines.
Q 2. What is the start date to apply for AAI Recruitment 2026?
The start date for online application is 08 August 2026.
Q 3. What is the last date to apply for AAI Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 07 September 2026.
Q 4. What is the age limit for AAI Manager and Junior Executive posts?
The maximum age is 32 years for Manager posts and 27 years for Junior Executive posts, as on 07 September 2026, with category-wise relaxations applicable.
Q 5. What is the application fee for AAI Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is Rs. 1,000 (inclusive of GST). SC, ST, PwBD, Women candidates, and AAI Apprentices with 1 year of completed apprenticeship are exempt from the fee.
Abbreviation
| AAI | Airports Authority of India |
|---|---|
| PSU | Public Sector Undertaking |
| GEN | General Category |
| UR | Unreserved Category |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribes |
| OBC | Other Backward Class |
| NCL | Non-Creamy Layer |
| ESM | Ex-Serviceman |
| PwBD | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
| PwBD | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
| Max | Maximum |
| GST | Goods and Services Tax |
| CBT | Computer Bases Test |
| IDA | Industrial Dearness Allowance |
| MCA | Master of Computer Applications |
| MBA | Master of Business Administration |
| CA | Chartered Accountant |
| PGDM | Post Graduate Diploma in Management |
| CMA | Certified Management Accountant |
| CFA | Chartered Financial Analyst |
| ERP | Enterprise Resource Planning |
| PG | Post Graduation |
| M.Sc. | Master of Science |
| B.Tech. | Bachelor of Technology |
| B.E. | Bachelor of Engineering |
| M.Tech. | Master of Technology |
| LLB | Bachelor of Laws |
| COA | Council of Architecture |
| CS | Computer Science |
| IT | Information Technology |
| ITI | Industrial Training Institute |
| CPF | Central Provident Fund or Contributory Provident Fund |
| CPSE | Central Public Sector Enterprise |
| DPE | Department of Public Enterprises |