Airports Authority of India Recruitment 2026 | Managers and Junior Executives
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has released Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT inviting online applications for the recruitment of 389 Managers and Junior Executives in various disciplines. Vacancies are available in Civil, Electrical, Finance, Information Technology, Architecture, Law, Fire Services, Operations, Commercial, Corporate Planning and Management Services, Corporate Communications, and Survey and Cartography. Eligible Indian nationals can apply online until 07 September 2026. Selected candidates will receive attractive pay scales, allowances, and benefits as per AAI rules. The recruitment process includes a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification and other applicable stages.
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About the Organization
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is a Schedule 'A' Mini Ratna Category-I Public Sector Enterprise constituted by an Act of Parliament. It is responsible for creating, upgrading, maintaining, and managing civil aviation infrastructure across India, including airports and airspace management. AAI plays a crucial role in the growth and modernization of the country's aviation sector.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT |
| Total Vacancies | 389 |
| Posts | Managers and Junior Executives |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
Post Details
The recruitment includes the following posts:
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| 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 and Management Services) | 1 |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | 2 |
| Junior Executive (Finance) | 36 |
| Junior Executive (Law) | 6 |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | 79 |
| Junior Executive (Survey and Cartography) | 8 |
Who Can Apply
Indian nationals who possess the prescribed educational qualifications and experience for the respective post are eligible to apply.
Depending on the post, qualifications include:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology.
- MBA or PGDM in relevant specialization.
- Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant, or Chartered Financial Analyst.
- Master's Degree in Statistics, Economics, Geography, GIS, or related fields.
- MCA.
- Professional Degree in Law.
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture registered with the Council of Architecture.
- Relevant post-qualification experience for Manager posts.
- No experience is required for Junior Executive posts where specified.
Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions as on 07 September 2026.
Why Apply
- Opportunity to work with a prestigious Mini Ratna Category-I Public Sector Enterprise.
- Attractive pay scales with excellent annual CTC.
- Career growth in India's aviation sector.
- Medical facilities, CPF, gratuity, HRA, social security schemes, and other benefits.
- Recruitment for multiple disciplines with opportunities across India.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should satisfy the following conditions:
- Must be an Indian National.
- Educational qualifications should match the requirements of the respective post.
- Manager posts require 3 years of relevant post-qualification work experience.
- Junior Executive posts require qualifications prescribed in the notification.
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Maximum Age:
- Manager: 32 years.
- Junior Executive: 27 years.
- Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
Salary Details
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Manager (Group A – E3 Level) | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 |
| Junior Executive (Group B – E1 Level) | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 |
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance
- Perks @ 35% of Basic Pay
- House Rent Allowance
- CPF
- Gratuity
- Medical Benefits
- Social Security Schemes
- Other admissible benefits as per AAI Rules
Approximate Annual CTC
- Manager: ₹21 lakh per annum
- Junior Executive: ₹14 lakh per annum
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Computer Based Test (Objective Type).
- Application Verification.
- Interview (where applicable).
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination (where applicable).
There will be no negative marking in the Computer Based Test.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 07 September 2026 |
| Computer Based Test | To be announced on the AAI website |
How to Apply
Interested candidates should:
- Visit the official AAI recruitment portal.
- Register online for the desired post.
- Complete the application form with accurate details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application before 07 September 2026.
- Keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Brochure URL
https://cdn.testbook.com/1784723146009-Detailed%20Advertisement%2012-2026-CHQ.pdf/1784723146.pdf
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