AAI Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 389 Manager, Junior Executive Posts

Airports Authority of India (AAI) has invited online applications for 389 Manager and Junior Executive posts under Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT. The application process is currently underway.

Eligible candidates can apply for AAI Manager and Junior Executive Recruitment 2026 through the official AAI website. The last date to submit the application form is September 7, 2026. The recruitment covers multiple disciplines, including Civil Engineering, Finance, Operations, IT, Law and more.

AAI Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights

The recruitment drive includes both Manager and Junior Executive positions across 15 disciplines. Candidates should check the post-specific eligibility requirements before applying.

The table above summarises the most important details of the AAI Recruitment 2026. Candidates should note that the CBT date has not been announced yet.

AAI Vacancy 2026

AAI has announced 260 vacancies for Manager posts and 129 vacancies for Junior Executive posts. Manager (Civil Engineering) has the highest number of vacancies, while Junior Executive (Operations) is the largest Junior Executive category.

The vacancy distribution shows that candidates from engineering, finance, law, operations, IT, architecture and other relevant backgrounds can apply for different posts.

AAI Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of the application deadline and upcoming examination schedule.

• Notification released: July 22, 2026
• Online application started: August 8, 2026
• Last date to apply: September 7, 2026
• Last date for fee payment: September 7, 2026
• CBT date: To be announced
• Admit card: To be announced

The eligibility cut-off date for the recruitment is also September 7, 2026.

AAI Manager and Junior Executive Eligibility Criteria 2026

Eligibility varies according to the post and discipline. Candidates must possess the required educational qualification and, wherever applicable, relevant work experience.

For Junior Executive Posts

• Maximum age: 27 years as on September 7, 2026.
• No prior work experience is generally required.
• Candidates must have the relevant degree or qualification prescribed for their selected discipline.
• Qualifications vary for Finance, Law, Operations and Survey & Cartography posts.

For Manager Posts

• Maximum age: 32 years as on September 7, 2026.
• Candidates generally need three years of relevant post-qualification experience.
• Educational qualifications differ according to the Manager discipline.

Age relaxation is applicable to eligible reserved categories as per AAI rules.

AAI Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Candidates belonging to the General, EWS and OBC categories are required to pay an application fee of INR 1,000, including GST. The fee exemptions apply to eligible SC, ST, PwBD, women candidates and certain AAI apprentices as specified in the notification.

AAI Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process depends on the post. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) is a key stage of the recruitment.

• Computer-Based Test
• Application/document verification
• Interview for applicable Manager posts
• Physical tests for Manager (Fire Services), wherever applicable
• Medical examination

The CBT date and further schedule will be announced by AAI on its official website.

How to Apply for AAI Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can follow these steps to submit the AAI Manager and Junior Executive application form:

1. Visit the official AAI website.
2. Open the recruitment/careers section.
3. Find Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT.
4. Register using the required details.
5. Complete the application form.
6. Upload the required documents.
7. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
8. Submit the form before September 7, 2026.
9. Download and save the confirmation page.

AAI Recruitment 2026: Salary

Selected candidates will receive salary according to their respective pay scales.

• Manager: INR 60,000 to INR 1,80,000
• Junior Executive: INR 40,000 to INR 1,40,000

Additional benefits and allowances will be provided according to applicable AAI rules.

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