Airports Authority of India AAI has set 7 September 2026 as the last date to apply online for Junior Executive and Manager Recruitment 2026. A total of 389 vacancies have been announced under Advertisement No 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT including 260 Manager posts and 129 Junior Executive posts across various disciplines such as Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering Finance Law Operations and others. Online applications started on 8 August 2026. Upper age limit is 32 years for Manager posts and 27 years for Junior Executive posts as on 7 September 2026. Candidates need relevant degree or post graduation qualification with experience required for Manager posts. Selection process includes Computer Based Test followed by interview or document verification and other tests as applicable. Pay scale for Manager is Rs 60000 to 180000 and for Junior Executive is Rs 40000 to 140000. Eligible candidates should apply through the official website aai.aero before the deadline today.
The online application window for AAI Junior Executive and Manager Recruitment 2026 closes today 7 September 2026. Candidates who have not yet applied should complete the process immediately to avoid last minute issues.
Applications are accepted online only. No other mode of application will be entertained.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | July August 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 08 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General OBC EWS | Rs 1000 per post |
| SC ST PwBD Women AAI Apprentices | Exempted |
The application fee is non refundable and payable online only.
Age Limit
| Post | Upper Age Limit as on 07 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Manager | 32 Years |
| Junior Executive | 27 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable for SC ST OBC PwBD and other reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Manager Engineering Civil | 145 |
| Manager Engineering 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 and Management Services | 01 |
| Manager Corporate Communications | 02 |
| Junior Executive Finance | 36 |
| Junior Executive Law | 06 |
| Junior Executive Operations | 79 |
| Junior Executive Survey and Cartography | 08 |
| Total | 389 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Manager Posts | Relevant Degree or Post Graduation with required percentage and minimum three years post qualification experience in the relevant field as specified in the notification |
| Junior Executive Posts | Relevant Degree or Post Graduation as per the post. No prior experience required for most Junior Executive posts |
Candidates must possess the prescribed qualification from a recognised university or institution. Detailed eligibility for each post is available in the official notification.
Selection Process
The selection process for AAI Junior Executive and Manager Recruitment 2026 begins with a Computer Based Test CBT. There is no negative marking in the CBT.
Candidates who qualify the CBT will be called for Application Verification Interview or subsequent tests as applicable for the post such as Physical Measurement Test or Physical Endurance Test for certain disciplines.
Final selection will be based on the performance in CBT and Interview or other tests along with document verification. Merit list will be prepared accordingly.
How to Apply Online for AAI Recruitment 2026
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official website of Airports Authority of India at aai.aero |
| 2 | Go to the Careers or Recruitment section |
| 3 | Click on the link for Advt No 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT Manager and Junior Executive |
| 4 | Complete the registration with valid email ID and mobile number |
| 5 | Fill the online application form with personal educational and experience details |
| 6 | Upload photograph signature and required documents |
| 7 | Pay the application fee if applicable |
| 8 | Submit the form and download the confirmation page |
Candidates should ensure that all details entered in the application form are correct and match their original documents. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click here |
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Download Notification | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions
[What is the last date to apply for AAI Junior Executive and Manager Recruitment 2026?]
[The last date to apply online is 7 September 2026.]
[How many vacancies are there in AAI Recruitment 2026?]
[A total of 389 vacancies have been announced including 260 Manager posts and 129 Junior Executive posts.]
[What is the age limit for AAI Manager and Junior Executive posts?]
[Upper age limit is 32 years for Manager posts and 27 years for Junior Executive posts as on 7 September 2026 with relaxation for reserved categories.]
[Is there any application fee for AAI Recruitment 2026?]
[Yes. General OBC and EWS candidates need to pay Rs 1000. SC ST PwBD Women and AAI Apprentices are exempted.]
[What is the selection process for AAI posts?]
[Selection is based on Computer Based Test followed by Interview Document Verification or other applicable tests.]
[Where can candidates apply for AAI Recruitment 2026?]
[Candidates can apply online through the official website aai.aero.]
The online application process for AAI Junior Executive and Manager Recruitment 2026 closes today 7 September 2026. Eligible candidates should submit their applications on the official portal before the deadline.