AAI Manager, Junior Executive Online Form 2026 (389 Posts) | Advt. No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT
Airports Authority of India (AAI) has released the recruitment notification for Manager and Junior Executive posts under Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT. This recruitment covers 389 vacancies across 15 post codes in engineering, management, finance, IT, law, operations, commercial, architecture, and fire services disciplines. Eligible candidates can apply online from 08 August 2026 to 07 September 2026. Read the complete details of the notification, including eligibility, age limit, application fee, vacancy distribution, selection process, and how to apply, given below.
About the Recruitment
AAI has issued this notification to fill Manager (11 disciplines) and Junior Executive (4 disciplines) posts across various airports and offices under its administration. This is a PSU-level recruitment offering an attractive salary package, making it a highly competitive opportunity for both freshers and experienced professionals. Candidates can apply for multiple posts by submitting separate applications and paying the fee separately for each one, provided they meet the eligibility criteria for those posts. AAI has also clarified that the number of vacancies is tentative and may be increased or decreased at its discretion, so candidates should keep checking the official notification for any updates.
Important Dates
| Application Begin | 08/08/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 07/09/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07/09/2026 |
| Eligibility Reckoning Date | 07/09/2026 |
| Selection Mode | Computer Based Test + Application Verification/Subsequent Tests + Interview |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000 (inclusive of GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women / AAI Apprentices (1 yr completed) | Exempted |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / IMPS / UPI / Mobile Wallets) |
Candidates should note that bank transaction charges, if applicable, will be borne by the candidate. It is advisable to keep a copy of the payment receipt for future reference in case of any discrepancy during the application process.
Age Limit (as on 07/09/2026)
| Manager Posts | Maximum 32 Years |
| Junior Executive Posts | Maximum 27 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government of India rules for reserved categories |
Eligibility Criteria
For Manager posts, candidates should possess a full-time Bachelor’s Degree, Postgraduate Degree, MBA/PGDM, CA/CMA/CFA, or an equivalent qualification in the relevant discipline, along with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. For Junior Executive posts, eligibility varies by discipline and generally requires a full-time Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant field. It is strongly recommended that applicants go through the detailed official notification PDF for post-code-wise educational qualification and experience requirements before applying, since these vary significantly between the 15 post codes.
Vacancy Details (Total: 389 Posts)
| Post Category | Number of Disciplines |
|---|---|
| Manager | 11 Disciplines |
| Junior Executive | 4 Disciplines |
| Total | 389 Posts |
Manager posts (E-3 level) carry a pay scale of ₹60,000–₹1,80,000 (IDA), with an approximate annual CTC of ₹21 lakh. Junior Executive posts carry separate pay scales as mentioned in the official notification. Bracketed PwBD vacancies indicate unfilled vacancies carried forward from previous recruitment cycles.
Selection Process
Selection for Manager posts (Post Codes 1–11) involves a Computer Based Test, followed by Application Verification or Subsequent Tests, and an Interview. For Manager (Fire Services), the process also includes Physical Measurement, Driving Test, and Physical Efficiency Test in addition to the standard stages. Junior Executive posts follow a similar Computer Based Test and verification process, with discipline-specific additional tests where applicable. Candidates should check the exact selection stages for their chosen post code in the official notification, as the process differs across disciplines.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the online application: recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature, educational qualification certificates and marksheets, experience certificates (for Manager posts), category certificate (if applicable), and a valid ID proof such as Aadhaar card.
How to Apply Online
- Read the official notification (Advt No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT) carefully before applying.
- Visit the official website: aai.aero
- Go to the Careers section and click on the Manager/Junior Executive Recruitment 2026 link.
- Register with basic details and create login credentials.
- Select the post code you are eligible and wish to apply for.
- Fill in personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents in the specified format.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the available online modes.
- Review the form carefully in preview mode before final submission.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | aai.aero |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for AAI Manager, Junior Executive Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 07 September 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 389 posts are available across 11 Manager disciplines and 4 Junior Executive disciplines.
Q3. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹1,000, inclusive of GST. SC, ST, PwBD, Women candidates, and AAI Apprentices with 1 year of completed apprenticeship are exempted.
Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
The maximum age is 32 years for Manager posts and 27 years for Junior Executive posts, as on 07 September 2026.