AAI Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment 2026 – 389 Posts
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has released a recruitment notification for 389 Manager and Junior Executive posts in 2026. This is a strong opportunity if you are a graduate or postgraduate in engineering, finance, law, operations, IT, architecture or a related field and want a Central-government PSU career in India's aviation sector. Online applications open on 08 August 2026 and the last date to apply is 07 September 2026, so you have a clear window to prepare and submit your form. The vacancies cover 4 Junior Executive streams and 11 Manager streams, including a large 145-post Manager (Civil) block. Full details on vacancies, eligibility, dates, fee, pay and how to apply are given below.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Post Name |
|---|---|
| Junior Executive (Finance) | 36 |
| Junior Executive (Law) | 6 |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | 79 |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | 8 |
| Manager (Engg-Civil) | 145 |
| Manager (Engg-Elect) | 16 |
| Manager (Finance) | 34 |
| Manager (IT) | 5 |
| Manager (Architecture) | 4 |
| Manager (Law) | 2 |
| Manager (Fire Services) | 14 |
| Manager (Operations) | 28 |
| Manager (Commercial) | 9 |
| Manager (Corporate Planning & Management) | 1 |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | 2 |
| Total | 389 |
Eligibility
| Educational Qualification | The qualification depends on the post you apply for. Broadly: Junior Executive (Finance) needs an MBA/PG Diploma in Finance or CA/CFA; Junior Executive (Law) needs a Bachelor's Degree in Law (3 or 5 year) with Bar Council enrolment; Junior Executive (Operations) needs a B.Sc with MBA or an Engineering degree; and Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) needs BE/B.Tech (Civil) or M.Sc in Geography/Remote Sensing/GIS/Geomatics. Manager posts require the relevant Bachelor's/Master's degree in the specialisation along with 3 years of experience. Always check the official notification for the exact qualification for your specific post. |
| Age Limit | The maximum age is calculated as on 07 September 2026. For all Junior Executive posts the upper age limit is 27 years, and for Manager posts it is 32 years. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD and other reserved categories applies as per AAI rules. Check the official notification for the exact relaxation applicable to your category. |
| Age Relaxation | Junior Executive: max 27 yrs; Manager: max 32 yrs; relaxation as per AAI rules. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 23 July 2026 |
| Application Start | 08 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | Refer official notification |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹0 (Free) |
| Female Candidates | ₹0 (Free) |
Salary / Pay
AAI did not state exact pay figures in this recruitment summary, so treat the following as indicative of AAI's standard IDA pay scales. Junior Executive posts typically fall in the E-1 scale (around ₹40,000–₹1,40,000) and Manager posts in the E-2 scale (around ₹50,000–₹1,60,000), plus DA, HRA, perks and other allowances as per AAI rules. Confirm the exact pay level and in-hand salary from the official notification before applying.
Selection Process
Selection is based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by further stages such as an interview and document verification for shortlisted candidates, as per the notification. For applicable posts, experience and specialisation are also considered. The exam date has not been fixed yet and will be announced as per AAI's schedule. Refer to the official notification for the full stage-wise selection process.
How to Apply
Apply online only through the official AAI portal at aai.aero. The application window is 08 August 2026 to 07 September 2026. Steps: register with a valid email and mobile number, log in and fill the application form, upload your photo, signature and required documents, pay the application fee online, and submit the form before the last date. Take a printout of the final submitted form for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many total vacancies are there in AAI Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment 2026?
There are 389 total posts — 129 Junior Executive posts across 4 streams and 260 Manager posts across 11 streams, including 145 for Manager (Civil).
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 07 September 2026. Applications start on 08 August 2026.
What is the application fee?
₹1,000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST/PwD and all female candidates are exempted (free).
What is the age limit?
As on 07 September 2026, the maximum age is 27 years for Junior Executive posts and 32 years for Manager posts, with relaxation as per AAI rules.
How will candidates be selected?
Selection is through a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by an interview and document verification for shortlisted candidates, as per the notification.