Airports Authority of India (AAI), a Mini Ratna Category-1 Public Sector Enterprise under the Government of India, has released a major recruitment notification for 2026, inviting applications for Manager and Junior Executive posts across multiple disciplines. This AAI Recruitment 2026 drive covers a total of 389 vacancies spread across streams such as Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Finance, Information Technology, Architecture, Law, Fire Services, Airport Operations, Commercial, Corporate Planning, Corporate Communications, and Survey & Cartography. It is one of the most awaited government job opportunities for engineering graduates, MBA holders, law graduates, finance professionals, and other specialists looking to build a long-term career in the aviation sector. AAI plays a critical role in developing, upgrading, and managing airport infrastructure and air traffic services across the country, making this an attractive employer for candidates seeking stability along with meaningful work. Selected candidates will get to contribute directly to India's rapidly growing aviation industry while enjoying the benefits of a well-established public sector career, including structured pay scales, allowances, and long-term growth prospects. The recruitment process for this AAI vacancy 2026 is entirely online, and eligible candidates can apply through the official AAI website. The selection procedure is primarily based on a Computer Based Test (CBT), which will be followed by additional stages such as Application Verification, Interview (for Manager-level posts), and specialised tests for certain posts like Manager (Fire Services), which include Physical Measurement, Driving, and Physical Endurance Tests. Candidates applying for Manager posts should note the upper age limit of 32 years, while those applying for Junior Executive posts must be within 27 years of age, both reckoned as on the cut-off date. Standard age relaxations apply for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), PwBD, and Ex-servicemen candidates as per government norms. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates from engineering, finance, law, IT, architecture, mass communication, and statistics backgrounds to secure a stable and rewarding career with a leading Central Government enterprise. Given the wide range of posts on offer, this AAI Manager and Junior Executive Recruitment 2026 is suitable for both fresh postgraduates with relevant experience and working professionals looking to switch to a government job with strong long-term benefits. Interested and eligible candidates are strongly advised to read the detailed notification carefully before applying, ensure they meet all eligibility criteria, and complete their online application well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues. Since AAI is a much sought-after employer among PSU aspirants, competition for this recruitment is expected to be high, so early and accurate application submission is recommended.
Authority - Central Government
Application Mode - Online
Job Type - Regular
Advertisement - 12/2026/CHQ/DRโCBT
Posted On
10 Aug 2026, 10:04 pm
Total Posts
389
Organization
Airports Authority of India (AAI)
| Sl. No | Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manager (Engg-Civil) | 145 | Rs. 60,000 โ 3% โ 1,80,000 (IDA) |
| 2 | Manager (Engg-Elect) | 16 | Rs. 60,000 โ 3% โ 1,80,000 (IDA) |
| 3 | Manager (Finance) | 34 | Rs. 60,000 โ 3% โ 1,80,000 (IDA) |
| 4 | Manager (Information Technology) | 5 | Rs. 60,000 โ 3% โ 1,80,000 (IDA) |
| 5 | Manager (Architecture) | 4 | Rs. 60,000 โ 3% โ 1,80,000 (IDA) |
| 6 | Manager (Law) | 2 | Rs. 60,000 โ 3% โ 1,80,000 (IDA) |
| 7 | Manager (Fire Services) | 14 | Rs. 60,000 โ 3% โ 1,80,000 (IDA) |
| 8 | Manager (Operations) | 28 | Rs. 60,000 โ 3% โ 1,80,000 (IDA) |
| 9 | Manager (Commercial) | 9 | Rs. 60,000 โ 3% โ 1,80,000 (IDA) |
| 10 | Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | 1 | Rs. 60,000 โ 3% โ 1,80,000 (IDA) |
| 11 | Manager (Corporate Communications) | 2 | Rs. 60,000 โ 3% โ 1,80,000 (IDA) |
| 12 | Junior Executive (Finance) | 36 | Rs. 40,000 โ 3% โ 1,40,000 (IDA) |
| 13 | Junior Executive (Law) | 6 | Rs. 40,000 โ 3% โ 1,40,000 (IDA) |
| 14 | Junior Executive (Operations) | 79 | Rs. 40,000 โ 3% โ 1,40,000 (IDA) |
| 15 | Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | 8 | Rs. 40,000 โ 3% โ 1,40,000 (IDA) |
Kindly read the complete official notification carefully before applying!

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