AAI Junior Executive Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 490+ Vacancies, Eligibility and; Salary

Airports Authority of India (AAI) Junior Executive Recruitment 2026

The Airports Authority of India (AAI), a Miniratna Public Sector Undertaking, has released a fresh notification for the recruitment of 490+ Junior Executives and other administrative posts for the session 2026. This is an exceptional opportunity for graduates and engineers looking for a high-paying central government PSU career without a GATE scorecard.

1. AAI Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

2. Vacancy & Educational Qualifications

Candidates applying must possess a regular full-time degree in the relevant discipline. Detailed post breakdown is given below:

• Junior Executive (Air Traffic Control - ATC): Bachelor's Degree in Science (B.Sc.) with Physics and Mathematics OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in any discipline.
• Junior Executive (Official Language): Post Graduation in Hindi with English as a subject at the graduation level.
• Junior Executive (Information Technology): B.E / B.Tech degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / IT.

Age Limit (As on 01-06-2026): Maximum age should not exceed 27 years for General/UR candidates. Standard upper age relaxations apply: OBC (NCL) - 3 years, SC/ST - 5 years.

3. Pay Scale & CTC Package

AAI offers one of the best remuneration packages in the public sector domain:

• Designation: Junior Executive (Group-A / E-1 Level)
• Pay Scale: ₹40,000 - 3% - ₹1,40,000/-
• Emoluments: Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, and Perks (35% of basic pay) along with CPF, Gratuity, and Medical benefits.
• Total CTC: The approximate CTC per annum for a Junior Executive is around ₹13 Lakhs per year.

4. Computer Based Test (CBT) Pattern

The online selection test features objective multiple-choice structure with No Negative Marking, making it highly competitive:

• Part-A (50% Weightage): English Language, General Intelligence/Reasoning, General Aptitude/Numerical Ability, and General Knowledge.
• Part-B (50% Weightage): Core Technical Subjects (e.g., Physics and Mathematics for ATC posts).

5. How to Apply Online via AAI Portal

1. Go to the official website of the authority: www.aai.aero.
2. Navigate to the 'Careers' tab and open the advertisement link for Junior Executives 2026.
3. Click on 'Registration' and fill in your basic personal details.
4. Log in with your system-generated ID to fill the main form and select exam center choices.
5. Upload formal passport photographs and clean scanned signature scripts.
6. Settle the non-refundable application processing fee of ₹1000/- online (SC/ST/Female candidates are completely exempted).
7. Submit and take a hard copy printout of the application form confirmation page.