AAI Recruitment 2026: Apply 389 Junior Executive Posts

Last updated: 30 August 2026

To apply online for the 389 positions in the AAI Junior Executive Recruitment 2026, check the eligibility criteria, salary, and exam pattern at aai.aero.

The Airports Authority of India launched the Junior Executive recruitment drive for 2026 on 22 July 2026 through advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT, with a total of 389 posts on offer — 260 Manager positions and 129 Junior Executive positions. The online applications will be accepted from 8 August to 7 September 2026 on the website aai.aero. The key point here is that this recruitment is being carried out directly via the Airports Authority's Computer-Based Test — a GATE scorecard is not required for the Junior Executive posts and the CBT has no negative marking, a feature which distinguishes it from most of the engineering public sector unit recruitment exercises this cycle.

Quick Differentiator Box

There is no need for a GATE scorecard and negative marking applies neither to the CBT. The approximate annual CTC for Junior Executive positions is between ₹13 and ₹14 lakh (although the exact figure differs slightly according to the source; you should check the precise amount stated in the official notification PDF) – this represents a truly competitive starting salary for a direct-entry Group B, E-1 grade post. For the Junior Executive posts, no prior work experience is required; for the Manager posts, generally three years of relevant experience after qualification is needed. This difference in experience requirements is the main point of distinction between the two groups in this one combined notification.

AAI Junior Executive Recruitment 2026 — Overview

Stream-Wise Vacancy Table

The number of vacancies is only provisional and may be increased or decreased at the discretion of AAI — although this is a usual provision in most central PSU notifications, it is worth mentioning since candidates often regard the figure given as final.

Eligibility Breakdown

To obtain the position of Junior Executive (Operations), one must have a Science graduation together with a full-time regular two-year MBA, or alternatively, a full-time regular Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology along with a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) licence—temporary or learning licences being excluded. The requirements for the Junior Executive (Finance) and (Law) positions are separately stated in the official PDF. There is no need for any prior work experience for any of the Junior Executive roles in this recruitment drive.

Age limit: For the post of Junior Executive, the maximum age allowed is 27 years, with the date of calculation being 7 September 2026. Relaxation by category: +3 years for OBC-NCL, +5 years for SC/ST, +10 years for PwBD, and for Ex-Servicemen and eligible AAI employees as per government norms.

Salary & Perks Details

The basic monthly salary received after allowing for standard deductions generally falls within the range of ₹50,000 to ₹75,000, depending on the location of the posting—the exact amount will vary according to the HRA city classification that applies, since this classification is not the same for all AAI postings throughout the country.

Application Fee

Exam Pattern — What Makes the AAI CBT Different

The Computer-Based Test consists of objective questions and is available in two languages, Hindi and English, with no penalty applied for wrong answers — this is a significant benefit for candidates who might otherwise avoid answering questions they are unsure about. The number of questions and the way marks are distributed among the sections differs according to subject; however, the date of the CBT exam has not yet been announced and will be published separately on aai.aero when the application period closes.

Selection Process

• Computer-Based Test (CBT) — objective type, no negative marking
• Application Verification for shortlisted candidates
• Where appropriate, further discipline-specific tests will be carried out (for example, checking a driver's licence for those in the Operations department)
• Document Verification, Medical Fitness, and Character/Antecedent checks
• Final Merit List

In addition, the managerial positions have a Personal Interview stage after the CBT; however, for Junior Executive posts, there is no separate interview stage beyond application verification according to the current sourcing; you should check with reference to your specific post code in the official PDF.

Step-by-Step Online Application Guide

1. Go to aai.aero and click on the "Careers" tab.
2. Find the registration link listed against Advt No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT.
3. You must register using a valid personal email address and mobile number since these details cannot be altered after they have been submitted.
4. Please take care when entering the personal, educational, and category information.
5. Upload a scanned photograph, your signature, a thumbprint from your left hand, and a handwritten declaration all according to the specified format and size.
6. Take a live photo using your webcam or mobile phone as described in the process.
7. You must pay the ₹1,000 fee (in cases where it applies) online, then check over your form before submitting it, as no corrections can be made after the form has been finally submitted.
8. Save the e-Receipt and the application form to keep them for reference later.

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In Short

In short: 389 posts, no GATE requirement, and a zero-negative-marking CBT that changes how aggressively you can attempt borderline questions. Junior Executive posts specifically cover Finance, Law, Operations, and Survey & Cartography under this notification — not ATC, despite that assumption circulating elsewhere. Apply before 7 September 2026, and watch aai.aero directly for the CBT date once it's announced.