AAI Manager, Junior Executive Online Form 2026 for 389 Posts
Airports Authority of India (AAI), a Mini Ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India, has released the notification for direct recruitment to Manager (Group-A, E-3) and Junior Executive (Group-B, E-1) posts in various disciplines under Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT dated 22 July 2026. A total of 389 posts are available across 15 disciplines including Engineering, Management, Finance, Law, Operations, Commercial, Corporate Planning, Corporate Communications, Architecture and Fire Services. Candidates can apply online from 08 August 2026 to 07 September 2026.
Important: The last date to apply online and pay the examination fee is 07 September 2026. Candidates must apply only through the official AAI careers portal at aai.aero. Applications submitted through any other medium will not be accepted.
Overview | Important Dates | Application Fee | Age Limit | Vacancy Details | Eligibility | Selection Process | How to Apply | Important Links | FAQs
Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Airports Authority of India (AAI), Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India |
| Post Name | Manager (Group-A, E-3) and Junior Executive (Group-B, E-1) in various disciplines |
| Advertisement Number | 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT |
| Advertisement Date | 22 July 2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 389 Posts (260 Manager + 129 Junior Executive) |
| Application Begin | 08 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 07 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07 September 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Application Mode | Online only, via AAI careers portal |
| Job Location | AAI Offices, Airports and Units across India |
| Official Website | aai.aero |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release Date | 22/07/2026 |
| Online Registration Begins | 08/08/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 07/09/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07/09/2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
Do not wait until the final day for online submission. Complete the application well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0/- (Nil) |
| All Category Female | ₹0/- (Nil) |
| Payment Mode | Online / Offline fee mode as prescribed in the notification |
Fee-exempt applicants should still complete the full online application and final submission. An application without final submission is treated as incomplete even where no fee is payable. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable and cannot be carried forward to another exam or selection.
AAI Manager, Junior Executive Age Limit as on 07/09/2026
| Age Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | Not specified (as per official notification) |
| Maximum Age (Junior Executive) | 27 Years |
| Maximum Age (Manager) | 32 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Extra as per AAI Manager, Junior Executive Examination 2026 Rules Advt. No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT |
Age relaxation is available for reserved and special categories according to applicable AAI and Government of India rules. Candidates should calculate their age with reference to 07 September 2026 and check the official notification for category-specific relaxation.
AAI Manager, Junior Executive Vacancy Details – Total 389 Post
| Post Name | Total Post | AAI Manager, Junior Executive Exam Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Executive (Finance) | 36 | MBA with Finance / PG Diploma in Management with Specialization in Finance OR CA / CFA. |
| Junior Executive (Law) | 06 | Bachelor Degree in Law (3 year / 5 Year) From Any Recognized University in India. Enrolled with Bar Council in India. |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | 79 | Bachelor Degree in Science with MBA OR Bachelor Degree in Engineering. |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | 08 | BE / B.Tech Degree in Civil OR M.SC Degree in Geography OR Master in remote Sensing and Geographic Information System or Master in Geo Informatics or Master in Geomatics. More eligibility read the notification. |
| Manager (Engg-Civil) | 145 | BE / B.Tech Degree in Related Trade with 3 Year Experience. |
| Manager (Engg-Elect) | 16 | BE / B.Tech Degree in Related Trade with 3 Year Experience. |
| Manager (Finance) | 34 | MBA with Finance Specialization OR PG Diploma in Management with Finance Specialization. 3 Year Experience. |
| Manager (Information Technology) | 05 | BE / B.Tech Degree in Computer Science / Engineering / IT OR MCA. 3 Year Experience. |
| Manager (Architecture) | 04 | Bachelor Degree in Architecture and registered with Council of Architecture. 3 Year Experience. |
| Manager (Law) | 02 | Bachelor Degree (3 Year / 5 Year) Law from Any Recognized University in India. Enrolled with Bar Council. 3 Year Experience. |
| Manager (Fire Services) | 14 | BE / B.Tech Degree in Fire Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Automobile Engineering. 3 Year Experience. |
| Manager (Operations) | 28 | Bachelor Degree in Science B.SC with MBA OR Bachelor Degree in Engineering. 3 Year Experience. |
| Manager (Commercial) | 09 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with MBA in Marketing Specialization OR Bachelor Degree in Engineering. 3 Year Experience. |
| Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | 01 | Master Degree in Mathematical Statistics / Operation Research / Statistics/ Applied Statistics / Economics with Statistics / Mathematics with Statistics. 3 Year Experience. |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | 02 | Bachelor Degree in Mass Communication / Journalism / Literature (Hindi/English) and PG Degree / Diploma in Journalism / Mass Media / Mass Communication. 3 Year Experience. |
| Total | 389 | Post-wise qualification and experience conditions apply. |
Category Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAI Manager, Junior Executive | Soon | Soon | Soon | Soon | Soon | 389 |
The category-wise vacancy breakup should be checked in the detailed official advertisement. The exact reservation roster, PwBD and other special-category details are governed by the applicable AAI and Government of India rules.
Detailed Eligibility
Junior Executive (Finance), 36 Posts
- Qualification: MBA with Finance / PG Diploma in Management with Specialization in Finance OR CA / CFA.
- Candidates should verify the exact degree nomenclature and specialization code from the official notification.
Junior Executive (Law), 06 Posts
- Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Law (3 year / 5 Year) From Any Recognized University in India.
- Registration: Must be enrolled with Bar Council in India.
Junior Executive (Operations), 79 Posts
- Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Science with MBA OR Bachelor Degree in Engineering.
- Candidates should verify the exact discipline and degree nomenclature from the official notification.
Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography), 08 Posts
- Qualification Option 1: BE / B.Tech Degree in Civil.
- Qualification Option 2: M.SC Degree in Geography OR Master in remote Sensing and Geographic Information System or Master in Geo Informatics or Master in Geomatics.
- Candidates should verify the exact degree nomenclature and specialization code from the official notification.
Manager (Engg-Civil), 145 Posts
- Qualification: BE / B.Tech Degree in Related Trade (Civil Engineering or allied disciplines as specified).
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Manager (Engg-Elect), 16 Posts
- Qualification: BE / B.Tech Degree in Related Trade (Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation or allied disciplines as specified).
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Manager (Finance), 34 Posts
- Qualification: MBA with Finance Specialization OR PG Diploma in Management with Finance Specialization.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Manager (Information Technology), 05 Posts
- Qualification: BE / B.Tech Degree in Computer Science / Engineering / IT OR MCA.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Manager (Architecture), 04 Posts
- Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Architecture and registered with Council of Architecture.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Manager (Law), 02 Posts
- Qualification: Bachelor Degree (3 Year / 5 Year) Law from Any Recognized University in India.
- Registration: Enrolled with Bar Council.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Manager (Fire Services), 14 Posts
- Qualification: BE / B.Tech Degree in Fire Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Automobile Engineering.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Manager (Operations), 28 Posts
- Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Science B.SC with MBA OR Bachelor Degree in Engineering.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Manager (Commercial), 09 Posts
- Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with MBA in Marketing Specialization OR Bachelor Degree in Engineering.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services), 01 Post
- Qualification: Master Degree in Mathematical Statistics / Operation Research / Statistics/ Applied Statistics / Economics with Statistics / Mathematics with Statistics.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Manager (Corporate Communications), 02 Posts
- Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Mass Communication / Journalism / Literature (Hindi/English) and PG Degree / Diploma in Journalism / Mass Media / Mass Communication.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Selection Procedure
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Application | Applicants submit the Manager/Junior Executive online form through the AAI Recruitment Portal. |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | Eligible candidates will be called for a CBT examination as per the schedule notified by AAI. |
| Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates are called for verification of original qualification, experience, identity, category and other documents. |
| Final Selection | Selection is made according to the applicable merit, CBT performance, verification outcome and fulfilment of all eligibility conditions. |
The detailed selection procedure, CBT scheme, syllabus, qualifying marks and merit procedure should be confirmed from the official detailed advertisement and subsequent AAI notices.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official AAI website – aai.aero – and open the Careers section.
- Find the advertisement for Manager & Junior Executive Recruitment (Advt. No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT).
- Download and read the complete advertisement before starting the application.
- Register with an active email ID and mobile number.
- Select the appropriate post (Manager or Junior Executive) after checking your qualification and experience.
- Enter personal details, educational qualification, experience details and category information carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, certificates, experience letters and other required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay ₹1,000 online, where applicable; fee-exempt categories should complete the form without payment.
- Check the preview and every column carefully before final submission.
- Submit the form before 07 September 2026 and take a printout of the final application.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size colour photograph.
- Scanned signature.
- Left thumb impression.
- Handwritten declaration.
- Identity proof.
- Address proof.
- BE/B.Tech/MBA/MCA/LLB/BCA/B.Sc/M.Sc/B.Arch or other applicable degree certificate and marksheets.
- Experience certificates clearly stating designation, duration and nature of work.
- Bar Council registration certificate, where applicable.
- Council of Architecture registration certificate, where applicable.
- Category certificate for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD, wherever applicable.
- Any other document specified in the official advertisement.
Important Instructions
Before submitting: Check your post choice, qualification, discipline, experience calculation, category and uploaded documents. Ensure the experience certificates support the exact number of years required.
- Read the full notification before applying.
- Apply only through the official AAI careers portal – aai.aero.
- Do not submit incorrect or unsupported experience claims.
- Keep the registered email ID and mobile number active.
- Do not wait for the last date; submit the application well before 07 September 2026.
- Retain the final submitted application printout and fee receipt, where applicable.
- Selected candidates may be posted at any AAI office, airport or unit across India.
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – AAI Manager, Junior Executive | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Advt. No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT) | Click Here |
| AAI Official Website | Click Here |
| CBT Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Latest Jobs | Visit Online Janseva |
| Learning Quizzes | Practice Now |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When did the AAI Manager, Junior Executive Online Form 2026 application process start?
The online application process started on 08 August 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to apply online is 07 September 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 389 posts are available – 260 Manager posts and 129 Junior Executive posts across 15 disciplines.
Q4. What is the application fee?
General, OBC and EWS candidates pay ₹1,000. SC, ST, PH and all female candidates are exempt from the fee.
Q5. What is the age limit?
The maximum age limit is 27 years for Junior Executive posts and 32 years for Manager posts, subject to applicable relaxation.
Q6. What is the qualification for Junior Executive (Operations)?
Bachelor Degree in Science with MBA OR Bachelor Degree in Engineering.
Q7. What is the qualification for Manager (Engg-Civil)?
BE / B.Tech Degree in Related Trade (Civil Engineering or allied disciplines) with 3 years' experience.
Q8. Is experience mandatory for Manager posts?
Yes. All Manager posts require minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Q9. Where can I find the official notification?
The official notification (Advt. No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT) is available on the AAI careers page.
Q10. Where will selected candidates be posted?
Selected candidates may be posted at any AAI office, airport or unit across India.
Q11. Where can I find latest jobs and quizzes?
Visit Online Janseva for latest job updates and learning quizzes.
Final Advice
AAI Manager and Junior Executive Recruitment 2026 is a valuable PSU opportunity for engineering, management, law, finance, operations, commercial, architecture, fire services and corporate planning professionals. Candidates should verify their exact discipline, qualification and years of relevant experience against the post-wise requirements, apply well before the deadline of 07 September 2026, and retain proof of submission and payment.
Disclaimer: This article is prepared for informational purposes using the Airports Authority of India (AAI) Manager and Junior Executive Recruitment 2026 notification (Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT) and publicly available recruitment information checked on 27 August 2026. Vacancy, eligibility, age, fee, pay scale, selection process and dates may be amended by AAI. Always read the complete official notification and verify the latest information on the official AAI website before applying.
