AAI Announces 389 Vacancies for Manager and Junior Executive Roles
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has released a recruitment notification for 389 posts of Manager and Junior Executive. The selected candidates will receive a salary of up to ₹1.8 lakh per month, making it one of the most attractive government job opportunities in 2026. The online application process is expected to begin in August 2026.
Breakdown of Vacancies
According to the official notification, the 389 vacancies are distributed across various departments. The Manager positions include roles in Finance, HR, and Engineering, while Junior Executive posts cover areas like Fire Services, Operations, and IT. The exact number of vacancies per category will be specified in the detailed advertisement.
"We aim to fill these positions with talented professionals who can contribute to the modernization of our airports," said an AAI spokesperson. "The salary package is competitive and includes allowances as per government norms."
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Eligibility Criteria
For Manager posts, candidates must have a bachelor's degree in relevant discipline with minimum 60% marks and relevant work experience. For Junior Executive, a bachelor's degree and age limit of 27 years apply. Age relaxation for reserved categories is as per government rules.
Application Process and Deadline
Interested candidates can apply online through the official AAI website. The application fee is ₹1,000 for general category and nil for SC/ST/PWD. The last date to submit applications is likely in September 2026. Candidates must keep scanned documents ready for upload.
Selection Procedure
The selection will be based on a two-stage process: written examination followed by document verification and interview. The written exam will be objective type covering general awareness, reasoning, quantitative aptitude, and domain knowledge. Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview in early 2027.
Salary and Benefits
Selected Managers will draw a basic pay of ₹60,000 per month with grade pay, while Junior Executives will get ₹40,000. With allowances, the total emolument can reach up to ₹1.8 lakh per month for Managers. Other benefits include medical insurance, provident fund, and housing facility.
Important Dates
The official notification will be published on the AAI website on August 1, 2026. Online applications will be accepted from August 5 to September 5, 2026. The written exam is tentatively scheduled for October 2026. Candidates are advised to check the website for updates.
How to Prepare
Experts suggest focusing on current affairs, aviation sector updates, and numerical ability. Previous year question papers can be downloaded from the official portal. Mock tests are available on various platforms. "Candidates should allocate at least 3-4 hours daily for preparation over two months," advises career coach Rakesh Sharma.
Contact Information
For queries, candidates can reach the AAI recruitment helpline or email. All correspondence will be through the official website only. No offline applications will be accepted.
