Overview for AAI Recruitment 2026
Airports Authority of India, also known as AAI, is a Government of India Public Sector Enterprise constituted by an Act of Parliament. The organization is responsible for creating, upgrading, maintaining and managing civil aviation infrastructure on the ground and in the air space of the country. The notification also states that AAI has Mini Ratna Category 1 status.
Through Advertisement No. 14/2026/CHQ/SSCOs, AAI has invited applications from retired Short Service Commission Officers of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force and Indian Coast Guard for engagement as Consultants.
Important Dates:
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Airports Authority of India |
| Advertisement No. | 14/2026/CHQ/SSCOs |
| Post | Consultant, Short Service Commission Officers |
| Nature of Engagement | Contract Basis |
| Total Vacancies | 39 |
| Eligible Candidates | Retired Short Service Commission Officers |
| Services | Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, Indian Coast Guard |
| Initial Engagement | 1 Year |
| Maximum Age | 50 Years |
| Application Mode | |
| Application Email | chqrectt@aai.aero |
| Opening Date | 17.09.2026 |
| Last Date | 01.10.2026 |
Vacancy:
- Total Vacancies: 39
| Airport / Location | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Pune Airport, for Surface Movement Control | 11 |
| Kanpur Airport | 2 |
| Purnea Airport | 4 |
| Goa, Dabolim Airport | 15 |
| Port Blair Airport, for Surface Movement Control | 4 |
| Darbhanga Airport | 3 |
| 39 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates should have:
- A Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
- The required professional qualification includes Basic ATC Course, ATM and AL Basic, and GCA/ATSS Course.
Required Professional Experience
The candidate should have:
- Undertaken ATC duties for a minimum of 5 years on a cumulative basis.
- At least 1 year of ATC duties should have been performed at a Joint User Defence Airfield.
The notification is specifically intended for retired Short Service Commission Officers of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force and Indian Coast Guard
Application Fees:
AAI clearly mentions that it does not charge any fees for this purpose
Educational Qualification Details:
AAI requires candidates to possess the following academic background for eligibility:
- Graduate Apprentices: A full-time regular four-year engineering degree or a three-year degree such as B.Com, BA, B.Sc, BBA or BCA from a recognized university.
- Diploma Apprentices: A full-time three-year regular diploma approved by AICTE in the relevant discipline.
Age Limit:
| Post Name | Age Limit |
| Consultant | Maximum – 50 Years |
Selection Procedure
- The selection process described in the notification is based on shortlisting and interview.
- Only candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria can apply. AAI will shortlist applicants for application verification and interview. The final selection will be based on the merit ranking of the interview.
- The notification also makes it clear that simply submitting an application or meeting the eligibility conditions does not automatically entitle a candidate to be called for interview or selection.
Selection Process in Simple Steps
- Selection based on merit ranking of the interview.
- Submission of application by email.
- Scrutiny and shortlisting of eligible applicants.
- Application verification.
- Interview.
How to Apply:
Candidates have to apply in the prescribed application format given as Annexure 1 of the notification.
- The application must be accompanied by self attested copies of all necessary supporting documents, educational qualification documents and work experience documents. The completed application and documents must be sent by email to: Email: chqrectt@aai.aero/
- The last date for submission is 01.10.2026. Applications through any other mode will not be accepted
Important Documents:
The candidates needs to keep the following documents ready at the time of document verification.
- The application should include documents supporting:
- Other information provided in the application form.
- Educational qualifications.
- Professional qualifications.
- Work experience.
Important Links
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Submission of Applications by Email | 17.09.2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Application | 01.10.2026 |
| Interview Schedule | Will be intimated later to shortlisted candidates through registered email |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
AAI Recruitment 2026 – FAQ
What is the AAI Recruitment 2026 for Short Service Commission Officers?
AAI Advertisement No. 14/2026/CHQ/SSCOs is for engagement of retired Short Service Commission Officers as Consultants in AAI on contract basis
How many vacancies are available?
The notification provides a total of 39 Consultant positions.
How much ATC experience is required?
Candidates should have undertaken ATC duties for a minimum of five years cumulatively, including at least one year of ATC duties at a Joint User Defence Airfield.
What is the initial contract period?
The initial engagement is for one year. It may be extended by another year at a time, subject to the conditions in the notification