AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 140 Graduate, Diploma & ITI Apprentice Vacancies
The Airports Authority of India (AAI), a Mini Ratna Category-I Public Sector Enterprise, has released Advertisement No. 01/2026/ER/APPRENTICE for the engagement of Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
Candidates belonging to West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands who have completed their Degree, Diploma, or ITI in 2024 or later are eligible to apply.
The apprenticeship training will be conducted for one year at the Regional Headquarters and various airports under AAI Eastern Region.
AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026/ER/APPRENTICE |
| Post Name | Graduate, Diploma & ITI Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 140 |
| Training Duration | One Year |
| Job Location | Eastern Region Airports |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Graduate/Diploma Portal | NATS |
| ITI Portal | Apprenticeship India (NAPS) |
AAI Apprentice Vacancy 2026
| Category | Vacancies | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 35 | ₹15,000 |
| Diploma Apprentice | 35 | ₹12,000 |
| ITI Apprentice | 70 | ₹9,600 (1st Year), ₹10,560 (2nd Year where applicable) |
| Total | 140 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should:
- Be Indian Nationals.
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Belong to Eastern Region states:
- West Bengal
- Odisha
- Bihar
- Jharkhand
- Chhattisgarh
- Sikkim
- Andaman & Nicobar Islands
- Have passed Degree/Diploma/ITI during 2024 or later (as on 30 June 2026).
- Register on the respective apprenticeship portal before applying.
AAI Apprentice Stipend 2026
| Apprentice Type | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Graduate | ₹15,000 |
| Diploma | ₹12,000 |
| ITI | ₹9,600 (First Year) |
| ITI (Eligible Second Year) | ₹10,560 |
Training Locations
Selected apprentices may be posted at:
- RHQ Eastern Region, Kolkata
- Bagdogra Airport
- Patna Airport
- Gaya Airport
- Ranchi Airport
- Raipur Airport
- Bhubaneswar Airport
- Jharsuguda Airport
- Pakyong Airport
- VSI Airport, Sri Vijaya Puram
How to Apply for AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
For Graduate & Diploma Apprentices
- Visit the NATS Portal.
- Register yourself.
- Search the AAI Eastern Region Establishment ID.
- Apply online.
- Submit the application.
For ITI Apprentices
- Visit the Apprenticeship India (NAPS) Portal.
- Complete registration.
- Search the respective AAI Establishment.
- Apply online.
- Submit the application.
Applications through any other mode will not be accepted.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Merit prepared from qualifying examination marks.
- Document Verification.
- Medical Fitness as per AAI rules.
Important Points
- Apprenticeship duration is one year.
- Engagement is governed under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
- No application fee has been mentioned.
- AAI may increase or decrease vacancies without prior notice.
Why Join AAI Apprenticeship?
- Training in India's premier airport organization.
- Monthly stipend up to ₹15,000.
- Practical industry exposure.
- Certificate after successful completion.
- Experience in Airport Operations and Engineering.
Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
AAI has announced 140 Apprentice vacancies.
Q2. What is the stipend for Graduate Apprentices?
Graduate Apprentices will receive ₹15,000 per month.
Q3. What is the stipend for Diploma Apprentices?
Diploma Apprentices will receive ₹12,000 per month.
Q4. How many ITI Apprentice vacancies are available?
There are 70 ITI Apprentice vacancies.
Q5. Who can apply?
Candidates who completed their Degree, Diploma or ITI in 2024 or later and belong to the Eastern Region states.
Q6. What is the duration of apprenticeship?
The apprenticeship training is for one year.
Q7. How can Graduate and Diploma candidates apply?
They must apply through the NATS Portal.
Q8. How can ITI candidates apply?
ITI candidates should apply through the Apprenticeship India (NAPS) Portal.
Q9. Is there any application fee?
The notification has not mentioned any application fee.
Q10. Which states are eligible?
West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
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