AAI Recruitment 2025 – Apply for Apprentice Posts

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has officially released a new notification inviting applications for Apprentice positions under various trades. This is a great opportunity for graduates, diploma holders, and ITI pass candidates who are looking to begin their careers in the aviation sector with one of India’s most reputed public sector enterprises.

🔍 Overview of the AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2025

• Organization: Airports Authority of India (AAI)
• Post Name: Apprentice (Graduate / Diploma / ITI)
• Total Vacancies: 231+ (across regions)
• Job Type: Central Government Apprenticeship
• Work Locations: New Delhi, Kolkata, and other AAI zones
• Application Mode: Online
• Last Dates:
  • Kolkata Region: 30 July 2025
  • Northern Region (Delhi HQ): 11 August 2025

🧾 Post Details & Stipend

Apprentice Type	Qualification	Stipend (Monthly)
Graduate Apprentice	B.E./B.Tech in relevant field	₹15,000
Diploma Apprentice	Diploma in Engineering	₹12,000
ITI Apprentice	ITI Certificate (NCVT/SCVT)	₹9,000

📚 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

• Candidates must have completed their degree/diploma/ITI in 2021 or later.
• Fields like Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, and Automobile Engineering are considered eligible (based on location and requirement).

Age Limit:

• Minimum: 18 years
• Maximum: As per Apprenticeship Act norms
• Age relaxation applicable as per government rules

Other Requirements:

• Candidates must not have undergone apprenticeship training previously
• Candidates should not hold more than 1 year of work experience
• Local language proficiency may be preferred depending on region

🛠 Selection Process

The selection will be based on:

• Merit list prepared from the qualifying exam scores
• Verification of documents
• No written exam or interview in most cases, but region-wise variation may apply

Shortlisted candidates will receive email communication regarding the next steps.

📑 How to Apply

Interested candidates should follow these steps:

1. Visit the AAI official website: www.aai.aero
2. Go to Careers > Engagement of Apprentices
3. Register on the NATS portal (for Graduate/Diploma) or Apprenticeship India (for ITI)
4. Submit your application along with scanned documents

Official Notification: Click Here

📅 Important Dates to Remember

• 🔹 Kolkata Region Apprentice Deadline: 30 July 2025
• 🔹 Delhi (Northern Region) Apprentice Deadline: 11 August 2025

Don’t wait for the last day — early applications are always recommended!

💼 Why You Should Apply

• Work with a prestigious PSU in the aviation sector
• Gain hands-on experience in real-world airport operations
• Attractive monthly stipend
• Enhances employability for future government/private roles

📎 Useful Links

• AAI Official Website
• Apply for Apprenticeship at NATS Portal
• Apply for ITI Apprenticeship (Apprenticeship India)

✍️ Final Words

If you’re a fresh graduate, diploma holder, or ITI pass-out looking to kickstart your career in a government organization, the AAI Apprentice Program is the perfect stepping stone. With structured learning, official certification, and industry exposure, this opportunity can set the foundation for a strong career in aviation and engineering.

📢 Apply before the deadline to secure your spot.

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🛫 About Airports Authority of India (AAI)

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is a Government of India organization under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, responsible for creating, maintaining, upgrading, and managing civil aviation infrastructure across the country. It plays a vital role in ensuring safe and efficient air travel for both domestic and international passengers.

As of now, AAI manages a total of 137 airports, which include:

• ✈️ 24 International Airports (including 3 International Civil Enclaves)
• 🛃 10 Customs Airports (including 4 Customs Civil Enclaves)
• 🛫 80 Domestic Airports
• 🪖 23 Domestic Civil Enclaves at Defence Airfields

📡 Air Navigation & Safety Systems

Apart from airport management, AAI also provides comprehensive Air Traffic Management Services (ATMS) over the entire Indian airspace and adjoining oceanic regions. This is made possible through a robust infrastructure of ground-based installations across all airports and 25 additional key locations, ensuring the safety and precision of aircraft operations.

Some key highlights of AAI’s navigation and surveillance infrastructure include:

• Radar Coverage: All major air routes over the Indian landmass are covered by radar through 29 radar installations across 11 strategic locations.
• VOR/DVOR & DME Systems: There are 89 VOR/DVOR units, most of which are paired with 90 Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) systems for accurate navigation.
• ILS & Night Landing: 52 runways are equipped with Instrument Landing Systems (ILS) along with night landing facilities at most major airports.
• Automated Communication: 15 airports are equipped with an Automatic Message Switching System to enhance safety and coordination.

📍 Official Contact Details

• Head Office Address:
  Airports Authority of India
  Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan, Safdarjung Airport,
  New Delhi – 110003, India
• Phone: +91-11-24632950
• Website: https://www.aai.aero

The Airports Authority of India continues to modernize and expand its infrastructure, making it one of the key pillars of India’s growing aviation sector. With its focus on technology, safety, and efficiency, AAI is opening up promising career paths for engineering, ITI, and management graduates through apprenticeship and regular recruitment programs.