AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Airports Authority of India (AAI) • Regional Headquarters (Northern Region)
Advt. No. 01/2026/APPRENTICE/GRADUATE/DIPLOMA/ITI/NR
Organization
AAI Northern Region
Total Seats
205 Seats
Training Period
1 Year (12 Months)
Monthly Stipend
Up to ₹15,000/-
Application Fee
NIL (Free for All)
Last Date
16.09.2026
Application Status: Online applications are active on NATS 2.0 and NAPS portals till 16.09.2026.
AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Summary
AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by Airports Authority of India (Northern Region) under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the year 2026-27.
A total of 205 Graduate, Technical Diploma, and ITI Trade Apprentice seats are available across airports in Northern India.
Eligible candidates who passed their degree, diploma, or ITI in 2024 or later can apply online through NATS / NAPS portals.
Selection is based purely on merit marks in the qualifying examination, followed by certificate verification and medical fitness.
Explore Related Government Recruitment Updates
| Event Description | Important Schedule |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | August 2026 |
| Online Registration Start Date | Already Open |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 16.09.2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age Calculation | 16.09.2026 |
| Apprenticeship Training Duration | 12 Months (1 Year) |
| Document Verification Intimation | Sent via registered email to shortlisted candidates |
| S.No. | Field of Specialization / Discipline | Graduate Seats | Diploma Seats | Trade (ITI) Seats | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Civil Engineering | 15 | 17 | — | 32 |
| 2 | Electrical Engineering | 10 | 15 | — | 25 |
| 3 | Electronics Engineering | 10 | 11 | — | 21 |
| 4 | Computer Science / IT | 15 | 7 | — | 22 |
| 5 | Aeronautical / Aerospace / Aircraft Maintenance | 5 | 4 | — | 9 |
| 6 | Architecture | 5 | 5 | — | 10 |
| 7 | Mechanical / Automobile Engineering | 10 | 6 | — | 16 |
| 8 | BCA / B.Com | 10 | — | — | 10 |
| 9 | COPA / Stenographer | — | — | 50 | 50 |
| 10 | Computer Hardware & Networking | — | — | 10 | 10 |
| — | Total Apprentices | 80 | 65 | 60 | 205 |
| Apprenticeship Stream | AAI Contribution | Govt. DBT Share | Total Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate (Degree) Apprentice | ₹8,850/- per month | ₹6,150/- per month | ₹15,000/- per month |
| Technical (Diploma) Apprentice | ₹6,550/- per month | ₹5,450/- per month | ₹12,000/- per month |
| Trade (ITI) Apprentice | Fixed Consolidated | Included | ₹9,600/- per month |
- Eligible Domicile Regions: Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Leh Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
- Passing Year Requirement: Candidates who passed their degree, diploma, or ITI in 2024 or after 2024 only.
- Age Limit (as on 16.09.2026): Minimum 18 years and Maximum 26 years.
- Age Relaxation: Standard Government of India relaxation applies for SC/ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates.
- Prior Experience Clause: Candidates with 1 year or more training/job experience after qualification are not eligible.
Selected apprentices will be posted at airports across the Northern Region, including:
- Adampur, Amritsar, Agra, Aligarh, Ayodhya, Azamgarh, Bareilly, Bhatinda, Bikaner, Chitrakoot
- CATC Prayagraj, Dehradun, Farrukhabad, Fursatganj, Gorakhpur, Gwalior, Hindon, Hissar, Halwara/Ludhiana
- Jammu, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Kangra-Gaggal, Kanpur, Khajuraho, Kullu-Bhuntar, Kushinagar
- Kishangarh, Kota, Lucknow, Leh, Moradabad, Muirpur, Meerut, Pantnagar, Pathankot, Pratapgarh
- Pithoragarh, Prayagraj Airport, Safdarjung, Shravasti, Srinagar, Shimla, Udaipur, Varanasi, and Delhi Offices
- Merit Ranking: Prepared based on marks percentage obtained in the qualifying exam.
- Tie-Breaking Rule: Seniority is resolved by date of birth, followed by date of passing.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted applicants receive intimation on registered email IDs.
- Medical Fitness: Submission of Medical Fitness Certificate from a Government Medical Officer.
- Contract Execution: Apprenticeship contract accepted on the NATS 2.0 / NAPS portal.
- For Graduate & Diploma Apprentices: Register at nats.education.gov.in.
- Complete e-KYC using mobile OTP, fetch your APAAR ID, and upload your qualifying certificate.
- Search for Establishment: Airports Authority of India – RHQ NR, New Delhi (Establishment ID: NDLSWC000002).
- Click Apply to submit your apprenticeship training application.
- For ITI Trade Apprentices: Register at apprenticeshipindia.org (Establishment ID: E05200700101) and apply.
- Ensure all profile details are complete before the deadline of 16.09.2026.
Important Official Links
1. What is the total number of apprentice seats under AAI Northern Region 2026?
There are 205 total seats: 80 Graduate, 65 Diploma, and 60 ITI Trade Apprentice seats.
2. What is the last date to apply online for AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online submission on NATS and NAPS portals is 16.09.2026.
3. What is the monthly stipend for Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentices?
Graduate: ₹15,000/- per month; Diploma: ₹12,000/- per month; ITI Trade: ₹9,600/- per month.
4. Who is eligible to apply in terms of passing year?
Only candidates who passed their Degree, Diploma, or ITI in 2024 or after 2024 are eligible.
5. Which states are covered under the Northern Region domicile criteria?
Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, J&K, Ladakh, MP, Punjab, Rajasthan, UP, and Uttarakhand.
6. What is the age limit for AAI Apprentice Engagement 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 and 26 years of age as on 16.09.2026, with relaxation for reserved categories.
7. Is there any application fee for AAI Apprentice 2026?
No, there is no application fee. Registration and application are completely free for all candidates.
8. What is the AAI Northern Region Establishment ID on NATS and NAPS?
NATS (Degree/Diploma): NDLSWC000002; NAPS (ITI Trade): E05200700101.
9. Does this apprenticeship guarantee a permanent job in AAI?
No. Apprentices have no claim or right for regular employment in AAI after completing the 1-year training.
10. Can candidates with prior work experience apply for this apprenticeship?
No. Candidates who have undergone apprenticeship or have 1+ year job experience are ineligible.
Official Source: Airports Authority of India (AAI) – Regional Headquarters (Northern Region).
Advertisement Number: Advt. No. 01/2026/APPRENTICE/GRADUATE/DIPLOMA/ITI/NR
Official Portal: https://www.aai.aero/
Last Verified: August 15, 2026
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