AAI Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Airports Authority of India (AAI) • Regional Headquarters, Western Region, Mumbai
Advt. No. 03/08/2026/APPRENTICE (Graduate/Diploma)/WR
Organization
AAI Western Region
Total Seats
36 Seats
Training Period
1 Year (12 Months)
Monthly Stipend
Up to ₹15,000/-
Application Fee
NIL (Free for All)
Last Date
30.09.2026
Application Status: Online applications are active on the NATS 2.0 / BOAT portal from 03.08.2026 to 30.09.2026 for 36 Graduate and Diploma positions across Western Region airports.
AAI Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Summary
AAI Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by Airports Authority of India, Regional Headquarters (Western Region), Mumbai under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the 2026-27 session.
A total of 36 Apprentice seats (30 Graduate and 6 Diploma) are available across airports in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and the UT of Diu.
Eligible candidates who completed their Degree or Diploma on or after 01.04.2022 can apply online through the NATS 2.0 portal.
Selection is based on the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination followed by certificate verification and medical checkup.
Why Apply for AAI Apprenticeship? Key Benefits- 100% Application Fee Exemption in Regular AAI Jobs: Candidates who successfully complete 1 year of apprenticeship training in AAI are fully exempted from paying the application fee (worth ₹1,000) in future AAI Direct Recruitment examinations like Junior Executive and Manager posts.
- Monthly Stipend with Direct DBT Credit: Graduate apprentices receive ₹15,000 per month (₹8,850 from AAI + ₹6,150 from Government DBT) and Diploma apprentices receive ₹12,000 per month (₹6,550 from AAI + ₹5,450 from Govt DBT).
- Valuable Civil Aviation Work Exposure: Hands-on training inside operational airport facilities including Mumbai, Jabalpur, Jamnagar, and Kolhapur airports.
- National Apprenticeship Certificate: Recognized Certificate of Proficiency issued by the Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT) upon completion.
- Zero Application Cost: No registration charges, examination fee, or processing costs to apply.
Related Government Recruitment Opportunities
| Event Description | Important Schedule |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 03.08.2026 |
| Commencement of Online Application on NATS 2.0 | 03.08.2026 (Monday) |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 30.09.2026 (Wednesday) |
| Cut-off Date for Age Calculation | 31.07.2026 |
| Apprenticeship Training Duration | 12 Months (1 Year) |
| Document Verification Intimation | Sent via registered email to shortlisted candidates |
| S.N | Category / Discipline | Total Posts | Prescribed Minimum Qualification | Training Airport Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Graduate Apprentice (Finance) | 13 | Degree in Commerce (B.Com) OR Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA). | Mumbai, Kolhapur, Jamnagar, Jabalpur, Kandla, Bhuj, Diu, Gondia, Solapur |
| 2 | Graduate Apprentice (Electrical / Civil) | 8 | B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical or Civil Engineering (AutoCAD knowledge preferred). | Mumbai, Kolhapur, Keshod, Kandla, Gondia, Solapur |
| 3 | Graduate Apprentice (Electronics / Telecomm) | 2 | B.E. / B.Tech in Electronics & Communication / Telecommunication. | Mumbai |
| 4 | Graduate Apprentice (IT / Computer Science) | 1 | B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science / Information Technology. | Jabalpur |
| 5 | Graduate Apprentice (Mechanical Engg) | 2 | B.E. / B.Tech Degree in Mechanical / Automobile Engineering. | Mumbai, Porbandar |
| 6 | Graduate Apprentice (HR) | 4 | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with computer & administrative work knowledge. | Mumbai |
| 7 | Diploma Apprentice (Electrical / Civil) | 5 | Diploma in Electrical or Civil Engineering (AutoCAD knowledge preferred). | Mumbai, Kolhapur, Kandla, Gondia |
| 8 | Diploma Apprentice (Mechanical Engg) | 1 | Diploma in Mechanical / Automobile Engineering. | Mumbai |
| — | Total Western Region Seats | 36 | 30 Graduate + 6 Diploma | Western Region Airports |
| Category | AAI Contribution | Govt DBT Share | Total Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice (All Disciplines) | ₹8,850/- per month | ₹6,150/- per month | ₹15,000/- per month |
| Diploma Apprentice (All Disciplines) | ₹6,550/- per month | ₹5,450/- per month | ₹12,000/- per month |
- Eligible Domicile Regions: Candidates must be domiciles of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, or the Union Territory of Diu.
- Passing Year Criteria: Degree or Diploma completed on or after 01.04.2022. Candidates who completed more than 5 years from passing as on date of joining are not eligible.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: Minimum 50% aggregate marks in degree/diploma (45% for SC/ST candidates).
- Age Limit (as on 31.07.2026): Minimum 18 years and Maximum 26 years.
- Age Relaxation: 5 years relaxation for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer).
- Prior Experience Clause: Candidates with 1 year or more training or job experience after graduation/diploma are not eligible.
- Register as a Student on the NATS 2.0 portal at nats.education.gov.in.
- Complete profile authentication, fetch your APAAR ID, and get your profile verified.
- Navigate to the Apprenticeship Opportunities search tab on your student dashboard.
- Search for Establishment: Airports Authority of India, RHQ, Western Region using Establishment ID WMHMCC000058.
- Select your eligible trade/discipline and click Apply.
- Ensure submission is completed before the final deadline of 30.09.2026.
Important Official Links
1. What is the total number of vacancies in AAI Western Region Apprentice 2026?
There are 36 total seats: 30 Graduate Apprentice seats and 6 Diploma Apprentice seats.
2. What is the last date to apply for AAI Western Region Apprenticeship?
The last date for submitting online applications on the NATS portal is 30.09.2026.
3. What is the AAI Western Region Establishment ID on NATS 2.0?
The official Establishment Number for AAI RHQ Western Region is WMHMCC000058.
4. What is the stipend amount for Graduate and Diploma candidates?
Graduate Apprentices receive ₹15,000/- per month and Diploma Apprentices receive ₹12,000/- per month.
5. Who is eligible to apply in terms of state domicile?
Candidates holding domicile of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, or the UT of Diu are eligible.
Official Source: Airports Authority of India, Regional Headquarters, Western Region, Mumbai.
Advertisement Number: ADVT.NO. 03/08/2026/APPRENTICE (Graduate/Diploma)/WR
Official Website: https://www.aai.aero/
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