AAI Apprentices Recruitment 2025 Overview, Check Details

 AAI Apprentices Recruitment 2025 Overview

The Airports Authority of India (AAI), a Miniratna Category I Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, has announced the recruitment of 135 Apprentices in the Eastern Region, covering states like West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim, and Andaman & Nicobar. The positions are contractual and aimed at providing training to Graduate, Diploma, and ITI-qualified candidates in various disciplines.

• Post Name: Apprentices (Graduate/Diploma/ITI)
• Total Vacancies: 135
• Notification Release Date: May 7, 2025
• Application Mode: Online
• Official Website: www.aai.aero
• Application Last Date: May 31, 2025

Vacancy Details

The vacancies are distributed across three categories:

• Graduate Apprentices: 46 posts
• Diploma Apprentices: 47 posts
• ITI Trade Apprentices (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant, Electrical, Mechanic, Electronics): 46 posts
• Total: 135 posts

Important Dates

• Notification Released: May 7, 2025
• Online Application Start Date: Already active (as of May 7, 2025)
• Last Date to Apply Online: May 31, 2025

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification:
   • Graduate Apprentices: Candidates must possess a full-time (regular) four-year degree in Engineering or Technology in relevant disciplines (e.g., Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, Mechanical, etc.) from a recognized university.
   • Diploma Apprentices: Candidates must have a full-time (regular) three-year diploma in Engineering in relevant disciplines from a recognized institution.
   • ITI Trade Apprentices: Candidates must hold an ITI/NCVT certificate in trades such as Computer Operator & Programming Assistant, Electrical, Mechanic, or Electronics from a recognized institute.
   • Candidates must have completed their qualifying degree/diploma/ITI after March 31, 2022, to be eligible.
2. Age Limit (as of May 31, 2025):
   • Maximum Age: 26 years
   • Age Relaxation:
     • SC/ST: 5 years
     • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
     • PwBD: 10 years (where the post is suitable for the disability, supported by a certificate issued on or before May 31, 2025).
     • Ex-Servicemen: As per government norms (typically up to 5 years, depending on service duration).
     • AAI Employees: Up to 10 years for those who have completed probation.
3. Other Requirements:
   • Candidates must be Indian citizens with a domicile in the Eastern Region (West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim, or Andaman & Nicobar).
   • Candidates already undergoing or completed apprenticeship training elsewhere are not eligible.
   • Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is desirable, with a minimum standard of 10th/12th-level English.

Monthly Stipend

• Graduate Apprentices: Rs. 15,000/-
• Diploma Apprentices: Rs. 12,000/-
• ITI Trade Apprentices: Rs. 9,000/-

Application Fee

• No Application Fee is charged for any category.

Selection Process

• Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their marks in the qualifying examination (Degree/Diploma/ITI).
• Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview to assess their suitability. The final merit list will be based on interview performance and academic qualifications.
• Document Verification: Selected candidates must produce original certificates during verification.
• Medical Fitness: Candidates must meet AAI’s medical fitness standards.
• No Written Exam: The selection does not involve a Computer-Based Test (CBT) or written examination.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official AAI website: www.aai.aero.
2. Navigate to the “Careers” or “Recruitment” section.
3. Look for the link titled “AAI Apprentices (Graduate/Diploma/ITI) Online Form 2025” or similar (active as of May 7, 2025).
4. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number. For AAI employees, use the email name without

   @aai

   .aero as the username and your AAI email password.
5. Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and other required details.
6. Upload scanned copies of necessary documents (e.g., degree/diploma/ITI certificate, mark sheets, passport-size photograph, signature) in the prescribed format/size.
7. Submit the application and save/print a copy for future reference.
8. Alternatively, candidates may need to register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal www.nats.education.gov.in or Apprenticeship India portal for ITI trades, as AAI often integrates with these platforms for apprentice recruitment.

Important Links

• Official Notification: Click Here (Available on the AAI website under Careers, released May 7, 2025)
• Apply Online: Click Here (Active from May 7 to May 31, 2025)
• Official Website: www.aai.aero