AAI NR Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply for 205 Posts
Recruitment Overview
| Organization Name | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Graduate, Diploma & ITI Trade Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 205 |
| Application Mode | Online (via NATS/NAPS Portals) |
| Job Location | Northern Region (Various Airports/Offices) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date of Application | 16 September 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 16 September 2026 |
| Apprenticeship Training Period | 12 months from commencement |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Age Limit | Educational Qualification | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | 80 | 18–26 Years | Full-time 4-year Degree in Engineering or BCA / B.Com | ₹15,000 |
| Diploma Apprentice | 65 | 18–26 Years | Full-time 3-year Diploma in Engineering | ₹12,000 |
| ITI Trade Apprentice | 60 | 18–26 Years | ITI/NCVT certificate in notified trades | ₹9,600 |
Discipline-wise Seat Distribution
| Field / Discipline | Graduate | Diploma | Trade (ITI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 15 | 17 | - |
| Electrical Engineering | 10 | 15 | - |
| Electronics | 10 | 11 | - |
| Computer Science / IT | 15 | 7 | - |
| Aeronautical / Aerospace / Aircraft Maintenance | 5 | 4 | - |
| Architecture | 5 | 5 | - |
| Mechanical / Automobile | 10 | 6 | - |
| BCA / B.Com | 10 | - | - |
| COPA / Stenography | - | - | 50 |
| Computer Hardware & Networking | - | - | 10 |
| Total | 80 | 65 | 60 |
Additional Eligibility Rules
- Domicile: Must be a domicile of Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Leh Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, or Uttarakhand.
- Passing Year: Candidates must have passed their qualifying exam in 2024 or after.
- Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per Government of India guidelines.
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
The selection process is entirely merit-based with no written examination.
- Merit List: Based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination.
- Document Verification: Conducted at the establishment office for shortlisted candidates.
- Interview: Certificate verification and interview process.
- Medical Fitness: Submission of a Medical Fitness Certificate from a Government Medical Officer.
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
For Graduate & Diploma Apprentices (NATS 2.0 Portal)
- Visit the official NATS portal and select the Student button, then General Student.
- Complete Student Registration using Aadhaar, email, mobile number, and APAAR ID.
- Complete Aadhaar e-KYC and fill in educational details.
- Verify your account via email and complete your full profile.
- Search for establishment: Airports Authority of India – RHQ NR, New Delhi (NDLSWC000002).
- Click Apply for your preferred apprenticeship.
For ITI Trade Apprentices (NAPS Portal)
- Visit the official NAPS portal and select Register > Candidate.
- Fill in Basic, Family, and Contact details and activate your account via email.
- Complete your profile (Mandatory).
- Search for establishment code: E05200700101 (Airports Authority of India – RHQ NR).
- Click Apply and track your application via the dashboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many apprentice seats are available? AAI Northern Region has notified 205 seats: 80 Graduate, 65 Diploma, and 60 ITI Trade apprentices.
Q2. What is the last date to apply? The last date to submit online applications is 16 September 2026.
Q3. Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Indian Nationals domiciled in the specified 12 North Indian states/UTs who passed their degree/diploma/ITI in 2024 or later.
Q4. Is there a written exam for AAI NR Apprentice? No, there is no written exam. Selection is based on merit in the qualifying examination.
Q5. Does this apprenticeship guarantee a permanent job at AAI? No, this training does not carry any assurance of regular employment at AAI.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |