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12 Nov 2026

AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 18 Senior, Junior & Associate Consultant Posts | Salary Up to ₹1,50,000

Airports Authority of India (AAI)   ₹70,000 – ₹1,50,000 Per Month

Airports Authority of India (AAI) Consultant Recruitment 2026 invites online applications for 18 contractual positions in Chennai and other Southern Region airports. Eligible engineering, law, science, media and technical professionals can apply for monthly remuneration of ₹70,000–₹1,50,000. The extended application deadline is 25 November 2026. Check qualifications, experience and selection details.

AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 18 Consultant Vacancies

Job Overview

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has announced AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026 for 18 contractual positions under Advertisement No. 01/HR/2026/RHQ-SR.

The recruitment is being conducted by the Airports Authority of India, Regional Headquarters, Southern Region, Chennai.

Applications are invited from eligible Indian nationals for Senior Consultant, Consultant, Junior Consultant and Associate Consultant positions in various professional and technical disciplines.

The advertised opportunities include Law, Horticulture, Clinical Psychology, Airport Systems, Bird and Wildlife Management, Aerodrome Safeguarding, Content Writing, Graphic Design, Video Editing and Mechanical or Automobile Engineering.

Selected candidates will receive consolidated monthly remuneration ranging from ₹70,000 to ₹1,50,000, depending on their position.

The original recruitment advertisement was published in October 2026. Following two deadline extensions, the final date for online applications has been revised to 25 November 2026.

The recruitment is conducted on a contractual basis, initially for one year, with possible extensions under the prescribed conditions.

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Recruitment Highlights

  • Organization: Airports Authority of India (AAI)

  • Advertisement Number: 01/HR/2026/RHQ-SR

  • Recruitment Region: Southern Region, Chennai

  • Total Vacancies: 18

  • Number of Position Categories: 13

  • Employment Type: Contractual Consultancy

  • Qualification: Relevant Graduate / Postgraduate / Engineering / Professional Degree

  • Experience: 0–10 Years, Depending on Position

  • Maximum Age: 30–45 Years, Position-Wise

  • Monthly Remuneration: ₹70,000–₹1,50,000

  • Initial Contract Duration: One Year

  • Application Mode: Online

  • Application Start Date: 7 October 2026

  • Extended Last Date: 25 November 2026

  • Selection Process: Document Verification and Interview

  • Official Website: https://www.aai.aero/

About the Company

The Airports Authority of India is a Government of India public sector enterprise functioning under the Ministry of Civil Aviation.

AAI is responsible for creating, upgrading, maintaining and managing civil aviation infrastructure in India, including airport facilities and related air navigation infrastructure.

The organization operates airport infrastructure and supports various activities related to aviation safety, technical systems, engineering, environmental management and administrative operations.

AAI has been accorded Miniratna Category-I status.

The Southern Region recruitment aims to engage qualified professionals for specialized consultancy responsibilities associated with airport operations, technical projects, legal matters, environmental management and media communications.

These appointments are contractual and do not constitute regular permanent employment with AAI.

Available Job Positions

AAI has announced 18 vacancies distributed across 13 professional and technical categories.

Post-Wise Vacancy Details

  • Junior Consultant (Clinical Psychologist): 1 Post

  • Junior Consultant (Airport Systems): 1 Post

  • Consultant (Bird & Wildlife Management): 1 Post

  • Associate Consultant (Bird & Wildlife Management): 1 Post

  • Junior Consultant (Obstacle Management & Aerodrome Safeguarding): 1 Post

  • Associate Consultant (Obstacle Management & Aerodrome Safeguarding): 1 Post

  • Consultant (Horticulture): 2 Posts

  • Senior Consultant (Law): 3 Posts

  • Consultant (Content Writer): 1 Post

  • Consultant (Graphic Designer): 1 Post

  • Consultant (Video Editor): 1 Post

  • Junior Consultant (Technical): 2 Posts

  • Associate Consultant (Technical): 2 Posts

Total Vacancies: 18

The number of positions may be revised according to organizational requirements and applicable recruitment conditions.

Job Location

The vacancies are available within the AAI Southern Region.

Primary Engagement Locations

  • Regional Headquarters, Southern Region, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

  • Chennai Airport, Tamil Nadu

Technical Consultant Engagement Locations

The 6 November 2026 addendum identifies the following airports for Junior Consultant (Technical) and Associate Consultant (Technical) positions:

  • Vijayawada Airport, Andhra Pradesh

  • Tirupati Airport, Andhra Pradesh

  • Madurai Airport, Tamil Nadu

  • Rajahmundry Airport, Andhra Pradesh

The exact assignment location will be determined by AAI according to the selected position and organizational requirements.

Candidates from West Bengal, including Kolkata, Howrah, Bardhaman, Durgapur and other districts, may apply if they satisfy the notified eligibility requirements and are willing to work at the assigned location.

Educational Qualification

Educational qualification and professional experience requirements vary across the 13 advertised position categories.

Candidates must hold the prescribed qualifications from recognized educational institutions.

1. Junior Consultant – Clinical Psychologist

Qualification

- Postgraduate Degree in Psychology with clinical exposure.

Experience

  • Three to five years of post-qualification experience in a clinical or organizational environment; or

  • Two years of experience as a Psychologist at an Indian Air Force Boarding Centre.

Desirable Qualifications

  • M.A. or M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology with RCI registration, or

  • Relevant aviation psychology experience as specified in the advertisement.

Maximum Age: 35 Years

Vacancies: 1

2. Junior Consultant – Airport Systems

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in one of the following disciplines:

  • Electronics Engineering

  • Electronics and Communication Engineering

  • Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering

Experience

Three to five years of post-qualification experience involving:

  • Electronic systems project management.

  • Project execution.

  • Technical tendering.

  • Related electronics systems activities.

Maximum Age: 35 Years

Vacancies: 1

3. Consultant – Bird & Wildlife Management

Qualification

Master's Degree in:

  • Wildlife Science

  • Zoology

  • Environmental Science

  • Life Sciences

  • Other relevant disciplines recognized under the advertisement

Experience

Five to eight years of relevant post-qualification experience.

Experience in airport wildlife hazard management is desirable.

Maximum Age: 40 Years

Vacancies: 1

4. Associate Consultant – Bird & Wildlife Management

Qualification

Master's Degree in Wildlife Science, Zoology, Environmental Science, Life Sciences or another relevant discipline.

Experience

Zero to three years of relevant post-qualification experience.

Maximum Age: 30 Years

Vacancies: 1

5. Junior Consultant – Obstacle Management & Aerodrome Safeguarding

Qualification

Degree in Civil Engineering.

Experience

Three to five years of relevant professional experience.

Relevant experience may include:

  • Land records and property documentation.

  • Surveying and measurement.

  • Geographical Information Systems (GIS).

  • Aerodrome safeguarding activities.

  • Infrastructure-related technical evaluation.

Maximum Age: 35 Years

Vacancies: 1

6. Associate Consultant – Obstacle Management & Aerodrome Safeguarding

Qualification

Degree in Civil Engineering.

Experience

Zero to three years of relevant experience in the prescribed professional areas.

Maximum Age: 30 Years

Vacancies: 1

7. Consultant – Horticulture

Qualification

- M.Sc. in Agriculture, Horticulture or equivalent relevant qualification.

Experience

Five to eight years of post-qualification professional experience in the executive cadre.

Experience in landscaping, beautification and aesthetic development is desirable.

Maximum Age: 40 Years

Vacancies: 2

8. Senior Consultant – Law

Qualification

One of the following:

  • Regular three-year Law Degree after graduation.

  • Five-year integrated Law Degree after Class 12.

Candidates must satisfy the requirements for enrolment as an Advocate.

Experience

Eight to ten years of post-qualification legal experience.

Maximum Age: 45 Years

Vacancies: 3

9. Consultant – Content Writer

Qualification

One of the following:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication.

  • Bachelor's Degree in Journalism.

  • Bachelor's Degree in English Literature.

  • Any Bachelor's Degree with a Master's Degree in Mass Communication or Journalism.

Experience

Five to eight years of relevant experience in:

  • Content writing.

  • Copywriting.

  • Editorial operations.

  • Professional communications.

Maximum Age: 40 Years

Vacancies: 1

10. Consultant – Graphic Designer

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree with an Advanced Diploma or Degree in one of the following:

  • Multimedia

  • Animation

  • Graphic Design

  • Visual Communication

  • Communication Design

  • Other relevant design disciplines

Experience

Five to eight years of professional design experience.

Applicants should satisfy the portfolio, design leadership and other relevant experience conditions described in the advertisement.

Maximum Age: 40 Years

Vacancies: 1

11. Consultant – Video Editor

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree with a Diploma or Degree in:

  • Film Production

  • Media Studies

  • Mass Communication

  • Visual Arts

  • Animation

  • Another relevant notified discipline

Experience

Five to eight years of professional video editing experience.

Maximum Age: 40 Years

Vacancies: 1

12. Junior Consultant – Technical

Qualification

Full-time regular Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in:

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Automobile Engineering

Experience

Three to five years of relevant post-qualification experience.

Maximum Age: 35 Years

Vacancies: 2

13. Associate Consultant – Technical

Qualification

Full-time regular Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in:

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Automobile Engineering

Experience

Zero to three years of relevant post-qualification experience.

Maximum Age: 30 Years

Vacancies: 2

Important Qualification Note

All applicants should verify the exact degree, experience, professional registration and desirable qualification conditions in the original AAI notification.

Meeting the general degree requirement does not automatically establish eligibility for a particular consultant position.

Age Limit

The maximum age limit depends on the consultant category.

Post-Wise Maximum Age

  • Associate Consultant: 30 Years

  • Junior Consultant: 35 Years

  • Consultant: 40 Years

  • Senior Consultant (Law): 45 Years

Age Calculation Date: 27 October 2026

Minimum Age: Not Specified

Category-Wise Age Relaxation: Not Specified

The original advertisement establishes 27 October 2026 as the cutoff date for calculating age, educational qualifications and experience.

The subsequent application deadline extensions do not expressly change this eligibility cutoff.

Candidates should determine their eligibility using the applicable original cutoff date, unless AAI issues a further revision.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities will depend on the selected consultant position.

The following descriptions explain the general professional activities associated with each role. Candidates should consult Paragraph 3 of the original notification for the authoritative position-specific scope of work.

Clinical Psychologist

  • Conduct relevant psychological assessments within the assigned scope.

  • Support psychological evaluation and consultation activities.

  • Prepare professional assessment documentation.

  • Maintain appropriate confidentiality of sensitive records.

  • Provide professional recommendations to authorized officials.

Airport Systems Consultant

  • Assist with technical evaluation of airport electronic systems.

  • Support project execution and implementation activities.

  • Review technical documents and specifications.

  • Assist with tender-related technical processes.

  • Monitor assigned project activities and deliverables.

Bird & Wildlife Management Consultant

  • Support wildlife hazard management activities near airports.

  • Assist with assessing bird and wildlife-related aviation risks.

  • Review environmental and habitat conditions.

  • Prepare observations and technical reports.

  • Recommend appropriate risk-mitigation measures.

Obstacle Management & Aerodrome Safeguarding Consultant

  • Review relevant land records and survey information.

  • Support aerodrome safeguarding assessments.

  • Work with applicable mapping and GIS tools.

  • Examine technical information concerning obstacles near airports.

  • Assist in preparing reports and supporting documentation.

Horticulture Consultant

  • Support planning and management of landscaping activities.

  • Review horticulture maintenance requirements.

  • Assist with green area and aesthetic improvement projects.

  • Assess relevant horticultural proposals and works.

  • Coordinate technical recommendations for assigned projects.

Senior Consultant – Law

  • Provide professional legal advice on assigned matters.

  • Review contracts and legal documents.

  • Support legal case preparation and coordination.

  • Examine legal compliance issues.

  • Draft opinions, replies and other authorized legal documents.

Content Writer

  • Prepare professional written communication materials.

  • Develop clear and accurate content for approved communication channels.

  • Edit and proofread written materials.

  • Support content planning and editorial consistency.

  • Coordinate with relevant communication teams.

Graphic Designer

  • Create visual communication materials for approved projects.

  • Develop professional layouts and design concepts.

  • Review branding and visual presentation requirements.

  • Prepare digital and print-ready design assets.

  • Coordinate design deliverables and revisions.

Video Editor

  • Edit professional video material for authorized communication needs.

  • Assemble video footage according to production requirements.

  • Work with audio, graphics and visual transitions.

  • Maintain appropriate technical output quality.

  • Coordinate final video revisions with relevant teams.

Technical Consultant – Mechanical / Automobile

  • Support relevant technical assessments and maintenance-related projects.

  • Review mechanical equipment and technical specifications.

  • Assist with engineering documentation.

  • Evaluate assigned technical issues and prepare recommendations.

  • Coordinate with authorized engineering and operations personnel.

Required Skills

Technical and Professional Skills

  • Strong subject knowledge in the selected professional discipline.

  • Relevant post-qualification industry experience.

  • Ability to understand technical or professional requirements.

  • Report preparation and documentation skills.

  • Familiarity with applicable tools, systems or software.

  • Problem-solving and analytical ability.

Communication Skills

  • Professional verbal communication.

  • Business writing and reporting.

  • Ability to present technical information clearly.

  • Coordination with internal departments and stakeholders.

  • Ability to prepare presentations and professional correspondence.

Workplace Skills

  • Time management.

  • Independent professional judgment.

  • Attention to detail.

  • Confidentiality.

  • Team coordination.

  • Adaptability to assigned responsibilities.

  • Ability to work under deadlines.

  • Compliance with applicable organizational instructions.

Additional Role-Specific Skills

  • GIS and surveying skills for Aerodrome Safeguarding roles.

  • Technical project management knowledge for Airport Systems positions.

  • Legal drafting and interpretation for Senior Consultant (Law).

  • Professional design software skills for Graphic Designer.

  • Video editing and post-production expertise for Video Editor.

  • Relevant engineering knowledge for Mechanical and Automobile Technical Consultants.

Salary Structure

AAI has announced consolidated monthly remuneration between ₹70,000 and ₹1,50,000 depending on the consultancy level.

Post-Wise Monthly Remuneration

  • Junior Consultant (Clinical Psychologist): ₹1,00,000

  • Junior Consultant (Airport Systems): ₹1,00,000

  • Consultant (Bird & Wildlife Management): ₹1,20,000

  • Associate Consultant (Bird & Wildlife Management): ₹70,000

  • Junior Consultant (Obstacle Management & Aerodrome Safeguarding): ₹1,00,000

  • Associate Consultant (Obstacle Management & Aerodrome Safeguarding): ₹70,000

  • Consultant (Horticulture): ₹1,20,000

  • Senior Consultant (Law): ₹1,50,000

  • Consultant (Content Writer): ₹1,20,000

  • Consultant (Graphic Designer): ₹1,20,000

  • Consultant (Video Editor): ₹1,20,000

  • Junior Consultant (Technical): ₹1,00,000

  • Associate Consultant (Technical): ₹70,000

Salary Components

  • Basic Salary: Not Applicable as a separate regular employee component.

  • Consolidated Monthly Remuneration: ₹70,000–₹1,50,000

  • Gross Remuneration: Fixed and All-Inclusive

  • In-Hand Salary: Not Separately Specified

  • Dearness Allowance: Not Provided Separately

  • House Rent Allowance: Not Provided Separately

  • Medical Reimbursement: Not Provided Separately

  • Overtime Payment: Not Specified

  • Additional Performance Incentives: Not Specified

  • Official Travel Allowance: As admissible under prescribed conditions.

The consolidated remuneration may be reviewed after one year according to performance and the applicable contract conditions.

The advertised remuneration should not be confused with the regular pay scales of permanent AAI employees.

Working Hours & Shift Details

The engagement is intended to be full-time.

Consultants will perform their responsibilities according to assigned departments, airport operations and organizational requirements.

  • Employment Type: Full-Time Contractual Consultancy

  • Daily Duty Hours: Not Specified

  • Weekly Working Days: Not Specified

  • Shift Timing: Not Specified

  • Overtime Payment: Not Specified

  • Initial Contract Duration: One Year

Selected consultants cannot undertake another assignment during their consultancy engagement, subject to the notified contractual terms.

Facilities & Employee Benefits

The positions offer the following confirmed contractual arrangements:

  • Consolidated monthly professional remuneration.

  • Initial engagement period of one year.

  • Possibility of contract extension.

  • Performance-related remuneration review, subject to conditions.

  • Official travel-related allowances where admissible.

  • Opportunities to undertake professional assignments in relevant AAI departments.

Contract Extension Policy

The initial engagement is for one year.

The contract may be extended for an additional year at a time, depending on performance, organizational requirements and applicable terms.

The maximum cumulative consultancy engagement is five years.

Extensions are not automatic.

Regular Employee Benefits

Consultants are engaged as independent professionals rather than regular AAI employees.

The advertisement does not provide separate regular employee benefits such as Dearness Allowance, accommodation or medical reimbursement.

Selection Process

Selection for AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026 will be based on document verification and interview.

Stage 1: Online Application Screening

AAI will examine applications against the prescribed eligibility criteria.

Applicants must possess the required educational qualifications and relevant professional experience.

Stage 2: Document Verification

Candidates will be required to produce the relevant original documents for verification.

These may include educational certificates, professional qualifications and experience records.

Stage 3: Interview

Eligible candidates will undergo an interview to assess their professional knowledge, experience and suitability for the relevant consultant role.

Minimum Interview Requirement

Candidates must secure a minimum of 50 marks in the interview to qualify for selection under the notified criteria.

Stage 4: Merit-Based Selection

Selection will be based on interview merit ranking, subject to the applicable qualifying requirements and available vacancies.

Stage 5: Contractual Engagement

Selected candidates will be engaged according to the notified contractual conditions.

Important: The advertisement does not specify a written examination or Computer Based Test for these 18 consultant vacancies.

The interview and document verification schedule will be communicated separately.

AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

  • Recruitment Advertisement Published: 7 October 2026

  • Online Application Start Date: 7 October 2026

  • Original Application Deadline: 27 October 2026

  • Corrigendum-01: 27 October 2026

  • First Extended Deadline: 10 November 2026

  • Addendum-01 Regarding Technical Engagement Locations: 6 November 2026

  • Corrigendum-02: 10 November 2026

  • Final Extended Application Deadline: 25 November 2026

  • Eligibility Cut-Off Date: 27 October 2026

  • Document Verification Date: To Be Announced

  • Interview Date: To Be Announced

Latest Deadline Update

AAI extended the original closing date from 27 October to 10 November 2026 through Corrigendum-01. The subsequent Corrigendum-02 dated 10 November 2026 extended the deadline again to 25 November 2026.

Applicants should follow the latest corrigendum rather than relying on the original application closing date.

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Application Fee

The available recruitment advertisement does not specify an application fee for these consultant positions.

  • Application Fee: Not Specified

  • Payment Mode: Not Specified

  • Application Mode: Online

Candidates should follow the official AAI recruitment portal and avoid making payments to unauthorized recruitment agents.

Required Documents

Candidates should prepare the following documents according to the prescribed upload specifications.

Photograph

  • Recent Passport-Size Photograph

  • Format: JPEG/JPG

  • File Size: 100–200 KB

  • Dimensions: 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm

Signature

  • Scanned Signature

  • Format: JPEG/JPG

  • File Size: 80–150 KB

  • Signature in Black Ink on White Paper

Educational Documents

  • Class 10 Certificate / Marksheet

  • Class 12 Certificate / Marksheet

  • Undergraduate Degree Certificate / Marksheet

  • Postgraduate Degree Certificate / Marksheet, where applicable

  • Additional Professional Qualification Certificate, where applicable

Experience Documents

  • Relevant Professional Experience Certificate

  • Other evidence prescribed for the specific position, where applicable

General Preparation Checklist

Applicants may also keep the following ready:

  • Valid Government-Issued Photo Identification

  • Updated Professional Resume

  • Relevant Portfolio for Design or Media Positions

  • Professional Registration Certificate, where applicable

  • Additional Supporting Documents Required by the Recruitment Portal

Document Upload Specifications

  • Educational Certificates: JPEG/JPG/PDF

  • Educational Document Size: 100 KB–1 MB

  • Experience Certificates: JPEG/JPG/PDF

  • Experience Document Size: 100 KB–1 MB

Candidates must ensure that uploaded documents are clear, complete and consistent with their application information.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can apply online through the Airports Authority of India recruitment portal.

Official Website: https://www.aai.aero/

Application Deadline: 25 November 2026

Advertisement Number: 01/HR/2026/RHQ-SR

Step-by-Step Application Procedure

  1. Visit the official Airports Authority of India website.

  2. Navigate to the Careers or Recruitment section.

  3. Open the official Recruitment Dashboard.

  4. Search for Advertisement No. 01/HR/2026/RHQ-SR.

  5. Locate the recruitment for engagement of consultants in various disciplines at Regional Headquarters, Southern Region, Chennai.

  6. Download and read the original recruitment notification.

  7. Review Corrigendum-01, Corrigendum-02 and Addendum-01.

  8. Confirm the required educational qualification for the selected position.

  9. Verify the post-qualification experience requirement.

  10. Check the applicable upper age limit.

  11. Open the online registration link associated with the advertisement.

  12. Enter the required personal information.

  13. Provide accurate educational qualification details.

  14. Enter professional experience information.

  15. Upload the photograph and signature in the prescribed format.

  16. Upload the necessary educational and experience certificates.

  17. Review the completed application carefully.

  18. Submit the application before 25 November 2026.

  19. Download or save the application acknowledgement.

  20. Retain a copy of the completed application for future reference.

Official Recruitment Resources

The official recruitment dashboard identifies the 18-post Southern Region consultant advertisement and provides its registration facility.

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Important Instructions for Candidates

  • Only eligible Indian nationals may apply.

  • The recruitment is for 18 contractual consultant positions.

  • Applicants must satisfy the educational qualification and experience requirements of their selected post.

  • The upper age limit varies from 30 to 45 years.

  • The eligibility cutoff is 27 October 2026 unless revised through a subsequent official notice.

  • Applications must be submitted through the prescribed online recruitment process.

  • The extended application deadline is 25 November 2026.

  • Candidates should review all relevant corrigenda and addenda.

  • Mechanical and Automobile Engineering candidates should check the Technical Consultant vacancies and updated engagement locations.

  • Applicants for Graphic Designer and other media-related roles should review portfolio and professional experience requirements.

  • Candidates must submit genuine and verifiable qualification and experience documents.

  • Selection involves document verification and interview.

  • A minimum of 50 marks in the interview is required under the published selection criteria.

  • These are contractual consultancy appointments, not permanent government jobs.

  • The initial contract is for one year.

  • Extensions are subject to applicable conditions.

  • Applicants should avoid unauthorized agents and fraudulent recruitment offers.

  • Candidates should regularly check the official AAI website for interview schedules and other recruitment updates.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are available in AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026?

AAI has announced 18 contractual vacancies across 13 professional and technical position categories, including Senior Consultant, Consultant, Junior Consultant and Associate Consultant.

Q2. What is the salary for AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026?

The advertised consolidated remuneration ranges from ₹70,000 to ₹1,50,000 per month. Associate Consultants receive ₹70,000, Junior Consultants ₹1,00,000, Consultants ₹1,20,000 and Senior Consultant (Law) ₹1,50,000 monthly.

Q3. Can fresh graduates apply for AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026?

Some Associate Consultant positions permit zero to three years of post-qualification experience. However, candidates must possess the exact educational qualification required for the selected position. Other roles require three to ten years of relevant experience.

Q4. What is the age limit for AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026?

The maximum age limit is 30 years for Associate Consultants, 35 years for Junior Consultants, 40 years for Consultants and 45 years for Senior Consultant (Law). Age eligibility is calculated as of 27 October 2026 unless officially revised.

Q5. What is the selection process for AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026?

Selection consists of document verification and interview. Candidates must meet the prescribed eligibility requirements and secure at least 50 interview marks for consideration under the merit-based selection procedure.

Q6. Is AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026 a permanent government job?

No. These are fixed-term contractual consultancy engagements. The initial appointment is for one year and may be extended under the applicable conditions, up to a maximum cumulative period of five years.

Q7. What is the last date to apply for AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026?

The latest application deadline is 25 November 2026, following Corrigendum-02 dated 10 November 2026. Eligible candidates must apply through the official AAI recruitment portal.

Conclusion

AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026 provides 18 contractual opportunities for qualified professionals in Engineering, Law, Horticulture, Psychology, Environmental Science, Content Writing, Graphic Design, Video Editing and other specialized disciplines.

The recruitment offers consolidated monthly remuneration ranging from ₹70,000 to ₹1,50,000, depending on the position and professional experience requirements.

Interested candidates should carefully review Advertisement No. 01/HR/2026/RHQ-SR and its subsequent corrigenda before completing the application.

Last Date to Apply: 25 November 2026

Official Website: https://www.aai.aero/

Job Overview & Eligibility

Reference IDJIK-0000022
Vacancies18
Minimum QualificationRelevant Bachelor's Degree / B.E. / B.Tech / Master's Degree / Law Degree / Professional Diploma
Minimum Age18
Maximum Age45
Workplaceonsite
Employment Typefull_time
Sectorprivate

Benefits & Facilities

- Consolidated Monthly Remuneration: ₹70,000–₹1,50,000, depending on position.
- Initial Contractual Engagement for One Year.
- Contract Extension of One Year at a Time, subject to applicable conditions.
- Maximum Cumulative Engagement Period of Five Years.
- Opportunity to Work on Specialized Airport Infrastructure, Technical, Legal, Environmental and Communication Projects.
- Official Travel Allowances, where admissible under the engagement terms.
- Possible Remuneration Review After One Year, subject to performance and applicable conditions.

Urgent HiringVerified Vacancy

Other categories: B.Tech, Government Jobs, Fresher Jobs

Other locations: Kolkata, Howrah, Burdwan, Hooghly, Siliguri, Durgapur, Alipurduar, Bankura, Birbhum, Cooch Behar, Dakshin Dinajpur, Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Jhargram, Kalimpong, Malda, Murshidabad, Nadia, North 24 Parganas, Paschim Bardhaman, Paschim Medinipur, Purba Bardhaman, Purba Medinipur, Purulia, South 24 Parganas, Uttar Dinajpur

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