AAI Recruitment 2026
AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 18 Vacancies (RHQ-SR)
Airports Authority of India (AAI) Recruitment 2026 — 18 Consultant vacancies.
AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026: Airports Authority of India (AAI), a Mini Ratna Category-1 Public Sector Enterprise under the Government of India, has released the official notification (Advt No. 01/HR/2026/RHQ-SR) for the engagement of Consultants on a contract basis for a period of one year. Online applications are invited from eligible Indian Nationals for 18 vacancies across various disciplines including Clinical Psychology, Airport Systems, Wildlife Management, Law, and more.
Total Vacancies
18
Qualifications
Degree / PG
Online Apply
07 Oct 2026
Last Date
27 Oct 2026
Important Update: The cutoff date for calculating the upper age limit, qualification, and experience shall be reckoned as on 27.10.2026 (the date of closing of online registration). The engagement will be on a full-time basis, and consultants will not be permitted to take up any other assignment during this period.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date for submission of application online | 07.10.2026 |
| Last date for submission of application online | 27.10.2026 |
| Schedule for Document Verification / Interview | Will be intimated later |
Vacancy & Remuneration Details
A total of 18 vacancies have been notified across different consultant levels and disciplines. The consolidated fixed monthly remuneration (all inclusive) varies by post.
| Name of the Position | Place of Engagement | Vacancies | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Consultant (Clinical Psychologist) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 01 | ₹ 1,00,000/- |
| Junior Consultant (Airport Systems) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 01 | ₹ 1,00,000/- |
| Consultant (Bird & Wildlife Management) | Chennai Airport | 01 | ₹ 1,20,000/- |
| Associate Consultant (Bird & Wildlife Management) | Chennai Airport | 01 | ₹ 70,000/- |
| Junior Consultant (Obstacle Mgt & Safeguarding) | Chennai Airport | 01 | ₹ 1,00,000/- |
| Associate Consultant (Obstacle Mgt & Safeguarding) | Chennai Airport | 01 | ₹ 70,000/- |
| Consultant (Horticulture) | RHQ-SR | 02 | ₹ 1,20,000/- |
| Senior Consultant (Law) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 03 | ₹ 1,50,000/- |
| Consultant (Content Writer) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 01 | ₹ 1,20,000/- |
| Consultant (Graphic Designer) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 01 | ₹ 1,20,000/- |
| Consultant (Video Editor) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 01 | ₹ 1,20,000/- |
| Junior Consultant (Technical) | – | 02 | ₹ 1,00,000/- |
| Associate Consultant (Technical) | – | 02 | ₹ 70,000/- |
Eligibility Criteria (Age limit & Qualifications)
Age Limit & Essential Qualifications (As on 27.10.2026)
The upper age limit and required educational background vary according to the specific level of the consultant position.
| Post Name | Upper Age Limit | Educational Qualification & Experience summary |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Psychologist (Jr Consultant) | 35 years | Post-Graduation in Psychology with 3-5 years of clinical exposure. |
| Airport Systems (Jr Consultant) | 35 years | B.E/B.Tech in Electronics/ECE/EIE with 3-5 years project management experience. |
| Bird & Wildlife Management | 40 yrs (Consultant) 30 yrs (Assoc) |
Master’s in Wildlife Science/Zoology/EVS. Experience: 5-8 yrs (Consultant) / 0-3 yrs (Associate). |
| Obstacle Management & Safeguarding | 35 yrs (Jr) 30 yrs (Assoc) |
Graduate in Civil Engineering. Experience: 3-5 yrs (Junior) / 0-3 yrs (Associate). |
| Horticulture (Consultant) | 40 years | M.Sc in Agriculture/Horticulture + 5-8 years experience in executive cadre. |
| Senior Consultant (Law) | 45 years | Professional degree in Law (3 or 5 years) eligible to enroll as Advocate. 8-10 years legal experience. |
| Content Writer (Consultant) | 40 years | Bachelor’s/Master’s in Mass Comm/Journalism/English + 5-8 years writing experience. |
| Graphic Designer (Consultant) | 40 years | Bachelor’s with Advanced Diploma/Degree in Multimedia/Animation + 5-8 yrs experience. |
| Video Editor (Consultant) | 40 years | Bachelor’s with Diploma/Degree in Film Production/Visual Arts + 5-8 yrs editing experience. |
| Technical | 35 yrs (Jr) 30 yrs (Assoc) |
B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical or Automobile Engg. Exp: 3-5 yrs (Junior) / 0-3 yrs (Associate). |
Selection Process
1
Document VerificationVerification of all uploaded credentials2
InterviewMinimum 50 marks required to qualify- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present their original 10th, 12th, Degree, PG, and Experience certificates as uploaded during registration.
- Interview: The selection will be based purely on merit ranking in the interview. Eligible candidates must secure a minimum of 50 marks in the interview to be considered for selection.
- Background Check: Candidates must provide a self-certified declaration that no criminal cases are pending against them.
How to Apply Online & Documents Required
Eligible candidates must apply online between 07.10.2026 and 27.10.2026. During the online registration process, the following documents must be prepared and uploaded:
- Recent Passport Size Photograph: 100kb to 200kb (.jpeg/.jpg format), dimension 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm.
- Signature: On white paper with a black ink pen (80kb to 150kb).
- 10th Class Certificate/Marksheet: 100kb to 1MB (.jpeg/.jpg/.pdf format).
- 12th Class Certificate/Marksheet: 100kb to 1MB (.jpeg/.jpg/.pdf format).
- UG Degree Certificate/Marksheet: 100kb to 1MB (.jpeg/.jpg/.pdf format).
- PG Degree Certificate/Marksheet: 100kb to 1MB (wherever applicable).
- Experience Certificate: Minimum 100kb to 1MB (.jpeg/.jpg/.pdf format).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many vacancies are in AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026? ▼
There are a total of 18 Consultant vacancies across various disciplines including Law, Horticulture, Technical, and Clinical Psychology.
What is the last date to apply? ▼
The last date for submission of the online application is 27 October 2026.
What is the contract duration for the Consultant posts? ▼
The engagement is initially for a period of one (01) year, extendable for another year at a time, up to a maximum cumulative period of 5 years.
Will I get TA/DA or other allowances? ▼
No increments or standard allowances (like DA, HRA, Medical) are provided. However, Consultants will be allowed TA/DA strictly for official travel inside the country upon approval by the Competent Authority.
What is the selection process? ▼
The selection is based on Document Verification followed by an Interview. A candidate must score a minimum of 50 marks in the interview to be considered.