AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply for 95 Posts
📅 Posted: 07/07/2026 📝 Updated: 07/07/2026
Total Vacancy95
SalaryRs.9,600 - Rs.15,000 (Stipend, Post-wise) [Graduate: Rs.15,000, Diploma: Rs.12,000, Trade/ITI: Rs.9,600]
LocationAll India
Last Date28/07/2026
Short Information: Airports Authority of India (AAI), Regional Headquarters (North Eastern Region), Guwahati, has invited applications for engagement of Graduate, Diploma and Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for the year 2026-27, with 95 total apprenticeship positions across Civil, Electrical, Electronic/IT/Computer Science and Mechanical Engineering streams, along with Fitter, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) and Electrician ITI trades. This one-year training program, offered at various airports across the North Eastern Region including Assam, Agartala, Imphal, Shillong, Dimapur, Tezu, Lengpui and Hollongi (Itanagar), is open only to Indian Nationals domiciled in the North Eastern Region. Graduate Apprentices receive a monthly stipend of Rs.15,000, Diploma (Technical) Apprentices get Rs.12,000, and Trade (ITI) Apprentices receive Rs.9,600, giving candidates practical, on-the-job exposure at one of India's key civil aviation infrastructure organizations. Candidates who passed their Graduate or Diploma qualification in 2024 or after, and are between 18 to 26 years of age as on 28 July 2026, can apply online through the NATS portal (for Graduate/Diploma Apprentices) or the NAPS portal (for ITI Trade Apprentices) before the last date of 28 July 2026. Selection is based on percentage of marks in the qualifying examination, followed by an interview and document verification, with no written examination involved, making educational performance the single most important factor in getting shortlisted.
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AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates
| Notification Released | 07/07/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 28/07/2026 |
AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee
| All Candidates | ₹0 |
Payment: N/A (No Application Fee)
AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply for 95 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: 18-26 Years (as on 28/07/2026)
(SC/ST/OBC/PWBD: Relaxation in upper age limit as per Government of India guidelines)
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering (Graduate/Diploma Apprentice) | 18 |
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| Electrical Engineering (Graduate/Diploma Apprentice) | 20 |
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| Electronic/IT/Computer Science Engineering (Graduate/Diploma Apprentice) | 16 |
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| Mechanical Engineering (Graduate/Diploma Apprentice) | 8 |
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| Fitter (Trade Apprentice - ITI) | 7 |
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| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) (Trade Apprentice - ITI) | 12 |
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| Electrician (Trade Apprentice - ITI) | 14 |
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| Total Vacancy | 95 | |
| Note: No. of posts are tentative and can be reduced or increased. | ||
Recruitment Table: Category Wise Vacancy (Graduate / Diploma / Trade)
| Post Name | Graduate | Diploma | Trade (ITI) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 8 | 10 | 0 | 18 |
| Electrical Engineering | 10 | 10 | 0 | 20 |
| Electronic/IT/Computer Science Engineering | 10 | 6 | 0 | 16 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 3 | 5 | 0 | 8 |
| Fitter (ITI) | 0 | 0 | 7 | 7 |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 0 | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| Electrician | 0 | 0 | 14 | 14 |
| Total | 31 | 31 | 95 |
AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria
- Only Indian Nationals who are domiciles of the North Eastern Region (Assam, Agartala-Tripura, Imphal-Manipur, Shillong-Meghalaya, Dimapur-Nagaland, Lengpui-Mizoram, Tezu/Hollongi-Arunachal Pradesh) are eligible.
- Candidates who have passed Graduate/Diploma in 2024 or after are eligible.
- Age limit: Minimum 18 years and Maximum 26 years as on 28/07/2026 (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWBD as per Govt. of India guidelines).
- Candidates who have already completed their apprenticeship, terminated it midway, or are pursuing apprenticeship in other organizations or in AAI with the same qualification level, are not eligible.
- Candidates who have had apprenticeship training/job experience for 1 year or more after attaining the essential qualification are not eligible.
- Candidates applying for more than one discipline will not be considered and their application will be rejected.
AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Level |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Rs.15,000/month (AAI Share Rs.8,850 + Govt. DBT Share Rs.6,150) |
| Diploma (Technical) Apprentice | Rs.12,000/month (AAI Share Rs.6,550 + Govt. DBT Share Rs.5,450) |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) | Rs.9,600/month (AAI Share only) |
AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps
- Provisional Selection based on percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination
- Shortlisting and intimation to candidates through registered Email ID
- Interview / Document Verification
- Final Selection based on Interview, Certificate Verification and submission of Medical Fitness Certificate at the time of joining
AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern
Recruitment Details: Selection Mode
- No written examination is conducted for this apprenticeship engagement.
- Provisional selection is based purely on the percentage of marks scored in the qualifying Graduate/Diploma/ITI examination.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for Interview/Document Verification through their registered email IDs only.
Recruitment Table: Job Profile by Post
| Post Name | Primary Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering Apprentice | On-the-job training in airport civil infrastructure works including runways, buildings, drainage and maintenance activities under supervision of AAI engineers. |
| Electrical Engineering Apprentice | On-the-job training in airport electrical systems including power supply, lighting, and electrical maintenance of airport installations. |
| Electronic/IT/Computer Science Engineering Apprentice | On-the-job training in airport electronics, navigation/communication systems, IT infrastructure and computer systems support. |
| Mechanical Engineering Apprentice | On-the-job training in mechanical systems maintenance including HVAC, escalators, elevators and other airport mechanical equipment. |
| Fitter (ITI Trade Apprentice) | Hands-on training in fitting, assembly and maintenance of mechanical components and equipment at the airport. |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) (ITI Trade Apprentice) | Hands-on training in maintenance and repair of motor vehicles and airport ground support equipment. |
| Electrician (ITI Trade Apprentice) | Hands-on training in electrical wiring, installation and maintenance work at airport premises. |
AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026How to Apply
- For Graduate/Diploma Apprentices: Visit the BOAT/RDAT web portal www.nats.education.gov.in and register/login.
- For ITI Trade Apprentices: Visit www.apprenticeshipindia.org and register/login.
- Search for the establishment 'Airports Authority of India - RHQ NER, Guwahati' using ID EASKMC000039 (BOAT) or E08201800006 (NAPS).
- Click on the 'Apply' button on the next page for the desired training position.
- After successful application, a confirmation message will appear: 'Successfully applied for the training position. Based on availability, you will be contacted by the establishment.'
- Candidates must register on the concerned portal (NATS/NAPS) before applying; applications received through any other mode of correspondence will not be entertained.
Recruitment Note: About Airports Authority of India (AAI)
Airports Authority of India (AAI), a Schedule-A Miniratna Category-1 Public Sector Enterprise, was constituted by an Act of Parliament and came into being on 1 April 1995 by merging the erstwhile National Airports Authority and the International Airports Authority of India. This merger brought into existence a single organization entrusted with the responsibility of creating, upgrading, maintaining and managing civil aviation infrastructure, both on the ground and in the air space, across the country. AAI's Regional Headquarters (North Eastern Region), based at Guwahati Airport, oversees airport operations and infrastructure development across all North Eastern states, making it a key institution for regional connectivity and aviation growth in the region.
Recruitment Note: Stipend & Nature of Engagement
Apprentices engaged under this program receive a fixed monthly stipend depending on their category: Rs.15,000 for Graduate Apprentices (comprising AAI's share of Rs.8,850 and the Government's DBT share of Rs.6,150), Rs.12,000 for Diploma (Technical) Apprentices (AAI share Rs.6,550 plus Govt. DBT share Rs.5,450), and Rs.9,600 for Trade (ITI) Apprentices (entirely from AAI's share). No TA/DA is provided during the training period. This is strictly a one-year apprenticeship training program under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and AAI has no obligation to offer regular employment at the end of the training; apprentices cannot claim regular employment or placement from AAI on the basis of this engagement at any point of time.
AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026Important Official Links
| Apply Online (NATS - Graduate/Diploma) Application Window: Till 28/07/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Apply Online (NAPS - ITI Trade) Application Window: Till 28/07/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Notification Advt No. 01/2026/APPRENTICE/GRADUATE/DIPLOMA/ITI/NER | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.
Quick Overview
🚀 Recruitment Overview
Quick Summary of the Notification
| Organization |  AAI |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Graduate/Diploma/Trade Apprentice |
| Total Vacancy | 95 |
| Salary | Rs.9,600 - Rs.15,000 (Stipend, Post-wise) [Graduate: Rs.15,000, Diploma: Rs.12,000, Trade/ITI: Rs.9,600] |
| Job Location | All India |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 28/07/2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Website ↗ |
💡 Expert Tip
Since AAI explicitly rejects applications from candidates who apply for more than one discipline, decide your single best-matched stream (Engineering branch or ITI trade) before starting your application on NATS or NAPS, as there is no option to correct this later. Make sure you register on the correct portal first — NATS (www.nats.education.gov.in) for Graduate/Diploma Apprentices and NAPS (www.apprenticeshipindia.org) for ITI Trade Apprentices — and search specifically for 'Airports Authority of India – RHQ NER, Guwahati' using Establishment ID EASKMC000039 (BOAT) or E08201800006 (NAPS), since applying to the wrong establishment listing is a common and costly mistake. Also note that if you have already completed an apprenticeship, discontinued one midway, or have 1 year or more of work/apprenticeship experience after your qualification, you are not eligible, so don't waste your one shot at this application if that applies to you. Keep your Medical Fitness Certificate requirement in mind early, since it must be obtained only from a Government Medical Officer or a Government Undertaking's Medical Officer at the time of joining.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 What is the stipend for AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026? ▼
Ans: Graduate Apprentices receive Rs.15,000 per month, Diploma (Technical) Apprentices receive Rs.12,000 per month, and Trade (ITI) Apprentices receive Rs.9,600 per month. These amounts include both AAI's share and the Government's DBT share, except for ITI trade apprentices, where the full amount comes from AAI's share only.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply online for AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026? ▼
Ans: The last date to submit the online application through the NATS portal (for Graduate/Diploma Apprentices) or the NAPS portal (for ITI Trade Apprentices) is 28/07/2026 (Tuesday).
Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the AAI Apprentice selection process? ▼
Ans: No, there is no written examination for this apprenticeship engagement, so no negative marking applies. Provisional selection is based on the percentage of marks scored in the qualifying Graduate/Diploma/ITI examination, followed by an interview.
Q.4 What is the age limit for AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026? ▼
Ans: The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 26 years as on 28/07/2026. Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PWBD categories as per Government of India guidelines.
Q.5 How to download the AAI NER Apprentice Notification PDF? ▼
Ans: Candidates can download the official notification bearing Advt. No. 01/2026/APPRENTICE/GRADUATE/DIPLOMA/ITI/NER through the Download Notification link provided on this page, or from the AAI Regional Headquarters (NER) office at Guwahati Airport.
Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for AAI NER Apprentice posts? ▼
Ans: For Graduate/Diploma Apprentices, candidates need a full-time (regular) 4-year Engineering Degree or 3-year Diploma in the relevant stream, recognized by AICTE, GOI, passed in 2024 or after. For ITI Trade Apprentices, candidates need an ITI/NCVT certificate in the relevant trade from an AICTE, GOI recognized institution, passed in 2024 or after.
Q.7 What is the selection process for AAI NER Apprentice Recruitment 2026? ▼
Ans: Selection starts with provisional shortlisting based on the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination, followed by an Interview/Document Verification called through the candidate's registered email ID, and final selection based on certificate verification and submission of a Medical Fitness Certificate at the time of joining.
Q.8 Is AAI Apprentice a permanent government job? ▼
Ans: No, this is a one-year apprenticeship training program under the Apprentices Act, 1961. AAI has no obligation to provide regular employment after the training, and apprentices cannot claim regular employment or placement from AAI on the basis of this engagement.
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