The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has been released the AAI Exam Date 2026 for Manager and Junior Executive recruitment under Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT. According to the official notice, the Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be conducted on 21 October and 26 October 2026 for different posts.
AAI Exam Date 2026 Out
Candidates appearing for the examination should check the post-wise exam schedule carefully to know their examination date. The official notice has not specified the shift timings, reporting time, or individual examination slots. Candidates should check the official AAI website and their admit cards for further updates regarding the examination schedule.
AAI Exam Date 2026: Overview
The AAI recruitment examination will be held for Manager and Junior Executive posts across multiple disciplines. The examination dates have been divided according to the post codes mentioned in the recruitment advertisement.
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Advertisement Number | 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT |
| Posts | Manager & Junior Executive |
| Total Vacancies | 379 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| AAI Exam Date 2026 | 21 October and 26 October 2026 |
| AAI Admit Card 2026 | Released |
| Selection Process | CBT, Application Verification and Interview (where applicable) |
AAI Exam Date 2026: Post-Wise Schedule
As per the official examination notice, the AAI Manager and Junior Executive examination will be conducted on two dates. Candidates should refer to the following table to check the examination date for their respective posts.
AAI Exam Schedule for 21 October 2026
The following posts are scheduled for the Computer-Based Test on 21 October 2026.
| Post Code | Name of the Post | Exam Date |
| 02 | Manager (Engineering-Electrical) | 21 October 2026 |
| 03 | Manager (Finance) | 21 October 2026 |
| 05 | Manager (Architecture) | 21 October 2026 |
| 06 | Manager (Law) | 21 October 2026 |
| 07 | Manager (Fire Services) | 21 October 2026 |
| 09 | Manager (Commercial) | 21 October 2026 |
| 11 | Manager (Corporate Communications) | 21 October 2026 |
| 12 | Junior Executive (Finance) | 21 October 2026 |
| 15 | Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | 21 October 2026 |
AAI Exam Schedule for 26 October 2026
Candidates applying for the following Manager and Junior Executive posts are scheduled to appear for the examination on 26 October 2026.
| Post Code | Name of the Post | Exam Date |
| 01 | Manager (Engineering-Civil) | 26 October 2026 |
| 04 | Manager (Information Technology) | 26 October 2026 |
| 08 | Manager (Operations) | 26 October 2026 |
| 10 | Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | 26 October 2026 |
| 13 | Junior Executive (Law) | 26 October 2026 |
| 14 | Junior Executive (Operations) | 26 October 2026 |
AAI Exam Shift Timing 2026
The official AAI examination notice announces the dates for the Manager and Junior Executive CBT but does not mention the shift timings or reporting time. Therefore, the examination shifts cannot be confirmed from the notice currently available. Candidates should check their admit cards for the following details once released:
- Examination date and shift
- Reporting time and gate-closing time
- Examination centre and address
- Important examination-day instructions
- Documents required at the examination centre
AAI Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive covers 379 vacancies for Manager and Junior Executive positions in different disciplines.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Manager (Engineering-Civil) | 14 |
| Manager (Engineering-Electrical) | 16 |
| Manager (Finance) | 34 |
| Manager (IT) | 5 |
| Manager (Architecture) | 4 |
| Manager (Law) | 2 |
| Manager (Fire Services) | 14 |
| Manager (Operations) | 28 |
| Manager (Commercial) | 9 |
| Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services) | 1 |
| Manager (Corporate Communications) | 2 |
| Junior Executive (Finance) | 36 |
| Junior Executive (Law) | 6 |
| Junior Executive (Operations) | 79 |
| Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) | 8 |
| Total | 379 |
AAI Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process varies depending on the post. Candidates must qualify the applicable stages to be considered for appointment.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): Candidates appear for the online objective-type examination.
- Application Verification: Shortlisted candidates undergo verification of their applications and supporting documents.
- Interview: Candidates applying for Manager posts are required to attend an interview, wherever applicable.
- Physical and Driving Tests: Candidates for Manager (Fire Services) must qualify the applicable Physical Measurement Test, Physical Endurance Test and Driving Test.
- Final Selection: Selection is subject to the applicable recruitment criteria, document verification, medical fitness and other eligibility requirements.
AAI Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
The AAI Computer-Based Test consists of objective-type questions. According to the examination pattern outlined in the recruitment information, the test has a total of 150 questions carrying 150 marks, with a duration of 120 minutes.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Mode | Online CBT |
| Question Type | Objective |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Maximum Marks | 150 |
| Exam Duration | 120 minutes |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking, as specified in the recruitment information |
AAI Recruitment 2026 Salary
AAI offers pay scales and additional benefits to selected candidates according to their posts and applicable service rules.
| Post | Pay Scale |
| Manager (E-3) | ₹60,000–₹1,80,000 |
| Junior Executive (E-1) | ₹40,000–₹1,40,000 |









Canara Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 ...
UCO Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Not...
NICL AO Notification 2026 Out for 321 Ad...

