AAI Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27 – 140 Graduate, Diploma & ITI Apprentice Posts

Airports Authority of India (AAI), Eastern Region, invites applications from eligible candidates for 140 Apprentice training positions for the year 2026-27. Candidates from West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim and Andaman & Nicobar Islands are eligible to apply.

Trade-wise Vacancies

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification:
  • Graduate Apprentice: Full-time B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering discipline
  • Diploma Apprentice: Full-time Diploma in relevant engineering from AICTE-approved institution
  • ITI Apprentice: NCVT ITI certificate in relevant trade
• Age Limit: 18–26 years. Age relaxation as per Govt of India norms: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years.
• Regional Preference: Candidates must be from Eastern Region states (West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim, A&N Islands). Domicile certificate may be required.

Stipend

As per Apprenticeship Act, 1961 and AAI guidelines – ₹9,000 to ₹12,000 per month for Graduate/Diploma apprentices; ₹7,000–₹8,000 per month for ITI trade apprentices.

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting based on percentage of marks in the qualifying examination
2. Document Verification
3. Medical Examination

How to Apply

1. Apply through the NATS Portal: nats.education.gov.in
2. Register / Login to the NATS portal
3. Complete the student profile with educational details
4. Search for "AAI Eastern Region" apprenticeship opportunities
5. Submit the application for the desired trade
6. Upload required documents (educational certificates, domicile, caste, photo, signature)

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