AAI Eastern Region Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 140 Graduate, Diploma & ITI Apprentice Posts
Airports Authority of India (Eastern Region) is inviting online applications from eligible candidates for 140 Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentice seats across various airports for the year 2026–27.
The Airports Authority of India (AAI), Eastern Region, has released an official recruitment notification (Advertisement No.: 01/2026/ER/APPRENTICE) for the engagement of Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 for the year 2026–27.
Eligible and interested candidates belonging to the Eastern Region (West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim, and Andaman & Nicobar) can apply online through the official NATS or NAPS portals.
Overview of AAI Apprentice Engagement 2026–27
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Airports Authority of India (AAI), Eastern Region |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026/ER/APPRENTICE |
| Post Name | Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentices |
| Total Vacancies | 140 Posts |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Job Location | RHQ ER (Kolkata) and various airports across Eastern Region |
| Application Mode | Online (via NATS / NAPS Portal) |
Vacancy Details and Monthly Stipend
AAI is offering a total of 140 apprenticeship seats across various categories. The breakdown of vacancies and monthly stipend structure is as follows:
1. Graduate Apprentices
- Total Vacancies: 35 Seats
- Stipend: ₹15,000/- per month
2. Diploma Apprentices
- Total Vacancies: 35 Seats
- Stipend: ₹12,000/- per month
3. ITI Apprentices
- Total Vacancies: 70 Seats
- Stipend Structure:
- 1st Year of Training: ₹9,600/- per month
- 2nd Year of Training: ₹10,560/- per month (applicable to National or State Trade Certificate holders where prior training in recognized institutions is taken into account for minimum payable stipend rates).
Note: AAI reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of apprenticeship seats or cancel the engagement process without assigning any reason.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026–27, candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
Domicile Requirement
- Candidates must be Indian Nationals belonging to the Eastern Region states/UTs:
- West Bengal
- Odisha
- Bihar
- Jharkhand
- Chhattisgarh
- Sikkim
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Educational Qualification & Passing Year
- Candidates must have passed their respective Degree, Diploma, or ITI course in or after 2024 (as on 30/06/2026).
Location-Wise Establishment Enrolment IDs
When applying through the portal, candidates need to search for the specific AAI Establishment ID according to the airport/location.
| Sl. No. | Airport / Location | BOPT (NATS) ID | RDAT (NAPS) ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RHQ ER, Kolkata | EWBPNC000015 | E02211900015 |
| 2 | VSI Airport, Sri Vijaya Puram | EANSAC000005 | E02233500003 |
| 3 | Bagdogra Airport | EWBDAC000001 | E02241900953 |
| 4 | Gaya Airport | EBRGAC000001 | E06211000016 |
| 5 | Patna Airport | EBRPAC000006 | E05201000023 |
| 6 | Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi | EJHRAC00012 | E02232000009 |
| 7 | Raipur Airport | WCTRPC000009 | E03232200002 |
| 8 | Bhubaneswar Airport | EORKHC000024 | E05192100002 |
| 9 | Pakyong Airport | ESKESC000005 | — |
| 10 | Jharsuguda Airport | EORJHC000006 | E01232100007 |
How to Apply for AAI Apprentice Posts Online
Candidates must submit their applications through the online apprenticeship portals. Applications submitted via any other mode will not be accepted.
Step-by-Step Application Process:
- Portal Registration:
- Profile Completion: Log in to your candidate account and ensure all profile details, educational documents, and personal details are updated.
- Search Establishment: Navigate to the ‘Establishment Search’ section and search for the specific AAI Enrolment ID for your preferred airport location.
- Apply: Submit your online application for the concerned establishment.
- Print Application: Save a copy or screenshot of the submitted application confirmation for future reference.
Rules and Regulations
- During the period of Apprenticeship, candidates shall be governed by the Apprentices Act 1961 (as amended in 1973 and till date) and commensurate policies/rules of the organization.
Important Official Links
| Link Description | Link URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Graduate & Diploma - NATS) | Click Here |
| Apply Online (ITI - NAPS) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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