Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Company Name | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Post Name | Graduate/Diploma/ITI Trade Apprentice |
| No of Posts | 38 (tentative, may be decreased/increased) |
| Stipend | Rs. 9,600/- to Rs. 15,000/- per month |
| Qualification | B.Tech/ B.E, Diploma, ITI (NCVT) |
| Age Limit | 18-26 years (as on 24 August 2026) |
| Last Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship Training |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Start of Online Application | 21 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | As per official notification |
| Admit Card Release | As per official notification |
| Exam Date | As per official notification |
| Result Declaration | As per official notification |
Vacancy Details
A total of 38 Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Trade Apprentice vacancies have been announced for the 2026-27 apprenticeship training at NSCBI Airport, Kolkata. The positions are distributed across various disciplines as listed below. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Graduate Apprentice - Engineering (Civil) | As per official notification |
| Diploma Apprentice - Engineering (Civil) | As per official notification |
| Graduate Apprentice - Engineering (Electrical) | As per official notification |
| Diploma Apprentice - Engineering (Electrical) | As per official notification |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) - Engineering (Electrical) | As per official notification |
| Graduate Apprentice - Electronics and Communication | As per official notification |
| Diploma Apprentice - Electronics and Tele Communication | As per official notification |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) - Electronics & Mechanics | As per official notification |
| Graduate Apprentice - IT | As per official notification |
| Graduate Apprentice - Technical | As per official notification |
| Diploma Apprentice - Technical | As per official notification |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) - Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | As per official notification |
| Total | 38 |
Eligibility
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Education | Graduate Apprentice: Full-time (regular) 4-year degree in Engineering in the relevant/equivalent stream, recognized by AICTE, Government of India.
Diploma Apprentice: Full-time (regular) 3-year diploma in Engineering in the relevant/equivalent stream, recognized by AICTE, Government of India.
ITI Trade Apprentice: ITI NCVT certificate in the relevant/equivalent trade/specialization, awarded by the Directorate General of Training (DGT), Government of India. |
| Nationality | Indian Nationals |
| Domicile | West Bengal only |
| Passing Year | Candidates who passed their degree/diploma/ITI in 2022 or after 2022 are eligible. |
| Additional Conditions | Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship, discontinued it midway, or are currently undergoing apprenticeship elsewhere (including in AAI) with the same qualification level are not eligible. Candidates with apprenticeship training or job experience of 1 year or more after attaining the essential qualification are not eligible. Candidates applying for more than one discipline will not be considered. |
Age Limit
The age limits for the AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice Recruitment 2026 are as follows, with the cutoff date being 24 August 2026. | Category | Age Limit |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 26 years |
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD and other categories is applicable as per Government of India guidelines. Application Fee
No application fee is being charged for this recruitment. | Category | Fee |
| All Categories | Nil |
Selection Process
The selection process for AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice positions involves multiple stages to ensure suitable candidates are chosen for the apprenticeship training. | Stage | Process |
| Initial Application | Nominations for Graduate and Diploma Apprentices are considered only through the BOPT/NATS website. Nominations for ITI Trade Apprentices are considered only through the RDAT/NAPS website. |
| Provisional Selection | Based on the percentage of marks obtained in the required educational qualification. |
| Interview/Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview/document verification through their registered email ID. |
| Final Selection | Based on interview/verification of certificates and submission of a Medical Fitness Certificate at the time of joining. |
| Engagement Location | Selected candidates will be engaged only at the O/o the Airport Director, AAI, NSCBI Airport, Kolkata-52. |
Salary
Selected candidates for the AAI Apprentice positions will receive a monthly stipend as detailed below. | Post Name | Monthly Stipend (Rs.) |
| Graduate Apprentice (Civil/Electrical/Electronics & Communication/IT/Technical) | 15,000/- (Rs. 8,850/- AAI share + Rs. 6,150/- Government share under DBT scheme) |
| Diploma Apprentice (Civil/Electrical/Electronics & Tele Communication/Technical) | 12,000/- (Rs. 6,550/- AAI share + Rs. 5,450/- Government share under DBT scheme) |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) - Electrical/Electronics & Mechanics | 10,560/- (by AAI) |
| Trade Apprentice (ITI) - COPA | 9,600/- (by AAI) |
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready for the application process and subsequent verification: - Recent Photograph
- Signature
- Identity Proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID)
- Educational Certificates (Mark sheets and certificates for Degree/Diploma/ITI)
- West Bengal Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD, if applicable)
- Medical Fitness Certificate (required at the time of joining)
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online for the AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice Recruitment 2026 by following these steps: - Visit the official NATS portal (for Graduate/Diploma Apprentices) or Apprenticeship India portal (for ITI Trade Apprentices).
- Register yourself on the portal if you are a new user, or log in using your existing credentials.
- Search for "Airports Authority of India (AAI)" or the specific advertisement number (1/2026/AAC/APPRENTICE-GRADUATE/DIPLOMA/ITI(TRADE)/AAI-NSCBI AIRPORT).
- Fill out the online application form with all the required personal, educational, and contact details accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and all necessary documents as per the specified format and size.
- Review the entire application form carefully to ensure all information is correct and complete.
- Submit the application form before the last date, 24 August 2026.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for your records and future reference.
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online for AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice Recruitment 2026 is 24 August 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 38 Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Trade Apprentice vacancies have been announced for the 2026-27 training period at NSCBI Airport, Kolkata.
Q3. What are the eligibility criteria for AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice posts?
Ans: Candidates must be Indian Nationals with West Bengal domicile, possess a full-time Engineering Degree, Diploma, or ITI (NCVT) certificate in the relevant discipline, and have passed in 2022 or later.
Q4. What is the age limit for AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 26 years as on 24 August 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India guidelines for reserved categories.
Q5. Is there any application fee for AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Ans: No, there is no application fee required for this recruitment from any category of candidates.
Q6. What is the monthly stipend for AAI Apprentices?
Ans: Monthly stipends range from Rs. 9,600/- for ITI COPA Trade Apprentice to Rs. 15,000/- for Graduate Apprentices, including AAI and Government shares.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online (Graduate/Diploma) | Click Here (For ITI Trade Apprentices, apply via Apprenticeship India portal) |