AAI Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27

📋 Job Description

- Recruitment of Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentices for 140 posts in the Eastern Region of India.
- Apprenticeship duration: 1 year with monthly stipend ranging from ₹9,600 to ₹15,000 based on qualification.
- Open to candidates from Eastern Region states: West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
- Applications must be submitted via NATS (for Graduate/Diploma) or NAPS (for ITI) portals.
- Selection based on merit and eligibility criteria as per Apprentices Act, 1961.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- Indian nationality only.
- Must belong to Eastern Region states: West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim, or Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
- Qualification: Passed relevant Degree/Diploma/ITI course in or after 2024 (as assessed on 30/06/2026).
- No upper age limit specified.
- Must register on NATS (Graduate/Diploma) or NAPS (ITI) portals.

🏆 Selection Process

- Selection based on merit and eligibility criteria.
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for document verification.
- Final selection subject to medical fitness and document verification.
- AAI reserves the right to modify or cancel the engagement process without prior notice.

📊 Key Information

Organization	Airports Authority of India (AAI), Eastern Region
Location / State	West Bengal
Job Location	Eastern Region (West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim, Andaman & Nicobar Islands)
Category Eligibility	All categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS).
Experience Required	No prior experience required.

📊 AAI Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Graduate Apprentice	35
Diploma Apprentice	35
ITI Apprentice	70
Total	140

📁 Required Documents

- Passport-sized photograph.
- Scanned copy of signature.
- Educational qualification certificates (Degree/Diploma/ITI).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Domicile certificate (Eastern Region states).
- Aadhaar card.
- Bank passbook details for stipend disbursement.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Graduate Apprentice: 35 posts, ₹15,000/month stipend.
Diploma Apprentice: 35 posts, ₹12,000/month stipend.
ITI Apprentice: 70 posts, ₹9,600/month (1st year) and ₹10,560/month (2nd year) stipend.

✍️ How to Apply

Graduate and Diploma candidates: Register on NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in) and apply using AAI Establishment ID.
ITI candidates: Register on NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) and apply using AAI Establishment ID.
Use the correct Establishment ID for your preferred location (e.g., RHQ Kolkata, Bagdogra Airport, etc.).
Fill in required details and submit the application online.
Applications submitted via any other mode will not be accepted.

⚠️ Important Instructions

Apprenticeship governed by Apprentices Act, 1961 and AAI policies.
AAI reserves the right to increase, decrease, or cancel vacancies without notice.
No offline applications will be accepted.
Selected candidates must undergo medical fitness test.
Stipend will be disbursed as per Apprentices Act guidelines.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many vacancies are there in AAI Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026-27?

A. A total of 140 vacancies are available: 35 Graduate, 35 Diploma, and 70 ITI apprentice posts.

Q. What is the stipend for AAI apprentices?

A. Graduate apprentices receive ₹15,000 per month, Diploma apprentices receive ₹12,000 per month, and ITI apprentices receive ₹9,600 per month in the first year and ₹10,560 per month in the second year.

Q. Who is eligible to apply for AAI Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A. Only Indian Nationals domiciled in West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands are eligible.

Q. What is the required qualification for AAI apprentice posts?

A. Candidates must have passed their relevant degree, diploma, or ITI course in or after 2024, as assessed on 30/06/2026.

Q. How to apply for AAI Eastern Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026?

A. Graduate and Diploma candidates must apply via the NATS portal, and ITI candidates via the NAPS portal, using the AAI Establishment ID for their preferred location.