AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 95 Graduate, Diploma & ITI Apprentice Posts in North East Region
The Airports Authority of India (AAI), North Eastern Region (NER) has released the official notification for the engagement of 95 Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Trade Apprentices for the apprenticeship year 2026-27. Eligible candidates who are domiciles of Assam, Tripura, Manipur, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Arunachal Pradesh can apply online through the NATS 2.0 or NAPS portal before 28 July 2026.
The apprenticeship training will be conducted for a period of one year at various AAI Airports across the North Eastern Region. Candidates should carefully read the eligibility criteria, discipline-wise vacancies, age limit, selection process, and application procedure before applying online.
📌 Quick Overview
| Organization | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Region | North Eastern Region (NER) |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026/Apprentice/Graduate/Diploma/ITI/NER |
| Post Name | Graduate, Diploma & ITI Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 95 |
| Training Duration | 1 Year |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship Training |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Eligible States | Assam, Tripura, Manipur, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram & Arunachal Pradesh |
| Age Limit | 18 to 26 Years |
| Selection Process | Merit, Document Verification & Medical Fitness |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 July 2026 |
📋 Vacancy Details
| Discipline / Trade | Graduate | Diploma | ITI | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 8 | 10 | — | 18 |
| Electrical Engineering | 10 | 10 | — | 20 |
| Electronics / IT / Computer Science | 10 | 6 | — | 16 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 3 | 5 | — | 8 |
| Fitter (ITI) | — | — | 7 | 7 |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | — | — | 12 | 12 |
| Electrician (ITI) | — | — | 14 | 14 |
| Grand Total | 31 | 31 | 33 | 95 |
✈️ AAI Apprentice Training Locations
| State | Training Location |
|---|---|
| Assam | AAI Airports in Assam |
| Tripura | Agartala Airport |
| Manipur | Imphal Airport |
| Meghalaya | Shillong Airport |
| Nagaland | Dimapur Airport |
| Mizoram | Lengpui Airport |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Tezu Airport & Hollongi Airport |
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the following qualifications from AICTE/Government of India recognized institutions.
| Apprentice Category | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Full-time 4-Year Bachelor's Degree in Engineering in the relevant discipline. |
| Diploma Apprentice | Full-time 3-Year Diploma in Engineering in the relevant discipline. |
| ITI Trade Apprentice | ITI/NCVT Certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized institution. |
🎯 Eligible Engineering Disciplines
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Information Technology (IT)
- Computer Science Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Fitter (ITI)
- Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) (ITI)
- Electrician (ITI)
✅ Other Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must be domiciles of the North Eastern Region (NER), i.e. Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland or Tripura.
- Applicants should have completed their Degree/Diploma examination in 2024 or later.
- Candidates who have already completed Apprenticeship Training under the Apprentices Act are not eligible.
- Candidates having one year or more work experience after obtaining the prescribed qualification are not eligible.
- Graduate and Diploma candidates must register on the NATS 2.0 Portal.
- ITI candidates must register on the NAPS Portal.
- Candidates must satisfy the prescribed medical fitness standards before joining the apprenticeship.
🎂 Age Limit & Age Relaxation
Age Calculation Date: 28 July 2026
| Category | Maximum Age | Age Relaxation | Maximum Age After Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 26 Years | Nil | 26 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 26 Years | 3 Years | 29 Years |
| SC / ST | 26 Years | 5 Years | 31 Years |
| PwBD (UR) | 26 Years | 10 Years | 36 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 26 Years | 13 Years | 39 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 26 Years | 15 Years | 41 Years |
Eligible Date of Birth
| Category | Candidate should be Born On or After |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 29 July 1999 |
| OBC (NCL) | 29 July 1996 |
| SC / ST | 29 July 1994 |
| PwBD (UR) | 29 July 1989 |
| PwBD (OBC) | 29 July 1986 |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 29 July 1984 |
💳 Application Fee
Application Fee: Nil
There is no application fee for any category of candidates. Eligible applicants can submit their online application free of cost through the prescribed apprenticeship portal.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 07 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 07 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 28 July 2026 |
📝 Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be carried out through the following stages:
- Merit List Preparation based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination.
- Document Verification of shortlisted candidates.
- Medical Fitness Test as prescribed under the Apprentices Act and AAI guidelines.
📄 Documents Required
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- 10th/Matriculation Certificate (Proof of Date of Birth)
- Engineering Degree/Diploma/ITI Certificate
- All Semester/Year Mark Sheets
- Aadhaar Card or any Government-issued Photo ID
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL), if applicable
- PwBD Certificate, if applicable
- Domicile/Residence Certificate of a North Eastern State
- NATS 2.0 Registration Number (Graduate/Diploma)
- NAPS Registration Number (ITI Apprentices)
- Any other document required by AAI during verification.
🖥️ How to Apply
- Register on the NATS 2.0 Portal (for Graduate/Diploma Apprentices) or the NAPS Portal (for ITI Trade Apprentices).
- Complete your profile with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
- Search for "Airports Authority of India (AAI), North Eastern Region" on the respective apprenticeship portal.
- Select the appropriate apprenticeship discipline/trade and apply online.
- Verify all entered information carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application on or before 28 July 2026.
- Download or print the submitted application for future reference.
🔗 Important Web Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application (Graduate/Diploma – NATS 2.0) | Click Here |
| Online Application (ITI – NAPS) | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
📌 Important Points to Remember
- Only candidates domiciled in the North Eastern Region (Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura) are eligible to apply.
- Candidates must have passed their Degree or Diploma examination in 2024 or later.
- Graduate and Diploma candidates must register on the NATS 2.0 Portal, while ITI candidates must register on the NAPS Portal.
- Registration alone is not sufficient. Candidates must separately apply for the AAI Apprentice vacancy through the respective portal.
- There is no application fee for this recruitment.
- Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship training or possess one year or more of work experience after obtaining the prescribed qualification are not eligible.
- Keep all original documents ready for verification.
- The last date to submit the online application is 28 July 2026.
- Regularly check your registered email ID and the NATS/NAPS portal for further updates regarding merit lists and document verification.
- The decision of the Airports Authority of India regarding selection will be final and binding.
✈️ AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 FAQs
What is AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Airports Authority of India (AAI), North Eastern Region, has invited online applications for the engagement of 95 Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Trade Apprentices for the apprenticeship year 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961.
How many vacancies are available in AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A total of 95 Apprentice vacancies have been announced, including 31 Graduate Apprentices, 31 Diploma Apprentices, and 33 ITI Trade Apprentices.
Who can apply for AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates who are domiciles of the North Eastern Region and possess a Degree, Diploma, or ITI/NCVT certificate in the relevant discipline or trade can apply, subject to the eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification.
What is the application mode?
Candidates must apply online through the NATS Portal (for Graduate/Diploma Apprentices) or the NAPS/Apprenticeship India Portal (for ITI Trade Apprentices).
What is the last date to apply online?
The last date for submission of online applications is 28 July 2026.
What is the selection process for AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Selection will be based on merit prepared from the marks obtained in the qualifying examination, followed by document verification and medical fitness as per AAI rules.
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