Airports Authority of India (AAI), a Government of India Public Sector Enterprise, is recruiting 14 Advisor positions on a contract basis across multiple Air Traffic Management directorates and locations. Applications are invited from retired ATCO and CPSE employees with relevant experience in Air Traffic Control. The application deadline is 30 November 2026.
Overview
AAI's Advertisement No. 15/2026/CHQ/AD seeks to engage 14 Advisors for its Air Traffic Management (ATM) Directorate and associated departments. These are contract-based positions open exclusively to retired Air Traffic Control Officers (ATCO) from Central/State Government (Pay Matrix Level-15 and above) or retired Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) employees at E-7 level and above. The roles span multiple specialised directorates including Certification of Air Traffic Personnel (CAP), Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM), Air Space Management (ASM), Flight Procedure Design (FPD), Search and Rescue (SAR), Human Resource Development, and Aerodrome Safeguarding, as well as postings at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) Mumbai and the Western Region Headquarters.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date for application submission | 14 November 2026 |
| Last date for application submission | 30 November 2026 |
| Interview schedule | To be intimated later on registered email ID of shortlisted candidates |
Application Fee
No application fee information is mentioned in the official notification.
Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Location / Department | Vacancies | Experience Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | CAP Directorate, AAI CHQ, New Delhi | 1 | Air Traffic Control with minimum 01 year in ATCO Licensing administrative work |
| 02 | ATFM Directorate, AAI CHQ, New Delhi | 1 | Air Traffic Control with minimum 01 year in ATFM |
| 03 | Survey & Carto Section, ATM Directorate, AAI CHQ, New Delhi | 1 | Air Traffic Control with minimum 01 year in Survey & Carto at CHQ |
| 04 | ASM Directorate, AAI CHQ, New Delhi | 1 | Air Traffic Control with minimum 01 year in ASM administrative work |
| 05 | FPD Department, AAI CHQ, New Delhi | 2 | Air Traffic Control with minimum 01 year in FPD; must have completed PANS-OPS Basic and PBN Procedure Design course from recognised institute |
| 06 | ATS Department, AAI CHQ, New Delhi | 1 | Air Traffic Control with minimum 01 year in ATS administrative work |
| 07 | SAR Department, AAI CHQ, New Delhi | 1 | Air Traffic Control with minimum 01 year in SAR administrative work; must have completed SAR course from recognised institute |
| 08 | HRD/TRG Department | 1 | Air Traffic Control with minimum 01 year in HRD/TRG administrative work |
| 09 | DoAS (Aerodrome Safeguarding), AAI CHQ, New Delhi | 2 | Air Traffic Control with minimum 02 years in DoAS administrative work |
| 10 | CSMIA Mumbai Airport | 2 | Air Traffic Control with minimum 01 year at CSMIA Mumbai; must be well versed with CSMIA ATC functioning |
| 11 | Regional Head Quarters, Western Region, Mumbai | 1 | Air Traffic Control with minimum 01 year in RHQ(WR) administrative work |
Eligibility
Mandatory Qualification: Candidates must be retired ATCO from Central Government or State Government at Pay Matrix Level-15 and above, or retired CPSE employee at E-7 level and above.
Experience Requirements: All candidates must have background in Air Traffic Control with specific post-wise experience as detailed above. Most posts require a minimum of 01 year's administrative experience in the relevant function. Certain positions (FPD and SAR) additionally require completion of specific training courses from recognised institutes. Candidates applying for DoAS vacancies must have a minimum of 02 years' administrative experience.
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed Application Form (Annexure-I) from AAI's official website
- Carefully fill the form with all personal, professional and qualification details
- Attach all necessary supporting documents as specified in the notification
- Send the completed application via email to the designated AAI email address (contact details in the official notification)
- Ensure your application reaches on or before 30 November 2026
- Keep a copy of your email submission and any receipt/confirmation for future reference
Salary
The monthly remuneration is calculated at 50% of the last Basic Pay Drawn (Basic Salary + Dearness Allowance). In addition, eligible candidates receive:
- Transportation Charges (Retired Central/State Government/E-8 and above): Up to ₹40,000 per month on claim basis, inclusive of all taxes, or AAI transport provision
- Transportation Charges (E-7 level retired employees): Up to ₹30,000 per month on claim basis, inclusive of all taxes, or AAI transport provision
- Broadband and Mobile Charges (Retired Central/State Government/E-8 and above): ₹1,500 per month on claim basis, inclusive of all taxes
- Broadband and Mobile Charges (E-7 level retired employees): ₹1,000 per month on claim basis, inclusive of all taxes
Important Links
- Application Form (Annexure-I) – AAI Official Website
- AAI Advisor Official Notification PDF (Advt No. 15/2026/CHQ/AD)
- AAI Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for the AAI Advisor positions?
A: Only retired ATCO from Central/State Government (Pay Matrix Level-15 and above) or retired CPSE employee (E-7 level and above) with post-wise Air Traffic Control experience are eligible.
Q: What is the last date to submit applications?
A: Applications must be submitted on or before 30 November 2026 via email.
Q: How is the salary structured for these Advisor positions?
A: Monthly remuneration is 50% of the last Basic Pay Drawn (Basic Salary + Dearness Allowance), plus transportation and communication allowances based on grade level.
Q: How many vacancies are available in total?
A: A total of 14 vacancies are distributed across 11 post codes in various ATM directorates and locations.
Q: Where will the selected candidates be posted?
A: Postings will be at AAI CHQ New Delhi, CSMIA Mumbai, or Regional Head Quarters Western Region, depending on the specific post code applied for and selection.
Q: Is there an examination or interview for this recruitment?
A: The notification does not mention a written examination. Interview details will be communicated to shortlisted candidates on their registered email IDs.
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to verify all details including dates, eligibility criteria, salary components and application procedures on the official AAI website and the official notification PDF before submitting their application.