📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Apprentice (Graduate / Diploma / ITI Trade)
Airports Authority of India (AAI), Regional Headquarters (Northern Region), has released Advertisement No. 01/2026/APPRENTICE/GRADUATE/DIPLOMA/ITI/NR for engagement of Graduate/Diploma & ITI Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961, for the year 2026-27. Applicants must apply online only through the NATS/NAPS portals; no offline/physical applications are accepted.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Airports Authority of India (AAI), Northern Region |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026/APPRENTICE/GRADUATE/DIPLOMA/ITI/NR |
| Post Type | Apprentice (Graduate / Diploma / ITI Trade) |
| Total Vacancies | 205 (80 Graduate + 65 Diploma + 60 ITI) |
| Application Mode | Online only (NATS / NAPS portals) |
| Last Date to Apply | 16th September 2026 |
| Training Duration | 1 year (12 months) |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹15,000 (Graduate) / ₹12,000 (Diploma) / ₹9,600 (ITI) |
| Official Website (AAI) | www.aai.aero |
Employment Type:APPRENTICE
Number of Vacancies:205
Discipline-wise Vacancy Details
| Field / Discipline | Graduate | Diploma | ITI Trade | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 15 | 17 | - | 32 |
| Electrical Engineering | 10 | 15 | - | 25 |
| Electronics | 10 | 11 | - | 21 |
| Computer Science / IT | 15 | 7 | - | 22 |
| Aeronautical / Aerospace / Aircraft Maintenance | 5 | 4 | - | 9 |
| Architecture | 5 | 5 | - | 10 |
| Mechanical / Automobile | 10 | 6 | - | 16 |
| BCA / B.Com | 10 | - | - | 10 |
| COPA / Stenography | - | - | 50 | 50 |
| Computer Hardware & Networking | - | - | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 80 | 65 | 60 | 205 |
Note: The number of seats is tentative and may be reduced or increased. Training duration is 1 year for all disciplines.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification & Stipend
| Category | Qualification Requirement | Monthly Stipend | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate | Full-time (Regular) 4-year Degree in Engineering in notified streams, recognized by AICTE, Government of India | ₹15,000 | Min: 18 Years Max: 26 Years (as on 16.09.2026) |
| Diploma | Full-time (Regular) 3-year Diploma in Engineering in notified streams, recognized by AICTE, Government of India | ₹12,000 | |
| ITI Trade | ITI/NCVT certificate in notified Trades, from an institution recognized by AICTE, Government of India | ₹9,600 |
Important Conditions: Candidates must have passed their degree/diploma/ITI in 2024 or after 2024. Candidates who have already completed apprenticeship, terminated it midway, or are currently pursuing apprenticeship elsewhere are not eligible. Candidates with 1 year or more of apprenticeship/job experience after attaining the essential qualification are not eligible.
Domicile Eligibility
Only Indian Nationals who are domiciles of the following states/UTs may apply: Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Leh Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
Educational Qualification & Experience:Full-time Regular Degree/Diploma/ITI in notified streams, passed in 2024 or after.
Age Relaxation: As per Government of India guidelines for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories.
Application Fee: No application fee is charged for this recruitment.
🎯 Selection Process
Selection is merit-based, with no written examination. The process comprises:
- Provisional Selection: Based on the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying examination (CGPA converted to percentage per the concerned Board/University norms). In case of a tie, date of birth and thereafter date of passing determine seniority.
- Document Verification: At the establishment office, intimated only through the candidate's registered email ID.
- Interview / Certificate Verification: Candidature remains provisional throughout.
- Medical Fitness Certificate: From a Government Medical Officer or Medical Officer of a Government Undertaking only, to be submitted at the time of joining.
- Final Selection: Issuance of the apprentice engagement letter follows successful document verification and medical fitness clearance.
Note: Merely being shortlisted for document verification or the medical examination does not entitle a candidate to selection as an Apprentice.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
For Graduate / Diploma Apprentices – NATS 2.0 Portal
- Visit Portal: Go to www.nats.education.gov.in and click the Student button, then select General Student (for Diploma/Graduate pass-outs).
- Register: Click Student Registration and keep ready: a valid personal email, mobile number, Aadhaar number, qualifying/provisional certificate (PDF, under 1 MB), and APAAR ID.
- Verify & Complete Profile: Verify your mobile number and email via OTP, complete Aadhaar e-KYC, fill the registration form, add educational details, and set a password.
- Submit Profile: Verify your account via the email link, log in, complete your profile (Basic Details, Educational Details, Communication Details, Training Preferences), preview, and submit to receive your Student Enrolment ID.
- Apply: Search for establishment Airports Authority of India – RHQ NR, New Delhi (NDLSWC000002) and click Apply for the apprenticeship opportunity.
For ITI Trade Apprentices – NAPS Portal
- Visit Portal: Go to www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in and click Register, then select Candidate.
- Register & Activate: Fill the Basic, Family, and Contact details, submit, and activate your account via the link sent to your registered email.
- Complete Profile: Log in and click Complete Your Profile to add your "About Me" and contact details — this is mandatory before applying.
- Apply: Search for opportunities using establishment code E05200700101 (Airports Authority of India – RHQ NR) and click Apply.
- Track & Accept: Track invitations, applications, and contracts from your candidate dashboard; if offered a contract, review the details and click Sign to accept.
Important: Only applications submitted through the registered NATS/NAPS portal will be considered. The last date for application is 16th September 2026.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date of Application | 16th September 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 16th September 2026 |
| Apprenticeship Training Period | 12 months from commencement |
🔗 Important Official Links
NATS 2.0 Portal (Graduate/Diploma): https://nats.education.gov.in
NAPS Portal (ITI): https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
Official Website (AAI): https://www.aai.aero
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Online Application Only: Applications are accepted only through the NATS (Graduate/Diploma) or NAPS (ITI) portals. No offline/physical applications are accepted.
- Domicile Requirement: Only candidates domiciled in the specified Northern Region states/UTs (Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, J&K, Leh Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand) are eligible.
- Passing Year: Candidates must have passed their qualifying examination in 2024 or after 2024.
- No Prior Apprenticeship: Candidates who have already completed or are currently pursuing apprenticeship are not eligible.
- No Application Fee: The recruitment is free of any application fee.
- Merit-Based Selection: There is no written exam. Selection is based on the percentage of marks in the qualifying examination.
- Training Locations: Candidates will be posted at various Northern Region airports/AAI offices. The allocated location is final and cannot be changed.
- No Guarantee of Employment: This is a one-year apprenticeship; AAI has no obligation to offer regular employment after completion.
- Document Verification: Keep original documents and self-attested photocopies ready for verification. Candidature remains provisional until verification is complete.
- Check Portals: Regularly visit the NATS/NAPS portals and your registered email for updates and communications from AAI.