AAI Recruitment 2026: 18 Consultant & Junior Consultant – Apply Online @ aai.aero

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Junior Consultant (Clinical Psychologist): Post-Graduation in Psychology with clinical exposure
• Junior Consultant (Airport Systems): Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology in Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Instrumentation
• Consultant (Bird & Wildlife Management): Master's degree in Wildlife Science / Zoology / Environmental Science / Life Sciences or related fields
• Associate Consultant (Bird & Wildlife Management): Master's degree in Wildlife Science / Zoology / Environmental Science / Life Sciences or related fields
• Junior Consultant (Obstacle Management & Aerodrome Safeguarding): Graduate in Civil Engineering
• Associate Consultant (Obstacle Management & Aerodrome Safeguarding): Graduate in Civil Engineering
• Consultant (Horticulture): Post-Graduation (M.Sc) in Agriculture / Horticulture or equivalent
• Senior Consultant (Law): Professional degree in Law (3-year regular course after graduation, or 5-year integrated regular course after 10+2)
• Consultant (Content Writer): Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication / Journalism / English Literature, OR Bachelor's degree in any stream with Master's degree in Mass Communication / Journalism
• Consultant (Graphic Designer): Bachelor's degree in any stream with Advanced Diploma / Degree in Multimedia, Animation, Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or Communication Design
• Consultant (Video Editor): Bachelor's degree in any stream with Diploma / Degree in Film Production, Media Studies, Mass Communication, Visual Arts, or Animation
• Junior Consultant (Technical): Full-time regular Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Technology in Mechanical or Automobile
• Associate Consultant (Technical): Full-time regular Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Technology in Mechanical or Automobile

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• The selection process for AAI Consultant and Junior Consultant vacancies (Advt. No. 01/HR/2026/RHQ-SR) consists of the following stages:
• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will undergo original certificate verification at the time of interview.
• Interview: Candidates will be assessed in a personal interview based on a merit ranking. A minimum of 50 marks is required to qualify in the interview.
• Important: These are contractual positions for a fixed project duration. This recruitment does not carry the benefits of a permanent central/state government cadre appointment. No TA/DA reimbursement has been stated in the notification for candidates attending the interview stage.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• All Degree and Post-Graduation Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications)
• Professional Degree Certificates (LLB, B.E./B.Tech, M.Sc, Diploma, etc. as applicable)
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable to the post)
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
• Applications must be submitted online through the official AAI recruitment portal before 27 October 2026. Candidates should upload documents in the prescribed format, review all entries carefully before final submission, and retain a printed copy of the application for reference.

What is the salary range for AAI Consultant posts?

• The monthly remuneration ranges from Rs. 70,000 (Associate Consultant) to Rs. 1,50,000 (Senior Consultant, Law) per month, depending on the post level. All positions are contractual.

Is there an application fee for AAI Recruitment 2026?

• The official notification (Advt. No. 01/HR/2026/RHQ-SR) does not mention any application fee. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification PDF for any clarification.

What is the selection process for AAI Consultant vacancies?

• The selection process involves document verification followed by an interview. A minimum of 50 marks is required in the interview, assessed on a merit basis. There is no written examination for these positions.