Introduction
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has released the AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2025 Notification for 34 vacancies. The recruitment is for Graduate, Diploma, and ITI Apprentices under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 at various airports in India. This is a great opportunity for freshers and recent graduates to gain valuable hands-on experience with a premier government organization. Eligible candidates can apply online through the NATS/NAPS portal or AAI’s official website.
Post Details
AAI is inviting applications for apprenticeship training in the following categories:
Graduate Apprentice
Diploma Apprentice
ITI Trade Apprentice
Departments/Disciplines may include:
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics
Computer Science / IT
Mechanical
Air Conditioning
Fitter / Wireman / Welder / Mechanic
Number of Posts
Total Vacancies: 34 Posts
Graduate Apprentices: 14 Posts
Diploma Apprentices: 10 Posts
ITI Trade Apprentices: 10 Posts
(Exact trade-wise breakup will be available in the detailed official notification.)
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the following qualifications as of the closing date of application:
For Graduate Apprentices
Full-time 4-year degree in relevant Engineering/Technology stream from a recognized university
For Diploma Apprentices
3-year full-time diploma in relevant Engineering/Technology stream from a recognized institution
For ITI Trade Apprentices
ITI Certificate in relevant trade from a recognized NCVT/SCVT institute
✅ Note: Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing apprenticeship training are not eligible.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 26 years (as on the closing date)
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwBD: 10 years (wherever applicable)
Salary / Stipend
Graduate Apprentice: ₹15,000/- per month
Diploma Apprentice: ₹12,000/- per month
ITI Apprentice: ₹9,000/- per month
(No additional allowances or benefits are provided during the apprenticeship period.)
Selection Process
Shortlisting of candidates based on merit of qualifying examination marks
No written test or interview
Final selection will be subject to document verification
Preference will be given to local candidates and those who have not undergone apprenticeship before
Application Fees
No application fee is required for any category
Important Dates
Notification Release Date: July 2025 (Expected)
Starting Date to Apply: 7th July 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 30th July 2025
Result / Shortlist Release: Will be notified on AAI website or via email
Important Links
Official Website: https://www.aai.aero
Apply via NATS Portal: https://nats.education.gov.in
Apply via NAPS Portal (for ITI): https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in
How to Apply
Here’s how to apply for AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2025:
For Graduate & Diploma Apprentices
Register on the NATS Portal (https://nats.education.gov.in)
Log in and update your profile
Search for “Airports Authority of India” under Establishment
Apply for the relevant apprentice position and submit the form
For ITI Apprentices
Register on NAPS Portal (https://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in)
Complete the profile and search for AAI as the establishment
Apply for your relevant trade