AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 38 Posts

AAI Kolkata Apprenticeship 2026 at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata is now available for recruitment in 2026-27. Through this extensive Airports Authority of India recruitment process, AAI intends to equip the young graduates with practical knowledge. Indian citizens residing in West Bengal having an engineering degree, diploma or ITI are encouraged to fill the Airports Authority of India apprentice vacancy online. The selected applicants will be made to undergo intensive skill training courses keeping in mind the latest aviation industry standards. The one-year training course provides a monthly allowance and practical training in airport infrastructure. The selection of the candidates will take place on the basis of merit, document verification and interview round. The eligible candidates can apply for the position at NATS, BOPT or NAPS websites before August 24, 2026.

About Airports Authority of India

Airports Authority of India is a statutory body working under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India. Established in 1995 by integrating the National Airports Authority and International Airports Authority of India, the AAI currently operates over one hundred airports across India. The authority is accountable for developing infrastructure of the airports, air traffic management and facilitating the passengers. The regional office of AAI at NSCBI Airport, Kolkata, undertakes NSCBI Airport Kolkata training course according to the provisions of the Apprentices Act, 1961.

Important Dates

• Last Date for Submission: August 24, 2026
• Cut-off Date for Age Calculation: August 24, 2026
• Training Period: One year (12 months)
• Interview and Document Verification: To be announced via registered email

Available Positions for AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Remuneration Structure

• Graduate Apprentice: Rs. 15,000/- per month (Rs. 8,850/- AAI share + Rs. 6,150/- Government share under DBT scheme)
• Diploma Apprentice: Rs. 12,000/- per month (Rs. 6,550/- AAI share + Rs. 5,450/- Government share under DBT scheme)
• Trade Apprentice (ITI) – Engineering Trades: Rs. 10,560/- per month (fully borne by AAI)
• Trade Apprentice (ITI) – COPA: Rs. 9,600/- per month (fully borne by AAI)

Educational Qualifications for AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Age Limitations

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 26 years
• Age Calculation Date: August 24, 2026
• Relaxation: Applicable for SC, ST, OBC and PwD categories as per Government of India norms

Application Fee Details

• General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwD: Nil
• Application Mode: Online through designated government portals only
• Payment Requirement: No offline fee payment or postal application is necessary

Selection Procedure for AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Vacancy Announcement: Graduate & Diploma vacancies advertised on the BOPT/NATS website whereas ITI Trade vacancies are advertised on the RDAT/NAPS website.
• Nomination Reception: Only nominations received through these websites shall be considered for the purpose of selection under the AAI Graduate Apprentice Recruitment process providing promising career prospects as Government Jobs in West Bengal.
• Short Listing: Short listing is done on the basis of percentage of marks secured in the qualifying examination.
• Contacting: Short listed candidates shall be communicated by e-mail for further interviews/document verification process.
• Final Selection: Selection is made based on the performance in the interview, original certificate verification and submission of Medical Fitness Certificate at the time of joining.
• Training Place: All selected Apprentices have to undergo NSCBI Airport, Kolkata training programme at the said place only.

Job Profile

• Technical Support: Providing assistance to senior engineers for the civil, electrical, electronics and IT infrastructures projects.
• System Maintenance: Providing support for regular maintenance of the airport’s technical system.
• Project Observation: Observing the construction, runway maintenance and communication network maintenance at the airport.
• Documentation: Keeping records of technical drawings, maintenance records and operation reports.
• Safety Compliance: Complying with aviation safety and statutory regulations throughout the training period.

Selection Tips

• Ensure Correctness of Profiles: Make sure that your NATS/BOPT or NAPS profile contains accurate percentage details and up-to-date contact information while you explore opportunities through the latest government jobs.
• Check Email Account Regularly: Every correspondence about shortlisting and interview is sent to email account only.
• Gather Necessary Documents: Have original certificates of degree/diploma/ITI, domicile, identity, caste etc. handy for verification.
• Get Ready for Technical Round: Go through the core technical subjects from your engineering or ITI trade syllabus.
• Medical Fitness Certificate: Get your Medical Fitness Certificate well in advance.

Career Growth

• Industrial Training: Apprentices gain practical exposure in one of the busiest international airports of India.
• Skills Certification: Successful completion earns apprentices a government-recognized apprenticeship certificate under the Apprentices Act of 1961.
• Job Prospects: AAI name and experience in the aviation industry improve job prospects in infrastructure firms, both public and private.
• Future AAI Recruitments: Apprenticeship training can give an edge to apprentices for future permanent recruitments of AAI.
• Section 22(A) Advantage: Some selected apprentices based on certain provisions get consideration for absorption in the same establishment upon completion of their apprenticeship training.

Preparation of AAI Apprentice Exam: Best Books

• Civil Engineering: Civil Engineering: Traditional and Objective Types by R.S. Khurmi and J.K. Gupta
• Electrical Engineering: Textbook of Electrical Technology by B.L. Theraja
• Electronics and Communications: Electronic Devices and Circuit Theory by Robert Boylestad and Louis Nashelsky
• Information Technology: Computer Networks by Andrew S. Tanenbaum and Database System Concepts by Abraham Silberschatz
• General Awareness: Lucent’s General Knowledge for current affairs and aviation sector awareness
• Interview Guidance: Technical Interview Guide by Yashavant Kanetkar for Information Technology and Computer Science students

Benefits of Practicing Previous Year Papers

• Evaluation Patterns: Previous selection procedures have shown that evaluation panels place great emphasis on subject matter knowledge and practical skills.
• Identification of Key Topics: Previous year topics provide us with information about the common questions asked in civil, electrical and electronics fields.
• Time Management: Proper arrangement of documents and verification of documents saves time during the selection process.
• Boost Confidence: Knowledge of the interview procedure helps to reduce tension and make a good presentation.

Application Guidelines for AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official website at www.aai.aero
• Go to career section to find the Notification for Engagement of Graduate/Diploma/ITI Apprentices.
• Register for Graduate or Diploma Apprenticeship at the official NATS website at https://nats.education.gov.in or for ITI Trade Apprenticeship at the website http://www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
• Enter the establishment as “Airports Authority of India, Office of Airport Director, NSCBI Airport, Kolkata-52.”
• For Graduate/Diploma use the Establishment code EW BPNC000002 and for ITI Trade use the Establishment code E06161900020.
• Click the Apply button and fill the form with your personal details, educational qualification and other relevant information.
• Attach all the necessary documents that include your photograph, signature, educational certificates and domicile certificate.
• Ensure that you verify all details prior to making the final submission and take a printout of the confirmation page.
• Wait for the notification “Successfully applied for the training position. Availability being confirmed you will be contacted by the establishment.”

Official PDF Highlights

• Total No of Training Seats: 38 seats for twelve categories
• Domicile Condition: Only those applicants having West Bengal domicile will be considered
• Passed Year Condition: Only those applicants passing their examination in 2022 or after will be considered
• Dual Portal: Graduate & Diploma applicants have to apply through NATS/BOPT while ITI applicants have to apply through NAPS/RDAT
• Establishment Code: For Graduate/Diploma apprentices: EW BPNC000002 while for ITI Trade Apprentices: E06161900020
• Stipend Scheme: Graduate apprentices will get stipend Rs. 15,000/-per month while Diploma apprentices will get stipend Rs. 12,000/- per month while ITI trade apprentices will get stipend between Rs. 9,600/- and Rs. 10,560/- per month
• No Application Fee

Official Links

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