AAI Western Region Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 36 Graduate & Diploma Vacancies

The Airports Authority of India (AAI), Regional Headquarters, Western Region (WR), Mumbai, has released an official recruitment notification for the engagement of Graduate and Diploma Apprentices for the year 2026-27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961/2014/2025. This recruitment drive aims to engage 36 eligible candidates holding relevant engineering degrees, non-engineering degrees, or diplomas across various airport locations in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and the Union Territory of Diu. The online application process commenced on August 3, 2026, and candidates must submit their applications through the NATS 2.0 / BOAT portal before September 30, 2026. Below is a detailed summary of eligibility criteria, stipend details, discipline-wise vacancies, selection process, and application instructions.

AAI WR Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Airports Authority of India (Western Region) has announced 36 tentative apprenticeship seats across Graduate and Diploma categories in disciplines like Finance, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, IT, Mechanical, and HR. These positions are distributed across several Western Region locations including Mumbai, Kolhapur, Jamnagar, Jabalpur, Kandla, Bhuj, Diu, Gondia, Solapur, Keshod, and Porbandar.

Educational Details

Candidates must meet the following qualification requirements specified for apprenticeship training:

1. Graduate Apprentices (Engineering): Full-time regular 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in relevant branches (Electrical, Civil, Electronic & Communication, Telecommunication, Computer Science, IT, Mechanical, or Automobile) from an AICTE/Government recognized institution.

2. Graduate Apprentices (Non-Engineering):

   • Finance: Degree in Commerce (B.Com) or Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA).

   • Human Resources (HR): Degree in any stream with knowledge of computer and administrative work.

3. Diploma Apprentices: Full-time regular 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, or Automobile) from an AICTE/Government recognized institution.

4. Minimum Marks: Candidates must have secured at least 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC/ST candidates).

5. Passing Year Criteria: Candidates who passed their Degree/Diploma on or after 01.04.2022 only are eligible. Students awaiting final year results may apply, subject to fulfilling qualification criteria and producing certificates during joining.

6. Domicile Criteria: Applicants must be domiciled in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, or UT of Diu residing near the respective airport locations.

7. Ineligibility: Candidates with 1 year or more of job/training experience or those who have previously undergone/terminated apprenticeship training are not eligible.

Stipend Details

Selected apprentices will receive a fixed monthly stipend as per the Apprenticeship Act rules, paid partially by AAI and directly by the Government via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) through BOAT:

• Graduate Apprentices: ₹15,000/- per month (₹8,850 from AAI Establishment + ₹6,150 Government Share via DBT)

• Diploma Apprentices: ₹12,000/- per month (₹6,550 from AAI Establishment + ₹5,450 Government Share via DBT)

Age Limit

The age limits evaluated as on July 31, 2026, are as follows:

• Minimum Age: 18 Years

• Maximum Age: 26 Years

• Age Relaxation:

  • SC / ST Candidates: Upper age relaxation of 5 years.

  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: Upper age relaxation of 3 years.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates for AAI Western Region Apprenticeship training will follow these stages:

1. Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on the aggregate percentage (%) of marks obtained in their qualifying Degree or Diploma examination.

2. Interview / Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for Document Verification and Interview via their registered email IDs.

3. Medical & Police Verification: Final engagement is subject to submitting a Certificate of Medical Fitness (from a Gazetted Government Medical Officer) and a local Police Verification Certificate at the time of joining.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online exclusively through the official NATS 2.0 / BOAT web portal by following these steps:

1. Open the official NATS / BOAT student registration portal: nats.education.gov.in.

2. Register/Enroll as a Student by submitting required personal, academic, and contact details.

3. Complete your profile verification through the respective Regional BOAT Portal.

4. Log into your account dashboard on the NATS portal.

5. Search for the establishment: Airports Authority of India, RHQ, Western Region (Establishment ID: WMHMCC000058).

6. Select the desired trade/discipline matching your qualification and click on Apply against the official advertisement.

7. Verify all details and submit your online application form before the closing date.

8. Keep a printed copy of your NATS registration details and application confirmation for future reference.

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