AAI is hiring 18 consultants on one-year contracts, and the list is unusually wide: a lawyer, a clinical psychologist, a graphic designer, a video editor, wildlife and horticulture experts, and mechanical and civil engineers. A consultant here is a contract worker paid one fixed monthly amount, not a regular AAI staff member. There is no written exam – you are picked after document checking and an interview – and the online form is open from 07.10.2026 to 27.10.2026.
⚡ QUICK FACTS
🎓 Eligibility
Graduate to PG (by post)
📌 Vacancies
18 Posts
💰 Salary
Rs 70,000–1,50,000/month
🗓️ Last Date
27.10.2026
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Recruitment Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | 13 consultant posts: Senior Consultant (Law); Consultant (Bird and Wildlife Management, Horticulture, Content Writer, Graphic Designer, Video Editor); Junior Consultant (Clinical Psychologist, Airport Systems, Obstacle Management and Aerodrome Safeguarding, Technical); Associate Consultant (Bird and Wildlife Management, Obstacle Management and Aerodrome Safeguarding, Technical) |
| Organization | Airports Authority of India (AAI), Southern Region (RHQ/SR – the Regional Headquarters), Chennai |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | Advertisement No. 01/HR/2026/RHQ-SR |
| Location | Tamil Nadu – Chennai (Regional Headquarters and Chennai Airport). Place for the Technical posts is not stated. |
| Total Vacancies | 18 (category-wise breakup not stated) |
| Qualification | Varies by post – Graduate, Engineering, Law or Post Graduate (see table below) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 45 years as on 27.10.2026 (varies by post — see table below) Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Document Verification → Interview (minimum 50 marks) |
| Pay Scale | Rs 70,000 to Rs 1,50,000 a month, fixed, depending on the post |
| How to Apply | Apply online from 07.10.2026 to 27.10.2026 |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | AAI Recruitment Page (aai.aero) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date for online applications | 07.10.2026 |
| Last date for online applications | 27.10.2026 |
| Date for age, qualification and experience | 27.10.2026 (the closing date) |
| Document verification / interview | Will be intimated later |
Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Post | Place | Vacancies | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Junior Consultant (Clinical Psychologist) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 1 | Rs 1,00,000 |
| 2 | Junior Consultant (Airport Systems) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 1 | Rs 1,00,000 |
| 3 | Consultant (Bird and Wildlife Management) | Chennai Airport | 1 | Rs 1,20,000 |
| 4 | Associate Consultant (Bird and Wildlife Management) | Chennai Airport | 1 | Rs 70,000 |
| 5 | Junior Consultant (Obstacle Management and Aerodrome Safeguarding) | Chennai Airport | 1 | Rs 1,00,000 |
| 6 | Associate Consultant (Obstacle Management and Aerodrome Safeguarding) | Chennai Airport | 1 | Rs 70,000 |
| 7 | Consultant (Horticulture) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 2 | Rs 1,20,000 |
| 8 | Senior Consultant (Law) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 3 | Rs 1,50,000 |
| 9 | Consultant (Content Writer) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 1 | Rs 1,20,000 |
| 10 | Consultant (Graphic Designer) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 1 | Rs 1,20,000 |
| 11 | Consultant (Video Editor) | RHQ/SR, Chennai | 1 | Rs 1,20,000 |
| 12 | Junior Consultant (Technical) | Not stated | 2 | Rs 1,00,000 |
| 13 | Associate Consultant (Technical) | Not stated | 2 | Rs 70,000 |
| Total | 18 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Different for each post – see the second table below |
| Age Limit | 30 to 45 years maximum, depending on the post (counted on 27.10.2026) Check your age eligibility → |
| Experience | 0 to 10 years after qualifying, depending on the post |
| Citizenship | Indian nationals only |
| Engagement | Full time. You cannot take another assignment during the contract. |
| Post | Maximum Age | Experience (after qualifying) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Consultant (Clinical Psychologist) | 35 years | 3–5 years in a clinical or organisational setting, or 2 years as Psychologist at an IAF Boarding Centre |
| Junior Consultant (Airport Systems) | 35 years | 3–5 years in project management, execution or tendering in Electronics Systems |
| Consultant (Bird and Wildlife Management) | 40 years | 5–8 years in the field (airport wildlife hazard work is preferred) |
| Associate Consultant (Bird and Wildlife Management) | 30 years | 0–3 years in the field |
| Junior Consultant (Obstacle Management and Aerodrome Safeguarding) | 35 years | 3–5 years in the field (land records, surveying, GIS tools, survey instruments) |
| Associate Consultant (Obstacle Management and Aerodrome Safeguarding) | 30 years | 0–3 years in the same areas as the Junior post |
| Consultant (Horticulture) | 40 years | 5–8 years in the executive cadre in horticulture |
| Senior Consultant (Law) | 45 years | 8–10 years in legal work |
| Consultant (Content Writer) | 40 years | 5–8 years in content writing, copywriting or editorial roles |
| Consultant (Graphic Designer) | 40 years | 5–8 years, with a strong portfolio and design leadership |
| Consultant (Video Editor) | 40 years | 5–8 years as a video editor in a professional setup |
| Junior Consultant (Technical) | 35 years | 3–5 years in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering |
| Associate Consultant (Technical) | 30 years | 0–3 years in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering |
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Consultant (Clinical Psychologist) | Post-graduation in Psychology with some clinical exposure (desirable: MA or MPhil in Clinical Psychology with RCI licence, or 2 years as Aviation Psychologist) |
| Junior Consultant (Airport Systems) | BE or BTech in Electronics, Electronics and Communication, or Electronics and Instrumentation |
| Consultant (Bird and Wildlife Management) | Master’s in Wildlife Science, Zoology, Environmental Science, Life Sciences or a related field |
| Associate Consultant (Bird and Wildlife Management) | Master’s in Wildlife Science, Zoology, Environmental Science, Life Sciences or a related field |
| Junior Consultant (Obstacle Management and Aerodrome Safeguarding) | Graduate in Civil Engineering |
| Associate Consultant (Obstacle Management and Aerodrome Safeguarding) | Graduate in Civil Engineering |
| Consultant (Horticulture) | MSc in Agriculture or Horticulture (or equivalent), preferably with landscape and aesthetics exposure |
| Senior Consultant (Law) | Law degree (3-year course after graduation, or 5-year integrated course after 12th) and eligible to enrol as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India |
| Consultant (Content Writer) | Bachelor’s in Mass Communication, Journalism or English Literature; or any bachelor’s plus a Master’s in Mass Communication or Journalism |
| Consultant (Graphic Designer) | Any bachelor’s plus an advanced diploma or degree in Multimedia, Animation, Graphic Design, Visual or Communication Design |
| Consultant (Video Editor) | Any bachelor’s plus a diploma or degree in Film Production, Media Studies, Mass Communication, Visual Arts or Animation |
| Junior Consultant (Technical) | Full-time regular Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology (Mechanical or Automobile) |
| Associate Consultant (Technical) | Full-time regular Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology (Mechanical or Automobile) |
In plain terms, the age limit is a hard cap for each post. A 36-year-old can apply for Senior Consultant (Law), where the limit is 45, but not for a Junior Consultant post, where it is 35. The notification lists no age relaxation for any category.
Not sure whether you are within the age limit?
Enter your date of birth and the 27.10.2026 cut-off date to see instantly whether you fall inside the 30, 35, 40 or 45 year limit for your post.
Open the Age CalculatorSelection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Online application | Fill in the form and upload your documents between 07.10.2026 and 27.10.2026. AAI checks that you meet the age, qualification and experience rules as on 27.10.2026. |
| 2. Document verification | AAI checks your documents. The date has not been announced and will be intimated later. |
| 3. Interview | You must get at least 50 marks in the interview, and selection follows merit ranking. Date and place will be intimated later. The total interview marks are not stated. |
In short, there is no written exam. AAI checks your documents, then interviews you, and you need at least 50 marks in the interview to be considered.
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Monthly pay | One fixed, all-inclusive amount: Rs 70,000 to Rs 1,50,000 depending on the post (post-wise pay is in the Vacancy Details table) |
| Yearly pay review | Pay is reviewed every year after the first year. No rise for routine work, up to 10% for very good work, up to 15% for outstanding work. |
| Allowances | None. No DA (Dearness Allowance, a cost-of-living top-up), housing, phone, transport, staff or medical reimbursement. |
| Travel | TA/DA (travel and daily allowance) for official travel inside India, with approval from the competent authority |
| Tax | TDS (income tax deducted at source) is cut before payment. GST is payable extra where applicable. |
| Leave | 1.5 days for each completed month of service. Unused leave cannot be carried forward or cashed. |
| Contract length | 1 year, extended one year at a time. The total stay cannot go beyond 5 years. |
| Insurance | You arrange your own life, health and other insurance at your own cost |
In plain terms, the amount for your post is the whole amount: no allowances are added, and tax is cut before you are paid.
How to Apply
- Check that you meet the age, qualification and experience rules for your post, counted on 27.10.2026.
- Keep scanned copies of your photo, signature, certificates and experience proof ready (list below).
- Open the Recruitment page on the official AAI website (aai.aero) and find Advertisement No. 01/HR/2026/RHQ-SR.
- Register and fill in the online form between 07.10.2026 and 27.10.2026, then upload your documents.
- Submit the form and save a copy of it for the interview stage.
Note: The notification does not print the apply link. The online registration link is expected on the AAI Recruitment page once applications open on 07.10.2026.
Photograph or signature rejected by the upload form?
AAI wants the photo at 100–200 KB (3.5 cm × 4.5 cm) and the signature at 80–150 KB. Resize them to those exact sizes before you upload.
Open the Photo and Signature ResizerDocuments Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Passport-size photograph | JPG or JPEG, 100–200 KB, 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm, scanned at 200 dpi Resize your photo and signature → |
| Signature | On white paper with black ink pen, JPG or JPEG, 80–150 KB |
| 10th certificate or marksheet | JPG, JPEG or PDF, 100 KB–1 MB |
| 12th certificate or marksheet | JPG, JPEG or PDF, 100 KB–1 MB |
| Graduation certificate or marksheet | JPG, JPEG or PDF, 100 KB–1 MB |
| Post-graduation certificate or marksheet | JPG, JPEG or PDF, 100 KB–1 MB (where applicable) |
| Additional qualification certificate | JPG, JPEG or PDF, 100 KB–1 MB (optional) |
| Experience certificate | JPG, JPEG or PDF, 100 KB–1 MB |
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download Notification PDF |
| Apply Online / Official Website | AAI Official Website – Apply Online |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Count your age, qualification and experience on 27.10.2026, the closing date, and not on the day you apply.
- The form asks for exact file sizes: photo 100–200 KB, signature 80–150 KB, certificates 100 KB to 1 MB.
- Keep your experience certificate ready, because it is a required upload and not an optional one.
- Give true details. AAI can reject your application or end your contract at any stage if the information turns out to be false.
- You must self-certify that no criminal case is pending against you.
- For the Law post, you must be eligible to enrol as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 27.10.2026, and the form opens on 07.10.2026.
How many vacancies are there?
There are 18 vacancies across 13 consultant posts, and Senior Consultant (Law) has the most with 3.
Where is the job located?
Most posts are in Chennai, at the Southern Region office or Chennai Airport, and the notification does not name a place for the Technical posts.
What is the salary of an AAI Consultant?
Senior Consultant (Law) gets the highest pay at Rs 1,50,000 a month, and the Associate Consultant posts get the lowest at Rs 70,000.
Is there a written exam?
No, AAI picks candidates through document verification and an interview where you need at least 50 marks.
What is the age limit?
It depends on the post: 30 years for Associate Consultants, 35 for Junior Consultants, 40 for Consultants and 45 for Senior Consultant (Law), all counted on 27.10.2026.
How long is the contract?
The contract is for one year, can be extended one year at a time, and cannot go beyond 5 years in total.
Can I do another job alongside?
No, the work is full time and you cannot take up any other assignment during the contract.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
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