Airports Authority of India (AAI), a Miniratna Category-1 PSU under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, has released Advertisement No. 03/2025 inviting applications for 197 Apprenticeship positions across various disciplines in the Northern Region. This includes Graduate (Degree), Technical (Diploma), and Trade (ITI) apprenticeships for the year 2025-26. Eligible candidates who are domiciles of states/UTs like Delhi, UP, Punjab, Rajasthan, and others can apply online through NATS/NAPS portals before 11th August 2025.
AAI Apprentice Vacancy 2025 – Post-wise Breakdown
| S. No | Category | Discipline | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Graduate Apprentices | Civil Engineering | 7 |
| Electrical Engineering | 6 | ||
| Electronics Engineering | 6 | ||
| Computer Science / IT | 2 | ||
| Mechanical / Automobile | 3 | ||
| BCA | 9 | ||
| 2 | Diploma Apprentices | Civil Engineering | 26 |
| Electrical Engineering | 25 | ||
| Electronics Engineering | 23 | ||
| Computer Science / IT | 6 | ||
| Mechanical / Automobile | 6 | ||
| Computer Application & Business Management | 10 | ||
| 3 | Trade Apprentices | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant | 60 |
| Stenographer | 8 | ||
| Total Vacancies | 197 |
Monthly Stipend
- Graduate (Degree) Apprentices: ₹15,000 (incl. AAI + Govt. share)
- Diploma Apprentices: ₹12,000
- Trade (ITI) Apprentices: ₹9,000
| S. No | Category | Stipend (Per Month) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Graduate Apprentices | ₹15,000 |
| 2 | Diploma Apprentices | ₹12,000 |
| 3 | Trade Apprentices | ₹9,000 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
| Apprenticeship Type | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Graduate | Full-time 4-year Engineering Degree in relevant field or BCA, from AICTE/GOI approved institutes |
| Diploma | Full-time 3-year Diploma in relevant field, AICTE/GOI approved |
| Trade (ITI) | ITI/NCVT certificate in COPA or Stenography from AICTE/GOI recognized institute |
Age (as on 11.08.2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 26 years
- Relaxation: As per Govt. of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PWD
Location/ Domicile Criteria
Only Indian Nationals who are domiciles of Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Himachal
Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Leh Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar
Pradesh, Uttarakhand are eligible.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 August 2025 |
| Document Verification | To be notified via email |
How to Apply
- Graduate/Diploma Apprentices: Register and apply via NATS Portal
Establishment ID: NDLSWC000002 (BOAT) - ITI/Trade Apprentices: Register and apply via NAPS Portal
Establishment ID: E05200700101 (NAPS) - After successful application, you’ll receive a confirmation message.
- Document verification and final selection will be notified by email.
Quick Summary – AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2025 (Northern Region)
| 🔍 Detail | 📌 Information |
|---|---|
| 📢 Recruiting Body | Airports Authority of India (AAI) – Northern Region |
| 📄 Advertisement No. | 03/2025/APPRENTICE/GRADUATE/DIPLOMA/ITI/NR |
| 📅 Last Date to Apply | 11 August 2025 |
| 👨🎓 Posts Offered | Graduate Apprentices, Diploma Apprentices, ITI Trade Apprentices |
| 📊 Total Vacancies | 197 |
| 🎓 Eligibility Year | Candidates who passed Degree/Diploma/ITI in or after 2021 |
| 📍 Eligible Regions | Domiciles of Delhi, Chandigarh, UP, Punjab, MP, Rajasthan, etc. (11 regions) |
| 💸 Monthly Stipend | ₹15,000 (Graduate), ₹12,000 (Diploma), ₹9,000 (ITI) |
| 🌐 Apply Online at | 👉Click Here |
| 📎 Official PDF Notification | 👉Download Here |
| Official Portal | 👉Click Here |
Important FAQs – AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for AAI Apprentice Recruitment 2025?
🟢 The last date to submit your application online is 11th August 2025.
Q2. What is the stipend amount for apprentices in AAI?
💰 Graduate: ₹15,000/month
💰 Diploma: ₹12,000/month
💰 ITI: ₹9,000/month
Q3. Can candidates from all over India apply for this apprenticeship?
❌ No. Only candidates who are domiciles of the Northern Region states/UTs (Delhi, UP, Punjab, etc.) are eligible.
Q4. What is the age limit for AAI Apprentice posts?
🧓 Minimum age is 18 years, and maximum is 26 years as on 11.08.2025. Relaxations apply for reserved categories.
Q5. Do I need to pay any application fee?
✅ No, there is no application fee for applying to AAI Apprenticeship 2025.
Q6. How will the selection be made?
📋 Selection will be based on percentage of marks in qualifying exams. Final selection is after document verification and medical fitness.