EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Consultant Posts at Airports Authority of India

Airports Authority of India (AAI), through EdCIL (India) Limited, has released multiple recruitment notifications in 2026 for contractual Consultant positions across five key directorates at its Corporate Headquarters in New Delhi. This is a significant opportunity for experienced professionals in fields such as CSR, aviation security, HR/pension management, engineering, finance, architecture, and data analytics to work with one of India's premier Mini Ratna Category-1 PSUs. Applications are open online from 12 June 2026 and close on 28 June 2026.

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EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026 - Overview of EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026

EdCIL (India) Limited, a Mini Ratna Category-I CPSE under the Ministry of Education, is the recruitment agency facilitating these engagements on behalf of AAI. All positions are purely contractual, initially for one year, with a possibility of extension. The recruitment covers five advertisement numbers, collectively offering posts across several specializations.

EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates for AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026

Knowing the key dates is the first step before applying. All advertisements share the same application window.

• Opening date for online applications: 12 June 2026 (10:00 HRS)
• Last date to apply online: 28 June 2026 (23:55 HRS)
• Cut-off date for age, qualification, and experience: 28 June 2026

Note: Candidates are strongly advised not to wait until the last date. AAI will not be responsible if applications cannot be submitted due to last-minute server rush.

EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026 - AAI Advertisement No. 02/2026 - Airport Security Directorate

This advertisement invites experienced aviation security professionals to support AAI's security planning and compliance functions at its Corporate Headquarters.

Vacancies and Eligibility

Key Duties

The selected consultants in the Airport Security Directorate will be responsible for a range of security-related functions including:

• Providing expert inputs on security planning and manpower assessment for upcoming airports
• Assisting in the preparation, review, and updating of Security SOPs and compliance reports
• Coordinating with BCAS, CISF, and other security agencies for security vetting and clearances
• Monitoring BCAS Quality Control Programme (QCP) activities such as audits, inspections, and tests
• Maintaining training rosters for AvSec Training across all five ASTIs and assisting at ASTI Delhi as an AvSec Instructor

EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026 - AAI Advertisement No. 04/2026 - Planning Directorate

This notification is aimed at young professionals in architecture and data analytics who want to contribute to airport infrastructure planning for AAI.

Vacancies and Eligibility

Desirable qualifications for Architect post: Master's in Architecture, Urban Planning, or Transport Planning.

Desirable qualifications for Data Analyst post: Postgraduate diploma in Data Analytics, Data Science, or Business Analytics; certifications in Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or Python.

Key Duties - Associate Consultant (Architect)

• Preparing design briefs, drawings, and reports for internal and external approvals
• Reviewing consultant reports and providing architectural inputs
• Conceptualizing terminal buildings, ancillary structures, and city-side development
• Conducting passenger handling capacity studies and preparing functional layouts
• Preparing architectural inputs for prefeasibility reports

Key Duties - Associate Consultant (Data Analysts)

• Extracting, cleaning, and transforming data from multiple sources
• Supporting data collection and analysis related to airport planning, traffic, and infrastructure performance
• Preparing draft analytical reports, dashboards, and visualizations
• Maintaining and supporting digitization of records and datasets within the Planning Directorate

EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026 - AAI Advertisement No. 06/2026 - HRM Directorate (Pension Cell)

This notification targets HR, legal, and finance professionals with hands-on expertise in EPFO compliance and pension management for a Senior Consultant role in AAI's Pension Cell.

Vacancy and Eligibility

Required Experience

The role demands highly specific expertise:

• Core Experience: Proficiency in EPFO rules and regulations, particularly the Employees' Provident Fund & Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. Minimum 8 years of post-qualification experience managing EPFO compliance in government offices, autonomous bodies, or PSUs.
• Liaisoning Role: Proven ability to act as authorized representative of an establishment before PF authorities.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with the EPFO Portal and its online services.
• Desired Skills: Good communication, interpersonal skills, and proficiency in MS Office.

Charter of Duties

The consultant will specifically work on resolving AAI's pending EPFO-related challenges, including:

• Refund of excess pension contributions for 1,513 employees/ex-employees who changed pension options from Option A to Option B
• Reconciliation of accounts between AAI and EPFO
• Liaisoning for pending PPO issuances by EPFO
• Handling rejections of pension cases and deferment-of-pension options
• Responding to EPFO summons/notices for interest and damage charges
• Holistically interpreting EPFO orders and preparing comprehensive replies on behalf of AAI

EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026 - AAI Advertisement No. 07/2026 - Strategic Initiatives Unit (SIU) Directorate

This notification seeks young professionals in engineering and finance to support AAI's airport privatization and PPP (Public-Private Partnership) initiative work.

Vacancies and Eligibility

Key Duties

Both Junior Consultant roles involve providing technical/financial and strategic assistance for upcoming PPP airport transactions. The consultants will assist AAI in all phases of project development, appraisal, and implementation of airport privatization and PPP initiatives.

EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026 - AAI Advertisement No. 08/2026 - CSR Directorate

This notification is for experienced CSR professionals to manage and monitor AAI's Corporate Social Responsibility programmes in compliance with the Companies Act and DPE guidelines.

Vacancies and Eligibility

Key Duties - Senior Consultant (CSR)

• Preparation of the CSR Manual
• Identifying CSR thrust areas and projects or programmes
• Planning modalities of execution for CSR projects
• Monitoring CSR projects and programmes
• Ensuring compliance with Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2014, and DPE guidelines 2014

Key Duties - Consultant (CSR)

• Studying and scrutinizing proposals and processing them as per Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013, and AAI's CSR policy
• Ensuring CSR policies are aligned with DPE guidelines
• Monitoring projects and conducting regular follow-ups
• Collecting data for CSR projects across PAN India
• Preparing archives, video documentaries, and project reports

EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026 - How to Apply for EdCIL AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026

All applications must be submitted online only — no hard copies will be accepted. The process is straightforward but requires preparation in advance.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1 - Registration
Visit the AAI/EdCIL online application portal. Click on "Register" and fill in your personal and contact details. Generate and submit the OTP sent to your registered email and mobile number. You will receive your Application Sequence Number (Login ID) and password.

Step 2 - Fill the Application Form
Log back in using your credentials. Complete all sections including eligibility criteria, communication details, qualification details, and experience details. Upload your photograph, signature, and scanned copies of all relevant certificates.

Step 3 - Upload Documents
All certificates must be in PDF/JPG/JPEG format, minimum 100 KB and maximum 1,000 KB. Your scanned photograph (passport size, white background) must be 100-200 KB in JPG/JPEG format. Your signature (black or blue ink on white paper) must be 80-150 KB.

Step 4 - Preview and Submit
Use the Preview tab to verify all information before final submission. Once submitted, the application cannot be edited.

Step 5 - Save the Printout
Retain a printed copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Important: There is no application fee for any of these posts. Do not send any hard copies to AAI CHQ.

EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026 - General Terms and Conditions

Understanding the conditions of engagement is essential for every applicant. These terms apply uniformly across all five advertisements.

• Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
• All qualifications must be from approved and recognized institutions.
• Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications for each post.
• Selection is based on academic qualifications, experience, document verification, and interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email only — keep your registered email ID active.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview or selection process.
• The engagement is purely contractual, initially for one year, with a possibility of extension.
• AAI reserves the right to upgrade eligibility criteria if a large number of applications are received.
• AAI also reserves the right to cancel, modify, withdraw, or postpone the engagement notice.
• All positions are located at AAI Corporate Headquarters, Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi (or AAI CHQ, Delhi for CSR posts).
• Leave is accrued at 1.5 days per completed month of service. Unused leave cannot be carried forward or encashed.

EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026 - Salary Summary - AAI Consultant Posts 2026

Here is a quick reference to the all-inclusive monthly remuneration for each position:

EdCIL AAI Recruitment 2026 - Improtant Link