AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply by Email for 39 Posts

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has invited applications from eligible retired Short Service Commission Officers of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force and Indian Coast Guard for engagement as consultants on a contractual basis. A total of 39 Consultant posts is available under Advertisement No. 14/2026/CHQ/SSCOs. Applications are accepted through email from 17 September 2026 to 1 October 2026.

AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Overview

AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

The interview schedule will be communicated later to shortlisted candidates through their registered email ID.

Application Fee

The official notification does not mention any application fee for the AAI SSCO Consultant recruitment.

Application Fee: Not Mentioned in Official Notification

Vacancy Details

AAI has notified 39 Consultant vacancies across six airfield locations. The location-wise distribution is as follows:

Eligibility / Educational Qualification

Candidates should carefully check the eligibility requirements before submitting their application.

Who Can Apply?

The recruitment is intended for retired Short Service Commission Officers (SSCOs) from:

• Indian Army
• Indian Navy
• Indian Air Force
• Indian Coast Guard

Candidates must also satisfy the prescribed qualification, professional training, experience and age requirements.

Educational Qualification

Candidates should have:

• A graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
• The prescribed Basic ATC Course / ATM and AL (Basic) and GCA/ATSS Course.

Experience

Applicants must have:

• At least 5 years of cumulative experience in ATC duties.
• At least 1 year of ATC duty experience at a Joint User Defence Airfield.

Age Limit

The maximum age for applying is 50 years as on 1 October 2026.

In addition, the period between retirement from the Indian Armed Forces and the last date of application should not exceed 6 years.

Any extension of the consultancy cannot continue beyond the age of 55 years.

Salary / Pay Scale

The engagement carries a fixed monthly remuneration calculated according to the applicable DoPT guidelines. The amount is arrived at by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at the time of retirement.

The fixed remuneration remains unchanged during the contract period and does not carry an annual increment.

Other applicable conditions include:

• HRA is not admissible.
• Transport allowance is provided according to the prescribed conditions.
• TA/DA for official tours, wherever applicable, is governed by the relevant rules.
• TDS will be deducted from the remuneration.

Selection Process

The AAI SSCO Consultant selection process does not include a written examination.

The process involves:

1. Shortlisting based on eligibility.
2. Application and document verification.
3. Interview.
4. Final selection based on the prescribed interview merit process.

The interview schedule will be communicated to shortlisted candidates through their registered email ID.

How to Apply for AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates should submit their applications through email as prescribed by AAI.

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Download the prescribed Application Form (Annexure-I) from the AAI recruitment notification.
2. Fill in the application form carefully with personal, service, educational and professional details.
3. Attach self-attested copies of the required educational and experience documents.
4. Include the required photograph and signature.
5. Combine the application form and supporting documents into one PDF file.
6. Ensure that the combined PDF file does not exceed 5 MB.
7. Send the PDF through email to chqrectt@aai.aero.
8. Submit the application on or before 1 October 2026.
9. Keep the registered email ID active for further communication regarding shortlisting and interview.

Applications submitted through a mode other than the prescribed email are not accepted.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• Completed application form.
• Recent passport-size photograph.
• Candidate's signature and declaration.
• Proof of date of birth.
• Educational qualification certificates.
• Professional/ATC qualification certificates.
• Documents supporting ATC work experience.
• Service and retirement/discharge details.
• Other documents required to establish eligibility as specified in the notification.

All supporting documents should be self-attested as required by the notification.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many vacancies are available in AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026?

AAI has notified 39 Consultant vacancies under Advertisement No. 14/2026/CHQ/SSCOs.

Q2. Who is eligible for AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026?

Retired Short Service Commission Officers of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force or Indian Coast Guard who meet the prescribed educational, professional, experience and age requirements can apply.

Q3. What is the last date to apply for AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026?

The last date for submitting the application is 1 October 2026. Applications can be submitted from 17 September 2026.

Q4. What is the age limit for AAI SSCO Consultant posts?

The maximum age is 50 years as on 1 October 2026. The gap between retirement and the application closing date should also not exceed six years.

Q5. Is there any written examination for AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026?

No written examination is prescribed. Eligible candidates are shortlisted for application verification and an interview.

Q6. How can candidates apply for AAI SSCO Consultant Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must fill out the prescribed application form, combine it with the required supporting documents into a single PDF of up to 5 MB and email it to chqrectt@aai.aero by the last date.

Q7. What is the job location for AAI SSCO Consultants?

The vacancies are located at Pune, Kanpur, Purnea, Goa (Dabolim), Port Blair and Darbhanga airfields.

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