The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has released an official notification inviting applications for 18 various consultant positions across multiple disciplines. Eligible candidates can now apply for roles including Junior Consultant, Consultant, Senior Consultant, and Associate Consultant under Advt No. 01/HR/2026/RHQ-SR. The application deadline has been officially extended, giving interested aspirants more time to submit their forms online.
Positions are based primarily in Tamil Nadu and span across specialized fields such as Clinical Psychology, Airport Systems, Bird & Wildlife Management, Legal, Technical, and Media roles. Selected candidates will be engaged on a contract basis for an initial period of one year, which may be extended based on performance requirements.
Overview
The AAI Consultant Recruitment 2026 offers a lucrative opportunity for professionals holding qualifications ranging from a Bachelor’s degree to Post-Graduation in relevant streams. A total of 18 vacancies are available for recruitment under the Southern Regional Headquarters (RHQ-SR) framework.
Important Dates
- Opening Date for Online Application: 07/10/2026
- Extended Last Date to Apply: 10/11/2026
- Document Verification / Interview Date: To be announced later
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Consultant (Clinical Psychologist) | 01 | Max 35 years | Post-Graduation in Psychology with clinical exposure (M.A/M.Phil preferred). |
| Junior Consultant (Airport Systems) | 01 | Max 35 years | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology (Electronics/Communication/Instrumentation). |
| Consultant (Bird & Wildlife Management) | 01 | Max 40 years | Master’s in Wildlife Science, Zoology, Environmental Science, or Life Sciences. |
| Associate Consultant (Bird & Wildlife Management) | 01 | Max 30 years | Master’s in Wildlife Science, Zoology, Environmental Science, or Life Sciences. |
| Junior Consultant (Obstacle Management) | 01 | Max 35 years | Graduate in Civil Engineering. |
| Associate Consultant (Obstacle Management) | 01 | Max 30 years | Graduate in Civil Engineering. |
| Consultant (Horticulture) | 02 | Max 40 years | Post-Graduation (M.Sc) in Agriculture or Horticulture. |
| Senior Consultant (Law) | 03 | Max 45 years | Professional degree in Law (3-year or 5-year integrated course) with Bar Council enrollment. |
| Consultant (Content Writer) | 01 | Max 40 years | Bachelor’s/Master’s in Mass Communication, Journalism, or English Literature. |
| Consultant (Graphic Designer) | 01 | Max 40 years | Degree/Diploma in Multimedia, Animation, Graphic Design, or Visual Communication. |
| Consultant (Video Editor) | 01 | Max 40 years | Degree/Diploma in Film Production, Media Studies, or Mass Communication. |
| Junior Consultant (Technical) | 02 | Max 35 years | Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering. |
| Associate Consultant (Technical) | 02 | Max 30 years | Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering. |
Application Fee
The application fee details for the respective categories are Not Mentioned in the official notification guidelines. Candidates should check the official portal for any updates regarding fee processing.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the Airports Authority of India at https://www.aai.aero and navigate to the careers or recruitment section.
- Complete the online registration and carefully fill out the application form for your chosen consultant post.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including educational certificates, photograph, signature, and experience proofs according to the specified dimensions.
- Submit the application form online before the extended deadline of 10/11/2026.
- Download and save a printed copy of the final submitted application for future reference.
Source: govtjobguru.in
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