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AAI ATC 2026 Recruitment
Everything you need to know about AAI ATC 2026 — notification details, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, cutoff trends, salary, and a complete preparation roadmap.
What is AAI ATC?
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) conducts the Junior Executive (Air Traffic Control) examination to recruit professionals responsible for managing air traffic, ensuring flight safety, and coordinating with pilots in real time.
This is a prestigious central government job under the Ministry of Civil Aviation.
Key Highlights
- Organization: Airports Authority of India (AAI)
- Post: Junior Executive (Air Traffic Control)
- Pay Scale: ₹80,000 – 3% – ₹1,40,000 (E-1 Grade)
- Expected Notification: April–May 2026
- Official Website: www.aai.aero
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- B.Sc with Physics & Mathematics
- B.E / B.Tech with Physics & Mathematics
Maximum Age: 27 years (as per 2025 cycle)
Age Relaxation: OBC – 3 years | SC/ST – 5 years | PWD – 10 years
Exam Pattern (2025 Model)
Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration: 120 minutes | Total Questions: 120
Negative Marking: No (as per 2025 pattern)
| Part | Subjects | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | English, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, General Awareness | 60 |
| Part B | Physics & Mathematics | 60 |
AAI ATC Previous Year Cutoff Marks
Reviewing previous year cutoffs helps candidates understand the competition level and set realistic preparation targets.
Below are the detailed cutoffs for the 2023, 2022, and 2021 recruitment cycles.
✈️ AAI ATC 2023 Cutoff Marks
| Category | Cutoff Marks |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 94.75 → Finally 95.0 |
| OBC (NCL) | 91.0 → Finally 91.489 |
| EWS | 90.836 → Finally 91.0 |
| SC | 86 |
| ST | 82 |
🛫 AAI ATC 2022 Cutoff Marks (Percentile)
| Category | Cutoff (Percentile) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 99.82 → Finally 99.85 |
| OBC (NCL) | 99.532 → Finally 99.611 |
| EWS | 99.603 → Finally 99.611 |
| SC | 98.6 → Finally 98.75 |
| ST | 97.83 → Finally 98.001 |
🛩️ AAI ATC 2021 Cutoff Marks
| Category | Cutoff Marks |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 94.755 → Finally 95.0 |
| OBC (NCL) | 91 → Finally 91.489 |
| SC | 86 |
| ST | 82 |
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Voice Test
- Psychological & Psychoactive Substance Test
- Medical Examination & Document Verification
Preparation Strategy for 2026
- Master Physics & Mathematics concepts thoroughly
- Practice aptitude and reasoning questions daily
- Attempt previous year papers and mock tests
- Improve English comprehension and current affairs
- Focus on clear speech and confidence for the Voice Test
Expected Dates (AAI ATC 2026)
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | April 2026 |
| Application Window | April–May 2026 |
| CBT Exam | July 2026 |
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