The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has released a recruitment notification for engagement of Graduate, Diploma and ITI apprentices at the Office of the Airport Director, NSCBI Airport, Kolkata, for FY 2026-27. As per Advertisement No. 1/2026/AAC/APPRENTICE-GRADUATE/DIPLOMA/ITI(TRADE)/AAI-NSCBI AIRPORT, applications can be submitted online till 24 August 2026 through the NATS portal and the Apprenticeship India portal. This is for candidates who hold domicile of West Bengal and want one year of hands-on training at a major international airport under a central government undertaking.
A total of 38 apprentice posts are open across Civil, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, IT, Technical and Computer Operator disciplines. A full post-wise breakdown follows below. The training will take place only at the O/o the Airport Director, AAI, NSCBI Airport, Kolkata. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official Airports Authority of India notification No. 1/2026/AAC/APPRENTICE-GRADUATE/DIPLOMA/ITI(TRADE)/AAI-NSCBI AIRPORT. Last verified: 28 July 2026.
The Airports Authority of India is recruiting 38 Graduate, Diploma and ITI Trade apprentice posts at NSCBI Airport, Kolkata, for FY 2026-27. Only candidates with West Bengal domicile, aged 18 to 26 years, are eligible. The last date to apply online is 24 August 2026, through the NATS portal for Graduate and Diploma apprentices and the Apprenticeship India portal for ITI Trade apprentices.
Quick summary of NSCBI Airport, Kolkata Recruitment
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Airports Authority of India (AAI), NSCBI Airport, Kolkata |
| Post | Graduate / Diploma / ITI Trade Apprentice |
| Total Vacancy | 38 |
| Salary | ₹9,600 – ₹15,000 per month (monthly stipend, varies by post) |
| Application Mode | Online, through NATS portal (Graduate/Diploma) and Apprenticeship India portal (ITI Trade) |
| Eligibility | AICTE-recognised Engineering degree/diploma or ITI NCVT certificate, passed in 2022 or later |
| Selection Process | Provisional selection on % of marks, then interview/document verification and medical fitness |
| Place of Posting | O/o the Airport Director, AAI, NSCBI Airport, Kolkata-52 |
| Last Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Who Can Apply | Indian nationals with West Bengal domicile, aged 18–26 years |
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About the organisation
Airports Authority of India is a Schedule ‘A’ Miniratna Category-1 public sector enterprise, formed by an Act of Parliament. It came into existence on 1 April 1995 through the merger of the erstwhile National Airports Authority and the International Airports Authority of India. AAI is responsible for creating, upgrading, maintaining and managing India’s civil aviation infrastructure, both on the ground and in the airspace. NSCBI Airport, Kolkata is one of its major international airports, making an apprenticeship here a chance to train inside live airport operations.
Apprenticing at NSCBI Airport, Kolkata
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
NSCBI Airport sits within Kolkata city and is connected to the rest of West Bengal by road, rail and the Kolkata Metro network, which makes daily commuting workable for candidates based in and around the city. Since this apprenticeship is open only to candidates domiciled in West Bengal, it sits apart from the many all-India AAI apprenticeship drives at other airports, where applicants compete with candidates from across the country. For engineering and ITI candidates already in West Bengal, a state-restricted PSU apprenticeship close to home is comparatively easier to reach than a posting at an airport outside the state.
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Important dates
The notification gives only the closing date for applications; no separate opening date is stated in the document.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application start date | Not mentioned in the official notification |
| Last date to apply online | 24 August 2026 |
| Age reckoning date | 24 August 2026 |
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Vacancy details and stipend
The notification lists 12 separate apprenticeship categories. All posts are for a training duration of one year, and all are based at the O/o the Airport Director, AAI, NSCBI Airport, Kolkata.
| Sl. No. | Type of Apprenticeship / Department | No. of Posts | Monthly Stipend (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Graduate Apprentice – Engg. Civil | 4 | 15,000 (₹8,850 AAI share + ₹6,150 Govt. DBT share) |
| 2 | Diploma Apprentice – Engg. Civil | 5 | 12,000 (₹6,550 AAI share + ₹5,450 Govt. DBT share) |
| 3 | Graduate Apprentice – Engg. Electrical | 5 | 15,000 (₹8,850 AAI share + ₹6,150 Govt. DBT share) |
| 4 | Diploma Apprentice – Engg. Electrical | 6 | 12,000 (₹6,550 AAI share + ₹5,450 Govt. DBT share) |
| 5 | Trade Apprentice (ITI) – Engg. Electrical | 2 | 10,560 (by AAI) |
| 6 | Graduate Apprentice – (Electronics and Communication) | 3 | 15,000 (₹8,850 AAI share + ₹6,150 Govt. DBT share) |
| 7 | Diploma Apprentice – (Electronics and Tele Communication) | 3 | 12,000 (₹6,550 AAI share + ₹5,450 Govt. DBT share) |
| 8 | Trade Apprentice (ITI) – (Electronics & Mechanics) | 2 | 10,560 (by AAI) |
| 9 | Graduate Apprentice – (IT) | 4 | 15,000 (₹8,850 AAI share + ₹6,150 Govt. DBT share) |
| 10 | Graduate Apprentice – (Technical) | 1 | 15,000 (₹8,850 AAI share + ₹6,150 Govt. DBT share) |
| 11 | Diploma Apprentice – (Technical) | 1 | 12,000 (₹6,550 AAI share + ₹5,450 Govt. DBT share) |
| 12 | Trade Apprentice (ITI) – Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 2 | 9,600 (by AAI) |
| Total | 38 |
The notification states the number of posts is tentative and can be decreased or increased.
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Eligibility
Eligibility is set by apprenticeship category, not by individual discipline within a category. Age and domicile conditions apply the same way to every post.
| Apprentice Type | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | Full-time (regular) four-year degree in Engineering, in the relevant/equivalent stream, recognised by AICTE, Government of India |
| Diploma Apprentice | Full-time (regular) three-year diploma in Engineering, in the relevant/equivalent stream, recognised by AICTE, Government of India |
| ITI Trade Apprentice | ITI NCVT certificate in the concerned/equivalent trade, awarded by the Directorate General of Training (DGT), Government of India |
Common conditions for all posts:
- Only Indian nationals with domicile of West Bengal are eligible.
- Candidates must have passed their degree/diploma/ITI in 2022 or after 2022.
- Age limit: minimum 18 years, maximum 26 years, as on 24 August 2026. Upper age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates as per Government of India guidelines.
- Candidates who have already completed an apprenticeship, left one midway, or are currently doing an apprenticeship elsewhere (or in AAI) at the same qualification level are not eligible.
- Candidates who have one year or more of apprenticeship training or job experience after their qualification are not eligible.
- Candidates applying for more than one discipline will not be considered, and such applications will be rejected.
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Selection process
Selection has three stages, based only on the marks a candidate holds in their qualifying degree, diploma or ITI certificate.
- Provisional selection — based on the percentage of marks obtained in the required educational qualification.
- Interview and document verification — shortlisted candidates are informed only through their registered email ID.
- Final selection — confirmed after verification of certificates and submission of a Medical Fitness Certificate (from a Government Medical Officer or a Government undertaking’s Medical Officer) and birth certificate at the time of joining.
The notification states no travelling allowance or daily allowance (TA/DA) will be paid for document verification, interview or joining.
How to apply
- Register on the concerned portal before applying: the NATS portal for Graduate/Diploma apprenticeship, or the Apprenticeship India portal for ITI Trade apprenticeship. Registration is mandatory before applying.
- On the portal, search for the establishment “Airports Authority of India, O/o Airport Director, NSCBI Airport, Kolkata-52” using establishment code EWBPNC000002 (Graduate/Diploma Apprentice) or E06161900020 (ITI Trade Apprentice).
- Click the “Apply” button on the next page.
- On successful submission, the message “Successfully applied for the training position. Based on availability, you will be contacted by the establishment” will appear.
Only applications received online through the NATS/BOAT and NAPS/RDAT portals will be considered. Applications made through any other mode will not be entertained.
Documents to keep ready
- Aadhaar card
- Degree / diploma / ITI (NCVT) certificate and mark sheet showing percentage of marks
- Proof of West Bengal domicile
- Birth certificate (age proof)
- Passport-size photograph
- Bank account details
- Updated APAAR ID, verified with the concerned regional board/office
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD), if claiming reservation or age relaxation
Important links
- Official notification PDF
- Apply online — NATS portal (Graduate/Diploma Apprentice)
- Apply online — Apprenticeship India portal (ITI Trade Apprentice)
- More West Bengal government job notifications
- More apprenticeship openings across India
- Diploma and ITI jobs on this site
- Age Calculator — check your age as on the cut-off date
Should you apply?
This apprenticeship suits Engineering graduates, diploma holders and ITI-trained candidates from West Bengal who want one year of practical, on-the-job exposure inside a working international airport, run by a central government PSU. It does not suit candidates from outside West Bengal, since domicile of the state is a strict eligibility condition, nor candidates already holding a year or more of post-qualification work or apprenticeship experience.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office. Because eligibility is restricted to West Bengal domicile holders, competition here is narrower than in an all-India AAI apprenticeship drive, though a PSU airport apprenticeship close to home is still likely to draw strong interest from engineering and ITI candidates across the state.
The clearest trade-off is that this is training, not a job: the notification states plainly that AAI is under no obligation to offer regular or contractual employment after the apprenticeship ends, and candidates have no right to claim one on this basis. The stipend, ranging from ₹9,600 to ₹15,000 a month depending on the post, covers the training period only. Candidates who value structured, hands-on experience at a major PSU — to strengthen a resume or a future government job application — are the best fit; those looking for guaranteed employment should treat this as training experience, not a career entry point.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for AAI NSCBI Airport Apprentice 2026?
The last date to apply online is 24 August 2026. Applications must be submitted through the NATS portal (Graduate/Diploma) or the Apprenticeship India portal (ITI Trade) before this date.
What is the stipend for AAI NSCBI Airport apprentices?
The monthly stipend ranges from ₹9,600 for COPA Trade Apprentices to ₹15,000 for Graduate Apprentices, depending on the post. Diploma Apprentices receive ₹12,000 per month, and other Trade Apprentices receive ₹10,560 per month.
Who is eligible for the AAI NSCBI Airport apprenticeship 2026?
Only Indian nationals with domicile of West Bengal, aged between 18 and 26 years as on 24 August 2026, who passed their degree, diploma or ITI in 2022 or later, are eligible. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
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