The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is inviting applications for 39 Consultant positions for retired Short Service Commission Officers. This is a contract-based engagement for 1 year, extendable up to 5 years.
Important Dates
| Application Start | 17 Sep 2026 |
| Last Date | 11 Nov 2026 |
Age Limit
| Maximum Age | 50 years as on 01 Oct 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Consultant – SSCOs (Short Service Commission Officers) |
| Department | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Total Vacancy | 39 |
| Post Name | No. Of Post |
|---|---|
| Pune Airport [For Surface Movement Control (SMC)] | 11 |
| Kanpur Airport | 02 |
| Purnea Airport | 04 |
| Goa (Dabolim) Airport [11 for SMC + 04 for ATC] | 15 |
| Port Blair Airport [For SMC] | 04 |
| Darbhanga Airport | 03 |
Eligibility / Qualification
Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university, with Basic ATC Course/ATM and AL (Basic) and GCA/ATSS Course.
Mode Of Selection
- Shortlisting
- Application Verification
- Interview
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be retired Short Service Commission Officers of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, or Indian Coast Guard. A minimum of 5 years (cumulative) of ATC duties is required, with at least 1 year of ATC duties at a Joint User Defence Airfield. The gap since retirement must not exceed 6 years.
Important Conditions
The engagement is full-time for an initial period of 1 year, extendable up to a cumulative maximum of 5 years, provided the consultant does not exceed 55 years of age. Leave is allowed at 1.5 days for each completed month of service.
Remuneration & Allowances
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly Remuneration | Fixed amount (Basic pension deducted from pay at retirement) |
| HRA | Not admissible |
| Transport Allowance | Fixed amount for commuting |
How to Apply
- Download and fill the Application Form in the prescribed format (Annexure-1).
- Attach self-attested copies of all necessary supporting documents.
- Combine the application and documents into a single PDF file not exceeding 5 MB.
- Email the combined PDF to chq-ssco@aai.aero on or before 11 November 2026.
Important Links
| Official Advertisement | Download PDF |
| Extended Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Consultant – SSCOs (Short Service Commission Officers)?
The last date to apply is 11 Nov 2026.
What is the eligibility for Consultant – SSCOs (Short Service Commission Officers)?
Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university, with Basic ATC Course/ATM and AL (Basic) and GCA/ATSS Course.
How many vacancies are there in Consultant – SSCOs (Short Service Commission Officers)?
Total vacancies: 39.
How to apply for Consultant – SSCOs (Short Service Commission Officers)?
Apply online through the official website on or before 11 Nov 2026.