AAI ATC Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Syllabus, Salary & Preparation Guide | Career Wave

AAI ATC Recruitment 2026 – Complete Notification, Eligibility, Syllabus, Salary & Preparation Guide (Career Wave Edition)

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is expected to release the AAI JE (ATC) Recruitment 2026 notification for the post of Junior Executive – Air Traffic Control.
This is one of India’s most premium public sector jobs, offering high responsibility, excellent salary, nationwide postings, and a direct role in aviation safety.

As India expands its airports under the UDAN & Bharat Mala projects, the demand for skilled Air Traffic Controllers is at an all-time high. Career Wave, India’s most trusted ATC preparation platform, is at the forefront of training aspirants for this highly competitive recruitment.

1.  This guide covers vacancies, eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, salary, selection process, medical requirements, preparation strategy, and Career Wave’s mentorship system for cracking ATC in the first attempt.
Post Name & Department
§  Post: Junior Executive (Air Traffic Control)
§  Department: Air Navigation Services (ANS)
§  Recruitment Body: Airports Authority of India (AAI)

2.     Expected Vacancies for AAI ATC 2026

  India is experiencing:

Therefore, AAI ATC Vacancy 2026 is expected to be between 250–450 posts, Depending on government approvals. Career Wave will update the vacancy forecast as soon as RTI, parliament questions and manpower data for 2026 are released.

3.     Salary & Benefits (AAI JE ATC 2026)

         Pay Scale

       Other Benefits
§  House Rent Allowance / Airport quarters
§  Overtime allowance (ATC allowance)
§  Medical coverage for family
§  Pension under NPS
§  Annual increments
§  Fast promotions (JE → Manager → Senior Manager → DGM → GM)
ATC remains one of the best-paying public sector jobs in India.

4.     Eligibility Criteria for ATC 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidate must have:
§  B.Sc (Physics & Mathematics)

        or
§  B.E / B.Tech (Any branch) with Physics & Maths at 10+2 level

Final-year candidates may apply if they can produce the degree at Document Verification.

Age Limit (Expected)

5.     Selection Process (AAI ATC 2026)

Stage 1 – CBT Exam

120 questions | 2 hours | No negative marking

Stage 2 – Voice Test

Assesses communication clarity and pronunciation.

Stage 3 – Document Verification

Stage 4 – Class-III Medical Fitness

Mandatory for ATC licensing.

Career Wave provides voice test training + medical preparation tips based on real ATCO experiences.

6.     ATC Exam Pattern (CBT)

        Duration: 120 minutes
        Language: English only
        Career Wave Analysis:
        ATC paper has predictable structure and repeated PYQ concepts—making it very score-friendly for                   disciplined aspirants.

7.     Detailed Syllabus for ATC 2026

Physics (Class 11–12 NCERT-based)

Electrostatics • Capacitance • Current Electricity • Magnetism • EMI • AC • Optics • Semiconductor Electronics • Waves • Kinematics • NLM • WEP • Thermodynamics • Gravitation • Oscillations • Fluids

Mathematics

Limits • Continuity • Differentiability • AOD • Integration • Differential Equations • Matrices • Determinants • Probability • Complex Numbers • Vectors • 3D Geometry • Sequence & Series

General English

RC • Grammar • Vocabulary • Para jumbles • Cloze test

Reasoning

Coding–Decoding • Syllogism • Series • Blood Relations • Direction • Analogy

Quant

Percentage • Ratio • Algebra basics • TSD • Time–Work • DI

GK

Static GK • Polity • Geography • Economy basics • Aviation GK • Current Affairs

Career Wave’s SUPER-50 batch follows an NCERT → PYQ → Practice → Mock → Voice Test sequence, ensuring complete syllabus mastery.

8.     Medical Fitness (CAT-III B Requirements)
§  Vision: 6/6 with or without glasses
§  Colour Vision: CP-II (Normal)
§  Hearing: Good speech discrimination
§  Speech: Clear, fluent
§  Mental & Physical fitness
Career Wave provides medical awareness sessions to help candidates prepare confidently.

9.     Why ATC Is a Top Career in 2026
§  High salary + stable career
§  Work at major international airports
§  Opportunity to manage real aviation operations
§  Aviation sector growing at 15–20% per year
§  High demand for trained ATCOs
AAI ATC officers are central to India’s aviation ecosystem.

10. How to Prepare for AAI ATC 2026 (Career Wave Strategy)

Career Wave recommends a 6-step preparation model:

Step 1: Build NCERT Base

Class 11 & 12 Physics + core maths formulas.

Step 2: Master PYQs (2021–2024)

60–70% of concepts repeat.

Step 3: Daily Technical Practice

Target Physics + Maths with formula sheets.

Step 4: Strengthen Non-Tech

Reasoning + English give easy marks.

Step 5: Mock Test Strategy

Weekly full mocks + deep analysis.

Step 6: Voice Test Training

Clarity, pronunciation, and RT phrases.

Career Wave’s mentorship includes:

11. Career Wave Advantage for ATC Aspirants
§  India’s most trusted ATC preparation platform
§  NCERT-mappedPhysics + Maths lectures
§  PYQ-focused teaching
§  Full mentorship system (Tech + Non-Tech)
§  Super-50 (Tech + Non-Tech) & Scorer (Tech only) courses
§  12-month access with mocks and guidance
§  Realistic exam strategies that match official difficulty
Career Wave students benefit from clarity, accuracy, and discipline—the three pillars of ATC success.

12. Final Preparation Advice
§  Start early and follow a fixed study plan
§  Focus on NCERT → PYQ → Mock sequence
§  Keep a daily formula notebook
§  Avoid jumping between random YouTube channels
§  Use structured guidance from a trusted system like Career Wave
§  Consistency is more important than hours

        Conclusion
AAI ATC Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity for graduates aiming to join India’s high-growth aviation sector.
With predictable patterns, no negative marking, and consistent PYQ trends, this exam is highly crackable with the right strategy.
Career Wave provides the most structured, student-friendly, and result-oriented preparation ecosystem for ATC aspirants.