Get complete details of the AAI
ATC Common Cadre exam including exam pattern, detailed syllabus, number of
questions, time duration, and subject-wise breakdown .This guide by Career Wave
helps aspirants prepare smartly and score high.
AAI ATC Common Cadre Exam Pattern &
Syllabus Explained
Complete
Subject-Wise Breakdown by Career Wave
Introduction
The AAI
ATC Common Cadre exam is one of the most competitive non-technical PSU
exams conducted by the Airports Authority of India (AAI).
Many aspirants underestimate this exam because it is non-technical—but the syllabus
is vast, time is limited, and competition is intense.
In this
blog, Career Wave explains the complete AAI ATC Common Cadre exam
pattern and detailed syllabus so you can prepare with clarity and
confidence.
AAI ATC Common Cadre – Exam Overview
|
Particular |
Details |
|
Exam Name |
AAI ATC Common Cadre |
|
Exam Mode |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
|
Total Questions |
150 |
|
Total Duration |
2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
|
Question Type |
Objective (MCQs) |
|
Selection Basis |
Written Exam + DV/Medical |
📌
No interview – final merit is based on written exam marks.
Subject-Wise Exam Pattern
|
Section |
Questions |
|
General Intelligence & Reasoning |
40 |
|
General Awareness |
35 |
|
English Comprehension |
35 |
|
Quantitative Aptitude |
40 |
|
Total |
150 Questions |
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Career Wave Insight:
Speed + accuracy matter more than difficulty level.
1️ General Intelligence & Reasoning (40 Questions)
This section
tests logical thinking, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills.
Topics
Included:
|
Topics
Included: |
|
|
Semantic, Symbolic & Number Analogy Figural Analogy & Classification |
Drawing Inferences Punched Hole / Pattern Folding &
Unfolding |
|
Semantic & Number Series |
Embedded Figures |
|
Figural Series |
Indexing & Address Matching |
|
Coding & Decoding |
Date & City Matching |
|
Numerical & Symbolic Operations |
Centre Code / Roll Number Classification |
|
Problem Solving |
Small & Capital Letters / Numbers
Coding |
|
Word Building |
Critical Thinking |
|
Space Orientation &
Visualization |
Emotional & Social
Intelligence |
|
Venn Diagrams |
|
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This section is highly scoring if practiced well.
2️ General Awareness (35 Questions)
This section
checks awareness of current events and general knowledge.
|
Topics
Included: |
|
|
Current Affairs (National &
International) |
General Policy & Governance |
|
Indian History & Culture |
Scientific Research & Developments |
|
Geography (India & Neighbours) |
Everyday Science |
|
Indian Economy |
|
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Career Wave Tip:
Focus more on static GK + last 6–8 months current affairs.
3️ English Comprehension (35 Questions)
English
section tests language accuracy and comprehension skills.
Topics
Included:
|
Topics Included: |
|
|
Vocabulary |
Improvement of Sentences |
|
Grammar & Sentence Structure |
Active & Passive Voice |
|
Synonyms / Antonyms / Homonyms |
Direct & Indirect Speech |
|
Spot the Error |
Sentence Shuffling |
|
Fill in the Blanks |
Cloze Test |
|
Idioms & Phrases |
Reading Comprehension |
|
One-Word Substitution |
|
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Comprehension passages include:
4️ Quantitative Aptitude (40 Questions)
This section
tests numerical ability and mathematical understanding.
|
Arithmetic Topics: |
Algebra & Geometry: |
Mensuration: |
Trigonometry & Data Interpretation: |
|
Whole Numbers, Fractions, Decimals |
Algebraic Identities |
Prism, Cone, Cylinder |
Trigonometric Ratios & Identities |
|
Percentage |
Elementary Surds |
Sphere & Hemisphere |
Heights & Distances
|
|
Ratio & Proportion |
Linear Equations |
Rectangular Parallelepiped |
Histogram
|
|
Averages |
Triangles (centres, similarity, congruence) |
Pyramid
|
Bar Diagram
|
|
Profit & Loss |
Quadrilaterals & Polygons |
|
Pie Chart
|
|
Discount |
Circles (chords, tangents, angles) |
|
Frequency Polygon
|
|
Simple & Compound Interest |
|
|
|
|
Partnership |
|
|
|
|
Mixture & Alligation |
|
|
|
|
Time & Work |
|
|
|
|
Time & Distance |
|
|
|
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Quantitative Aptitude is lengthy but scoring with practice.
Difficulty
Level of AAI ATC Common Cadre Exam
The exam is not tough individually—but 150 questions in 120 minutes
demands strong speed.
Preparation
Strategy Suggested by Career Wave
✔ Strengthen
Reasoning & Quant first
✔ Practice English comprehension
daily
✔ Revise GK consistently
✔ Attempt full-length mock tests
✔ Analyze mistakes weekly
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Mock tests are non-negotiable for this exam.
How Career
Wave Helps Common Cadre Aspirants
Career Wave provides:
Final Words
The AAI
ATC Common Cadre exam is a golden opportunity for aspirants seeking a stable
PSU career without technical subjects.
✔ No
interview
✔ Transparent selection
✔ Reputed organization (AAI)
✔ Long-term job security
✈️ Prepare
with clarity, consistency, and confidence—prepare with Career Wave.
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