AAI Cargo Logistics and Allied Services Company Limited (AAICLAS)
Last Date: 08.06.2026

AAI Cargo Logistics and Allied Services Company Limited (AAICLAS) has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 for the engagement of 158 Security Screeners (Fresher) on a Fixed Term Contract basis across six airports. Applications open on May 18, 2026, and the window closes on June 8, 2026. This is a BCAS-regulated role involving cargo and hold baggage screening, and it comes with a structured training and certification pathway before full pay kicks in.

Before diving into the details, here's a quick overview:

AAICLAS Security Screener Fresher Recruitment 2026: Complete details

AAICLAS, the fully owned cargo subsidiary of the Airports Authority of India, occupies a specific and growing niche in India's civil aviation ecosystem. Unlike AAI itself, which manages airport infrastructure, AAICLAS focuses entirely on air cargo logistics and ground handling operations. The organization has been steadily expanding its footprint at tier-2 and tier-3 airports as India's cargo volumes climb post-pandemic, and this batch of 158 Security Screeners reflects that expansion directly.

Security Screeners at AAICLAS are not general security guards. They are BCAS-certified professionals trained to operate X-ray equipment for cargo and in-line hold baggage screening, a technically specialized function governed by civil aviation security regulations. The certification process is mandatory, time-bound, and determines whether a fresher's contract continues at all. That makes this recruitment materially different from most entry-level government or PSU security roles.

What is worth noting for context: AAICLAS has run similar fresher screener drives in previous years, and the applicant pool at this level tends to be significant. The 60% graduation minimum filters out a portion of applicants, but with eligibility open to any discipline, the effective pool remains wide. Candidates applying purely on the basis of the PSU brand name without understanding the training commitment and contractual structure often find themselves underprepared for what this engagement actually involves.

Vacancy Details

The 158 posts are distributed across six airports. The notification does not provide a category-wise breakup (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) for any of the six locations, which is unusual. Candidates should watch the AAICLAS website for any corrigendum that adds this detail.

Patna leads with 37 vacancies, followed by Udaipur with 34. Together these two locations account for nearly 45 percent of all posts. Candidates applying to Patna or Udaipur may face comparatively higher absolute numbers but also benefit from the larger seat count. Trichy and Calicut, both in the south, carry 28 and 17 posts respectively. Dehradun and Calicut have the fewest seats at 17 each, which typically means the competition per seat is tighter.

One critical constraint the notification makes explicit: each candidate can apply to only one location. If you are applying to Calicut or Dehradun, you are competing for 17 seats with everyone else who made the same choice. There is no second-preference option. That decision deserves real thought before the form is submitted.

Application Fee

Payment is accepted through net banking, credit cards, debit cards, UPI, and wallet. Bank charges and transaction taxes are additional and borne by the candidate. The fee is non-refundable under all circumstances, including if the application is rejected at the scrutiny stage or if the recruitment is later cancelled. Candidates should factor this in before paying, especially if they are uncertain about their eligibility.

Age Limit

The upper age limit is 27 years as on May 1, 2026. This means candidates born on or after May 2, 1999 are eligible. SC and ST candidates get a 5-year relaxation, making their effective ceiling 32 years. OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates get 3 years, putting their limit at 30. Ex-servicemen are also eligible for a 5-year relaxation.

A 27-year cap for a fresher-level role is on the tighter side, particularly because this role requires no prior experience. The minimum age is not specified in the notification. Date of birth will be accepted only as recorded in the Matriculation or Secondary Examination certificate. No other document will be considered for age proof, and no corrections will be entertained after application.

Educational Qualification

A full graduation degree from a recognized university is required, with minimum 60% marks for General, OBC, and EWS candidates and 55% marks for SC and ST candidates. The degree can be in any discipline, which keeps the door open to a broad applicant base.

One procedural detail that matters: when filling the online form, the graduation percentage must be entered in numeric form only (e.g., 60, 75, 82). CGPA, letter grades, or any other format will not be accepted. Candidates who have CGPA-based transcripts must convert to percentage using their university's official formula before filling the form.

Candidates must also be able to read and speak English and Hindi, and should be conversant with the local language of the posting station. This is listed as an essential qualification, not a preference.

Selection Process

The selection process here works differently from a conventional written-exam-based recruitment, and that distinction matters. AAICLAS will shortlist candidates based on their graduation percentage, calling higher scorers first in a phased manner. There is no written examination.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interaction, which the notification refers to as an interview. The date and venue of this interaction will be communicated exclusively through the registered email ID. The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of marks secured in the interview, not graduation marks. Graduation percentage determines who gets called first, but the interview score determines final selection.

This means candidates should not assume a high percentage alone secures a seat. The interview is the actual evaluation point. The notification does not specify the format or subject matter of the interview, which is typical for this type of engagement. Based on the nature of the role, candidates should expect questions around situational awareness, basic security protocol awareness, communication ability, and comfort with rotational shift-based work.

One condition that disqualifies an entire category without exception: candidates who were selected under any previous AAICLAS advertisement in the last three years and were terminated due to failure in training or certification examinations cannot apply again.

Salary and Service Conditions

The pay structure here is layered and important to understand before applying.

Freshers join on a stipend of Rs. 15,000 per month. This stipend period covers the entire training and certification phase. Once a candidate successfully clears all BCAS-mandated examinations, the three-year contract officially begins and the pay moves to Rs. 30,000 per month in the first year, Rs. 32,000 in the second, and Rs. 34,000 in the third. These figures are consolidated and inclusive of all allowances.

If a candidate fails the certification in the first attempt, the stipend drops to Rs. 10,000 per month. A second failure terminates the contract entirely. The costs of the second attempt, including travel and accommodation for training, are also borne by the candidate. This is a significant financial and contractual risk that the notification is transparent about but that many applicants overlook when scanning pay figures.

Additional benefits include EPF contribution on a ceiling wage of Rs. 15,000 (i.e., Rs. 1,800 per month from AAICLAS), medical insurance reimbursement up to Rs. 10,000 per year, gratuity as per the Gratuity Act where applicable, and TA/DA at three-tier AC rail fare when deputed on tour. Leave entitlement is 18 privilege leaves, 12 half-pay leaves, 9 casual leaves, and 2 restricted holidays per year. During the stipend period, only one casual leave per month is allowed.

Candidates must also execute a surety bond of Rs. 1,50,000 on a non-judicial stamp paper of Rs. 100 (notarized), committing to complete the three-year contract post-certification. Early resignation triggers recovery of this amount. The notice period for resignation is a minimum of three months. Those who resign without serving notice must deposit three months' salary and forfeit their experience letter.

The job is transferable to any station in India at AAICLAS management's discretion. The notification is explicit: candidates unwilling to serve on an all-India basis should not apply.

Training Structure

The training path is a formal BCAS-regulated sequence, and it is mandatory for all freshers before the contract and full pay begin.

• AVSEC Induction Course: 5 days, at a BCAS-approved Aviation Security Training Institute
• On-the-Job Training at Airport: 3 months of hands-on civil aviation security operations
• AVSEC Basic Course: 14 days, at a BCAS-approved ASTI
• Equipment OJT: 1 month, minimum 40 hours on security screening equipment
• Screener's Pre-Certification Course (RA or ILHBS): 3 days
• Testing and Certification by BCAS: 2 days

The entire training sequence, including fees, travel, and accommodation, is covered by AAICLAS for the first attempt. If the candidate fails and takes a second attempt, all costs shift to the candidate. The contract clock starts only after certification, not from the joining date.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official AAICLAS website at www.aaiclas.aero
2. Navigate to the "Career" section on the homepage
3. Locate Advertisement No. 01 of 2026 and click on the "Apply Now" tab
4. Register with Aadhar Card Number, a valid email ID and an active mobile number that will remain accessible throughout the process
5. Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and category details
6. Enter graduation percentage in numeric form only; do not enter CGPA or letter grades
7. Upload required documents including photograph (max 20 KB) and scanned signature (max 20 KB)
8. Select only one location from the six available; multiple location applications from one candidate will not be accepted
9. Pay the application fee through the available online payment mode
10. Review the complete form before final submission
11. Download and save the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference

Required Documents and Important Instructions

The following documents must be attached with the online application form:

• Matriculation / Higher Secondary Certificate
• Graduation Certificate, Degree, or Provisional Degree Certificate
• Graduation Mark-sheet
• Caste / Category Certificate, if applicable
• Aadhaar Card copy
• One recent passport size colored photograph (max 20 KB)
• Scanned signature (max 20 KB)
• Application fee payment confirmation

Several instructions from the notification that candidates frequently overlook: The email ID entered in the application form cannot be changed at any point after submission, and all communication from AAICLAS, including interview call letters, will be sent only to that registered ID. Check your spam folder regularly after the application window closes. No TA or DA is payable for attending the interaction or any part of the selection process. Candidates currently employed in any government department, PSU, or autonomous body must submit a No Objection Certificate from their present employer at the time of joining. Any candidate found to have submitted false information at any stage will have their engagement terminated, even if the discrepancy is discovered after joining.

There are a few things about this recruitment that the notification data alone does not tell you. Here is what actually matters once the basic eligibility is confirmed:

What the Training-to-Contract Structure Really Means

Most job update coverage treats the Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 34,000 salary figure as the headline number. It should not be. The starting point for every fresher joining AAICLAS is Rs. 15,000 per month as a stipend, and that figure covers however long it takes to complete the full BCAS certification cycle. The training sequence spans roughly five to six months in total before the certification exam. A candidate who clears everything in the first attempt will likely begin drawing full pay around the six-month mark from joining. A candidate who fails once drops to Rs. 10,000 per month and bears full cost of the second attempt independently. That is a materially different financial picture from what the pay table in the notification suggests at first glance.

The Location Decision Is Binding and Consequential

AAICLAS has been explicit across multiple recruitment drives that posting is transferable. A candidate who applies to Udaipur and is selected may, through operational transfer, end up stationed elsewhere. That clause is buried in the general conditions but carries real weight for a three-year commitment. More immediately, the single-location rule means you cannot hedge. Applying to Patna because it has the most seats when you actually want Kolkata means competing for 37 seats instead of 25, and potentially being posted somewhere other than either city anyway. Candidates who have genuine geographic constraints need to think this through carefully, because the bond structure and three-month notice requirement make a mid-contract exit expensive.

Who Is Realistically Competitive Here

The graduation-percentage-based shortlisting model is straightforward in one sense and tricky in another. AAICLAS calls higher scorers first, in phases. This means candidates with 85% or above are likely to be called early, when most of the seats are still available. Candidates with scores near the 60% floor may be called in later phases, when remaining seats at their chosen location are fewer. The interview score builds the final merit list, but getting called early in a phase with more seats open is a structural advantage. Candidates closer to the minimum percentage threshold should not assume the interview stage will be reached automatically.

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❓FAQs

How many vacancies are there in this AAICLAS Security Screener recruitment?
A total of 158 vacancies are notified across six airports: Dehradun (17), Kolkata (25), Patna (37), Trichy (28), Calicut (17), and Udaipur (34). These figures are tentative and may change at AAICLAS management's discretion.

What is the last date to apply?
June 8, 2026 is the deadline for online application submission. The application window opens on May 18, 2026. No offline applications or applications received by post will be accepted.

Who is eligible to apply?
Indian citizens who hold a graduation degree from a recognized university with at least 60% marks (General, OBC, EWS) or 55% marks (SC, ST), and who are 27 years of age or below as on May 1, 2026, are eligible. Candidates must also have working knowledge of English and Hindi.

What is the age limit including relaxations?
The general upper age limit is 27 years as on May 1, 2026. SC and ST candidates get a 5-year relaxation (up to 32 years). OBC Non-Creamy Layer candidates get 3 years (up to 30 years). Ex-servicemen also receive 5 years of relaxation.

What is the qualification required?
A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university is required. The minimum percentage is 60% for General, OBC, and EWS categories, and 55% for SC and ST. CGPA must be converted to percentage before filling the form.

What is the selection process?
Candidates are shortlisted based on graduation percentage, with higher scorers called first in phases. Shortlisted candidates then appear for an interview. The final selection merit list is prepared on the basis of interview marks. There is no written examination.

What will the salary be?
During the training and certification phase, a stipend of Rs. 15,000 per month is paid. After successfully clearing all BCAS certification examinations, the consolidated monthly pay is Rs. 30,000 in the first year, Rs. 32,000 in the second, and Rs. 34,000 in the third. These amounts are inclusive of all allowances.

What is the application fee?
General and OBC candidates pay Rs. 750. SC, ST, EWS, and women candidates pay Rs. 100. Bank charges are additional. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

How do I apply online?
Visit www.aaiclas.aero, go to the Career section, find Advertisement No. 01/2026, and click Apply Now. Complete registration, fill the form, upload documents, and pay the fee online. Only one application per candidate and only one location per candidate is allowed.

What is the official website?
www.aaiclas.aero is the official AAICLAS website. All updates, corrigenda, interview schedules, and results will be published here only. AAICLAS does not communicate through post.

Can I apply to more than one airport location?
No. The notification clearly states that only a single application from each candidate is accepted, and candidates can apply for only one location. There is no provision for a second preference.

What happens if I fail the BCAS certification training?
One failure reduces your stipend from Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 10,000 per month, and all costs for the second training attempt must be borne by the candidate. A second failure results in immediate termination of the fixed term contract with no further notice.

Is there a bond or surety requirement?
Yes. Selected candidates must execute a surety bond of Rs. 1,50,000 on a non-judicial stamp paper of Rs. 100, notarized, before joining. This bond is forfeited if the candidate leaves before completing the three-year post-certification contract.

Concluding Remarks

The most important action right now is straightforward: confirm your graduation percentage, decide on the one location where you genuinely intend to work, and apply before June 8, 2026. Given that AAICLAS communicates exclusively through registered email after the application stage, the email ID you enter in the form is the single most consequential field you will fill. Do not use a shared or infrequently checked address.

Watch www.aaiclas.aero for any corrigendum, particularly around the category-wise vacancy breakup, which this notification has not released. The interaction dates and venue details will also be published there and sent to registered email IDs. No communication will come by post.

Candidates who have previously been selected and terminated from AAICLAS due to training failure in the last three years should note that this notification specifically bars them from applying. That disqualification is checked against AAICLAS's own records and will surface during document verification if not earlier.

This article is based on the official notification and simplified for easy understanding. For the most accurate and updated information, always refer to the official website.