AAI Answer Key 2026: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has completed the Computer Based Test (CBT) for Manager and Junior Executive posts under Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT. The exam was held on 21 and 26 October 2026. The AAI Answer Key 2026 has not been released yet, but it is expected soon on the official website, aai.aero.
In this article, you will find the expected release date, how to download the answer key, how to raise objections, how to calculate your score, and what happens after the answer key.
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AAI Answer Key 2026 – Overview
This recruitment is for 389 vacancies: 260 Manager (Group A) and 129 Junior Executive (Group B) posts across 15 disciplines. Along with the answer key, AAI is expected to share each candidate’s response sheet and open an objection window, so candidates can challenge any answer they think is wrong.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT |
| Posts | Manager (Group A) and Junior Executive (Group B) |
| Total Vacancies | 389 (260 Manager + 129 Junior Executive) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Dates | 21 and 26 October 2026 |
| Answer Key Status | Expected soon |
| Login Details | Registration / Roll Number and Password / Date of Birth |
| Official Website | aai.aero |
AAI Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application | 8 August – 7 September 2026 |
| Admit card released | 14 October 2026 |
| CBT (Day 1) | 21 October 2026 |
| CBT (Day 2) | 26 October 2026 |
| Answer key and response sheet | Expected by the end of October / early November 2026 |
| Objection window | To be notified |
| Result | To be notified |
Post-wise Exam Dates
| Exam Date | Posts |
|---|---|
| 21 October 2026 | Manager (Engineering–Electrical), Manager (Finance), Manager (Architecture), Manager (Law), Manager (Fire Services), Manager (Commercial), Manager (Corporate Communications), Junior Executive (Finance), Junior Executive (Survey & Cartography) |
| 26 October 2026 | Manager (Engineering–Civil), Manager (Information Technology), Manager (Operations), Manager (Corporate Planning & Management Services), Junior Executive (Law), Junior Executive (Operations) |
How to Download the AAI Answer Key 2026
Once AAI releases the answer key, follow these steps:
- Visit the official website, aai.aero.
- Go to the Careers section and open the Recruitment page.
- Find the notice titled “Recruitment of Managers and Junior Executives in Various Disciplines – Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT”.
- Click on the answer key / objection link under it.
- Log in with your registration or roll number and password or date of birth, and enter the captcha.
- Your response sheet will open, showing the questions, your answers and the correct answers.
- Download and save it as a PDF for future reference.
What the Response Sheet Shows
- Your name, roll number and post applied for
- Exam date, shift and centre
- Each question with the options
- The option you chose
- The correct option as per AAI’s provisional key
Tip: Download the response sheet as soon as it is released, because the link usually works only during the objection period.
How to Raise Objections Against the AAI Answer Key
If you think any answer in the provisional key is wrong, you can challenge it online during the objection window.
- Log in through the objection link on aai.aero.
- Select the question you want to challenge.
- Choose the option you believe is correct.
- Add a short explanation and upload supporting proof (such as a page from a standard book or an official source), if asked.
- Pay the objection fee per question, if AAI charges one.
- Submit and save the confirmation.
Important points:
- Objections are accepted only online and only within the deadline.
- AAI’s subject experts will review all objections. Their decision is final.
- If an objection is accepted, the final answer key will be revised and used to prepare the result.
- The objection dates and fee (if any) will be given in AAI’s official notice.
How to Calculate Your Score Using the AAI Answer Key
As per the marking scheme reported for this exam, each correct answer carries 1 mark and there is no negative marking for wrong answers.
| Response | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct answer | +1 |
| Wrong answer | 0 (no negative marking) |
| Not attempted | 0 |
Formula: Total Score = Number of correct answers × 1
Example: If a candidate answered 140 questions and 98 of them match the answer key, the expected score is 98 marks. The 42 wrong answers do not reduce the score.
AAI CBT Exam Pattern 2026 (Key Points)
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online, computer-based, objective type |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Questions and marks | 150 questions for 150 marks, as reported; varies by post |
| Content | Mainly the subject/discipline of the post, plus general sections for some posts |
| Language | English and Hindi (except language-specific papers) |
| Negative marking | None |
Note: AAI uses a post-wise syllabus, so the number of questions and sections may differ between posts. Check your admit card and AAI’s syllabus notice for the exact pattern.
What Happens After the AAI Answer Key?
- Objection review: AAI experts check all objections.
- Final answer key: A revised key is prepared based on accepted objections.
- Result: The CBT result is declared on aai.aero, along with the list of shortlisted candidates.
- Next stage: Shortlisted candidates move to the next round, depending on the post.
Selection Process After the CBT
| Post | Stages After CBT |
|---|---|
| Junior Executive (Group B) | Application / Document Verification → Medical Examination |
| Manager (Group A) | Document Verification → Interview (where applicable) → Medical Examination |
| Manager (Fire Services) | Also includes physical tests, as per the notification |
Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Manager (E-3) | Rs. 60,000 – 1,80,000 |
| Junior Executive (E-1) | Rs. 40,000 – 1,40,000 |
AAI Cut-Off 2026
AAI will decide the cut-off marks separately for each post and category. The cut-off depends on the number of vacancies, the number of candidates, and the difficulty of the paper. Candidates should compare their expected score with previous years’ cut-offs to judge their chances.
FAQs
Has the AAI Answer Key 2026 been released?
Not yet. It is expected soon after the 26 October exam, on aai.aero.
When was the AAI Manager and Junior Executive exam held?
The CBT was held on 21 and 26 October 2026, depending on the post.
Where can I download the AAI answer key?
From the Careers → Recruitment section of aai.aero, under Advertisement No. 12/2026/CHQ/DR-CBT.
What login details are needed?
Your registration or roll number and your password or date of birth.
Is there negative marking in the AAI CBT?
No. Wrong answers do not reduce your score.
How can I challenge the AAI answer key?
Use the online objection link during the objection window, select the question, give the correct answer and supporting proof, and submit.
How many vacancies are there in AAI Recruitment 2026?
389 vacancies: 260 Manager and 129 Junior Executive posts.
What comes after the AAI answer key?
AAI will release the final answer key and the result. Shortlisted candidates will then go through document verification, interview (for some Manager posts) and medical examination.
