AIESL Trainee Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Recruitment 2026

1. Important Dates & Schedule

Applicants must strictly adhere to the tight deadline for submitting the online Google form application.

2. Post Name & Vacancy Details

The number of vacancies is tentative and may vary depending upon the Company requirements.

3. Qualification, Experience & Age Limit

Only current AIESL serving employees who meet the strict DGCA criteria as of 1st May 2026 are eligible to apply.

A. Educational & Licensing Qualifications

• Candidates must have passed all B1 or B2 Modules of DGCA knowledge examinations.
• OR Hold a B1 DGCA License or B2 DGCA License within AIESL capability.
• Preference will be given to candidates holding an RT License.

B. Experience Requirement

• A minimum aviation experience of 05 years (current practical maintenance experience on operating aircraft as prescribed under CAR 66).
• Out of these 5 years, at least 2 years must be in the services of AIESL.

C. Age Limit & Reservations

• The upper age limit is 52 Years as on 01st May 2026.
• Age relaxations and reservations for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Ex-servicemen will be applicable as per Government guidelines.

4. Selection Procedure & Salary Protection

• Committee Assessment: A constituted committee will assess the eligibility criteria to select suitable candidates.
• Salary Protection: Selected candidates will be designated as Trainee-AME. Their existing pay will be strictly protected during the training period.
• Current Duties: Candidates will continue to perform their existing duties in their present cadre until they acquire the DGCA License (or equivalent) and are officially absorbed.
• Reversion Policy: If a candidate fails to acquire the requisite qualification within 4 years of joining as Trainee AME and being offered a type course, they will be reverted to their previous position, and the Bond Amount will be fully recovered.

5. Training Period & Indemnity Bonds

A. Training Period

B. Bond Amount & Strict Enforcement

• Indemnity Bond: Selected candidates must execute an indemnity bond of Rs. 5,00,000/- (Rupees Five Lakhs only).
• Service Requirement: The bond commits the employee to serve the Company for a minimum period of 05 years from the date of joining or until superannuation/retirement, whichever is earlier.
• No Pro-Rata Relaxation: The bond is strictly enforceable for the entire 5-year period. No partial waiver or proportional deduction will be allowed for premature resignation.
• Additional Bond: Trainees nominated for Type Training must execute a separate Type Training Bond prior to commencement, as per Company policy.

6. Placement & Career Progression

• Posting: Trainees may be placed at any AIESL station during training. Post-license endorsement, they can be posted at any base based on company requirements.
• Group Allocation: Allocation to Group A or Group B will only happen after all mandatory trainings are complete, depending on performance and vacancies.
• Career Progression: Candidates will be placed in the appropriate grade upon acquiring the license. Their employment status (Permanent/FTE) and parent vertical (AIESL/ AIX/ AASL) will remain entirely unchanged.

7. How to Apply Online

Eligible serving employees of AIESL must submit their applications exclusively via the provided Google Form. Candidates who applied against previous notifications must apply afresh.

1. Ensure you meet all qualifications, experience, and age limits as of 01st May 2026.
2. Click on the official Google Form link: https://forms.gle/P3KpXSsJGJ4dYNh59.
3. Fill in all the required details accurately.
4. Submit the form before the absolute deadline: 17:00 hours on 26th May 2026 (Tuesday).
5. Applications received late will be summarily rejected without any reference.