Air Traffic Controller (AAI JE-ATC) — Step-by-Step Roadmap
Your journey, phase by phase
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Phase 1 · School years Class 12 with Physics and Maths PCM keeps both eligible degree routes open.
- The degree AAI asks for must include Physics and Mathematics, so Class 12 Science (PCM) is the natural route.
- Commerce and Arts students are not eligible, because the degree needs both subjects.
- Start working on clear spoken and written English — AAI tests it later.
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Phase 2 · Undergraduate Earn an eligible degree A full-time B.Sc with Physics and Maths, or a full-time B.E./B.Tech in any discipline.
- Option 1: a full-time 3-year B.Sc with Physics and Mathematics.
- Option 2: a full-time B.E./B.Tech in any discipline, with Physics and Mathematics in any semester.
- A B.Sc Chemistry counts only if Physics and Mathematics are also subjects in it.
- Mode
- Full-time, regular
- English
- At least 10+2 level
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Phase 3 · When AAI notifies AAI JE (ATC) online exam A computer-based test with general aptitude, English and technical (Physics & Maths) parts.
- AAI recruits through its own online exam — GATE is not needed.
- The test has general aptitude, English and technical (Physics & Maths) sections; the notification states which part decides merit.
- Age limits and relaxations are set in the current AAI recruitment notice.
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Phase 4 · After the exam Voice test, medical and checks Clear speech for radio work, then medical, psychoactive substance test, psychological assessment and background check.
- The voice test checks clear, confident speech and English — essential for radio communication.
- Documents are verified after the voice test.
- Medical fitness, a psychoactive substance test, a psychological assessment and a background check follow, to AAI standards.
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Phase 5 · After appointment Training, licence and career AAI training, an ATC licence and ratings for each control unit, then posting.
- After AAI training, controllers are licensed and rated for each control unit they work.
- Pay: the E-1 scale of ₹40,000–1,40,000 stated in AAI notices, plus DA, HRA/perks and allowances, with PSU medical, leave and retirement benefits.
- Growth path: Junior Executive → Manager → Senior Manager → AGM → DGM → GM (ATM).
- Employer
- Airports Authority of India
- Pay scale
- ₹40,000–1,40,000 (E-1)
Verify on the official source
Exam dates, fees, paper patterns and eligibility rules are revised by the regulator from time to time. Treat this roadmap as your map, and confirm the current rules on the official site before you register or pay any fee.