Aai GATE Cutoff 2026: Latest Scores, Branch-Wise Trends & Recruitment Schedule
General category candidates for AAI Junior Executive (Civil Engineering) saw a cutoff of 783 in the 2026 recruitment, while for Electrical Engineering, it was 689. The AAI GATE Cutoff 2026 is the minimum qualifying GATE score required for selection to various Junior Executive posts, with these latest results reflecting scores from GATE 2023, 2024, and 2025 examinations. This year’s cutoffs show a slight variation compared to previous recruitment cycles, influenced by factors such as the number of vacancies and overall applicant performance.
AAI GATE Cutoff 2026: Notification, Application & Exam Date Schedule
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) recruitment through GATE for Junior Executive posts in 2026 considered scores from GATE 2023, 2024, and 2025. The GATE 2026 examination itself was conducted in February, with results announced in March.
| Event | Date (2026 unless specified) |
|---|---|
| AAI Recruitment Notification Release (for 2026 JE posts using GATE 2025 scores) | August 2025 |
| AAI Recruitment Application Start (for 2026 JE posts using GATE 2025 scores) | August 28, 2025 |
| AAI Recruitment Application Close (for 2026 JE posts using GATE 2025 scores) | September 27, 2025 |
| GATE 2026 Admit Card Release | January 13 |
| GATE 2026 Exam Date | February 7, 8, 14, 15 |
| GATE 2026 Result Announcement | March 19 |
| AAI Junior Executive Result 2026 Announcement (based on GATE scores) | January 20-22 |
AAI GATE 2026 Category-wise Cutoff: Civil & Electrical Engineering
The category-wise cutoff scores for AAI Junior Executive posts in Civil and Electrical Engineering for the 2026 recruitment, based on GATE scores, are detailed below.
| Branch | Category | Cutoff Score (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | General (UR) | 783 |
| Civil Engineering | EWS | 708 |
| Civil Engineering | OBC (NCL) | 738 |
| Civil Engineering | SC | 639 |
| Civil Engineering | ST | 673 |
| Electrical Engineering | General (UR) | 689 |
| Electrical Engineering | EWS | 586 |
| Electrical Engineering | OBC (NCL) | 641 |
| Electrical Engineering | SC | 573 |
| Electrical Engineering | ST | 523 |
AAI GATE Cutoff Trends: Closing Scores 2022 vs 2025 vs 2026 for Electrical Engineering
Analyzing the AAI GATE cutoff trends for Electrical Engineering reveals year-on-year variations in qualifying scores across different categories.
| Category | Cutoff Score (2022) | Cutoff Score (2025) | Cutoff Score (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 785 | 766 | 689 |
| EWS | 750 | 657 | 586 |
| OBC (NCL) | 760 | 731 | 641 |
| SC | 664 | 626 | 573 |
| ST | 673 | 630 | 523 |
FAQs
Q: When was the AAI GATE Cutoff 2026 released?
A: The AAI Junior Executive Result 2026, which includes the cutoffs based on GATE scores, was released between January 20-22, 2026.
Q: Which GATE scores are considered for AAI Junior Executive recruitment?
A: For the 2026 AAI Junior Executive recruitment, GATE scores from 2023, 2024, and 2025 examinations were considered.
Q: What is the AAI GATE Cutoff for Civil Engineering General category in 2026?
A: The AAI GATE Cutoff for the General category in Civil Engineering for 2026 recruitment was 783.
Q: How does the AAI GATE Cutoff for Electrical Engineering (General) in 2026 compare to previous years?
A: The AAI GATE Cutoff for Electrical Engineering (General) in 2026 was 689, which shows a decrease compared to 766 in 2025 and 785 in 2022.
Q: What is the selection process for AAI Junior Executive posts through GATE?
A: The selection process involves shortlisting candidates based on their valid GATE scores, followed by an application verification process.
Q: Are there separate cutoffs for different categories in AAI GATE recruitment?
A: Yes, AAI releases separate category-wise cutoffs for General, EWS, OBC (NCL), SC, and ST candidates for Junior Executive posts.
