IGI Aviation Services Recruitment 2025: Airport Ground Staff & Loader – Complete Guide

IGI Aviation Services, a leading provider of aviation and airport services in India, has officially announced its recruitment drive for Airport Ground Staff and Loader positions across various locations. This recruitment drive provides an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a career in the aviation industry with competitive pay and career growth. Interested candidates can apply online before the closing date. Below is a detailed overview of the recruitment, eligibility criteria, selection process, examination pattern, and application process.

Important Dates

Application Fee

• Airport Ground Staff: ₹350
• Airport Loader: ₹250
• Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS): Same fee applies
• Important Note: Fees once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Vacancy Details

The recruitment includes two major positions:

1. Airport Ground Staff

• Educational Qualification: Must have passed 12th grade or an equivalent exam from a recognized board.
• Age Limit: 18–30 years.
• Salary: ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 per month.
• Number of Seats: 1,017
• Eligibility: Both males and females; freshers can also apply.
• Special Note: Candidates with ITI/10th + ITI are also eligible.

Nature of Work:
Airport Ground Staff will primarily handle passenger check-in, ticket reservation, boarding procedures, and other terminal operations. The job requires ensuring passenger and airline satisfaction, maintaining a professional demeanor, and adhering to airport operational protocols. The job includes three shifts, including night shifts, with weekly offs rotating among employees. Career growth is performance-based.

2. Airport Loader

• Educational Qualification: 10th pass from a recognized board.
• Age Limit: 20–40 years.
• Salary: ₹15,000 – ₹25,000 per month.
• Number of Seats: 429
• Eligibility: Only male candidates.

Nature of Work:
Airport Loaders are responsible for baggage and cargo handling, including loading/unloading from aircraft and trolleys. They may also assist in cabin cleaning, aircraft maintenance, and workshop operations under the supervision of technicians. Additional responsibilities include providing wheelchair assistance to passengers. The role requires working in three shifts, including nights, with weekly offs on a rotating schedule. Career progression depends on performance.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Requirements

1. Airport Ground Staff:
   • Candidates must have completed 12th standard or equivalent from a recognized board.
   • ITI certification or vocational training in the relevant field is acceptable.
   • Both male and female candidates are eligible.
2. Airport Loader:
   • Candidates must have passed the 10th standard or equivalent from a recognized board.
   • Only male candidates are eligible.

Important Notes:

• No aviation or airline certificate/diploma is required.
• Age relaxation is not applicable for any category.
• Candidates are allowed to apply for both positions if they fulfill the required criteria.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of two stages for Airport Ground Staff and a single stage for Airport Loaders:

1. Written Examination

• Mode: Objective-type multiple-choice questions
• Total Marks: 100
• Exam Duration: 90 minutes
• Question Distribution:
  • General Awareness: 25 marks
  • Aptitude & Reasoning: 25 marks
  • English Knowledge: 25 marks (not applicable for Loaders)
  • Aviation Knowledge: 25 marks

Detailed Syllabus:

A. General Awareness

• Current events of national and international importance
• Games and sports
• Art, culture, and literature of India
• Indian monuments and heritage sites
• General science and life science (up to 10th grade)
• Indian history and freedom struggle
• Physical, social, and economic geography
• Indian polity, governance, and constitution
• Scientific and technological developments, including space and nuclear programs
• Knowledge of UN and other international organizations
• Environmental issues, computers, common abbreviations, and important public sector organizations

B. Aptitude & Reasoning

• Alpha-numeric series, coding and decoding, analogy
• Following directions, similarities and differences
• Problem-solving, analysis, non-verbal reasoning
• Age calculation, calendar, and clock
• Number system, percentages, ratio and proportion, averages
• Time and work, time and distance, partnership, profit and loss

C. English Knowledge

• Grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, synonyms and antonyms
• Comprehension and paragraph-based questions (only for Airport Ground Staff)

D. Aviation Knowledge

• Basics of Indian aviation
• Airport names and codes
• Civil aviation procedures
• Terminologies used in airport operations
• Knowledge of international airports

Exam Guidelines:

• Bilingual: English & Hindi
• No negative marking
• Candidates must carefully select their exam centre; no changes allowed post-registration
• Fees: ₹350 for Ground Staff, ₹250 for Loader (non-refundable)

2. Personal Interview (Only for Airport Ground Staff)

• Applicants who clear the written exam will be called for a personal interview.
• The interview will be conducted at the company’s registered office.
• The interview carries 30% weightage in the final selection.
• It will be conducted in Hindi and English.
• Loaders are selected based on written examination only.

General Instructions

• Ensure that all information, including email, phone number, and photograph, is correct before submission.
• Submit the application well before the closing date to avoid server issues or last-minute glitches.
• Only candidates meeting the age, qualification, and other criteria will be considered.
• Training is mandatory for selected candidates, with a nominal training fee applicable after qualifying for the exam and interview.
• Travel or daily allowance will not be provided for attending the written exam or interview.

Career Growth & Work Environment

Airport Ground Staff:

• Exposure to multiple airport operations and airline procedures
• Opportunities for promotions based on performance
• Work involves interaction with passengers and airline staff, enhancing soft skills
• Shifts include morning, evening, and night schedules with rotational weekly offs

Airport Loader:

• Hands-on experience with cargo and baggage handling
• Exposure to aircraft maintenance support and ground operations
• Career growth opportunities through performance-based promotions
• Work shifts include morning, evening, and night rotations with weekly offs

Both positions provide a structured career path and competitive salary, making them attractive opportunities for candidates seeking a long-term career in aviation services.