AIESL CEO HCIL Recruitment 2026

About This Job

AI Assets Holding Limited (AIAHL) is hiring a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for its subsidiary Hotel Corporation of India Limited (HCIL). If you hold an MBA or PG Diploma in Hotel Management with 20 years of managerial experience in the hospitality or aviation sector, you can apply by post. The fixed gross salary is Rs. 2.60 lakh per month plus a 10% special allowance. The last date to reach the application is 9 June 2026 (5:00 PM). The notification is hosted on the AIESL careers portal.

AIAHL / AIESL CEO HCIL Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

AI Assets Holding Limited (AIAHL) has released an advertisement for the post of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Hotel Corporation of India Limited (HCIL), posted at New Delhi. HCIL was incorporated under the Indian Companies Act, 1956 and runs hotel services in Delhi along with inflight catering units at Delhi and Mumbai under the brand Chefair. The CEO will report to CMD, AIAHL & Chairman Group of Companies, and will be overall responsible for the company's performance including Chefair. The contract is for 3 years, extendable by 2 more years based on performance, or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.

Who Can Apply?

• Educational Qualification: MBA OR an equivalent Post Graduate Management Degree/Diploma OR a Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Hotel Management.
• Total Experience: At least 20 years of managerial experience, of which 5 years must be at senior managerial level (not more than two levels below CEO / Head of the institute) in the hospitality sector, preferably in aviation.
• For Central/State/PSE candidates: You must be working at the level of E-7 or above.
• For Private Sector candidates: You should be working not more than 2 levels below CEO in a chain of hotels or airlines with a minimum average annual turnover of Rs. 60 crore in the last 3 financial years (2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25).
• You need a certificate from your current employer confirming your level.

Age Limit

• For PSU candidates (working or worked): Not more than 62 years as on the date of notification
• For Private Sector candidates: Not more than 57 years as on the date of notification
• Contract is for 3 years, extendable by 2 years based on performance, or up to age 65, whichever is earlier

Salary

• Fixed Gross Emoluments: Rs. 2,60,000 per month
• Special Allowance: 10% of fixed gross (Rs. 26,000 per month)
• Total monthly pay: Rs. 2,86,000
• Posting location: New Delhi

Application Fee

• All categories: No application fee (no fee details mentioned in the notification)

Selection Process

Selection is interview-only with no written exam:

1. Screening of applications: The committee will screen applications to identify candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.
2. Personal interview: Shortlisted candidates who prima facie meet the eligibility criteria will be called for a personal interview.

The final selection is at the sole discretion of the management. Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate.

How to Apply

1. Download the advertisement and the application format from any of these official websites: www.aiahl.in, www.centaurhotels.com, www.allianceair.in, www.aiesl.in or www.aiasl.in.
2. Fill in the application form along with relevant photocopies of qualification, age and experience documents.
3. Attach a write-up of not more than 400 words in support of your candidature.
4. Send the complete application by Post / Speed Post / Courier in an envelope super-scribed "Post Applied for CEO - Hotel Corporation of India Ltd".
5. Send to: Manager (Personnel & Admin), AI Assets Holding Limited (AIAHL), Room no. 204, 2nd Floor, AI Administration Building, Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi-110003.
6. The application must reach by 5:00 PM on 9 June 2026. Incomplete or late applications will be rejected.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 26 May 2026
• Last Date for Application to Reach: 9 June 2026 (5:00 PM)
• Interview Date: To be announced for shortlisted candidates

• Lead the overall performance and growth of Hotel Corporation of India Limited (HCIL) including the Chefair inflight catering units at Delhi and Mumbai
• Set and execute the company's strategic direction in line with global hospitality and aviation best practices
• Report directly to CMD, AI Assets Holding Limited (AIAHL) and Chairman, Group of Companies
• Drive sustainability, profitability and operational excellence of hotel and flight catering services
• Build and lead a high-performance senior management team across HCIL operations
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders including airline customers, regulatory bodies and the parent group
• Ensure regulatory compliance, governance and risk management across all HCIL business units