Air India Salary Hike: Air India plans to increase the salaries of its employees by the middle of 2026. This major announcement was made recently by the airline.

Air India increased salary.

Air India Salary Hike: Tata Group airline Air India recently announced Tewolde Gebremariam as its new MD and CEO. Just two days later, the airline also presented a gift to its employees, sparking a wave of joy among both airline employees and ground staff. The airline has announced a salary increase for its employees.

Air India's salary increase
: Air India has implemented a new salary policy for its pilots. Under this policy, salaries of pilots in different categories will increase by 8% to 17%. According to reports, commanders will benefit the most, with salaries increasing by 15% to 17%. Senior commanders will receive a 10% increase. Senior first officers and first officers will receive an 8% increase.

Air India has not only increased salaries
but also announced several new benefits. A common seniority system will now be implemented for Air India and Air India Express pilots. This will provide pilots of both airlines with better career growth and more opportunities for promotion. The company has also introduced a separate fleet allowance for pilots flying Boeing 737 aircraft.

Changes in Transfer Policy
Furthermore, the airline has also revised its base transfer policy. Pilots will now have greater flexibility in transferring from one operational base to another. Relocation benefits have also been increased.

The company's sudden salary hike is aimed at retaining pilots long-term and creating adequate staff for rapidly expanding operations. Air India's policy regarding the Boeing 737 is also aimed at encouraging more pilots to fly this aircraft. Although the announcement currently concerns only pilots' salary hikes, it has given ground staff hope that they too will benefit in the future.