HAL Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 120 DT & MT Posts
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a Maharatna CPSE under the Ministry of Defence, has released Advertisement No. HAL/CHRC-TM/RECT-02/2026 for the recruitment of 120 Design Trainees (DTs) and Management Trainees (MTs). Eligible engineering graduates can submit their online applications on or before 14 August 2026 (2:00 PM).
| Name of Organization | Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) |
| Advertisement No. | HAL/CHRC-TM/RECT-02/2026 |
| Name of Posts | Design Trainee (DT) & Management Trainee (MT) |
| Total Vacancies | 120 Posts (DT: 60, MT: 60) |
| Required Qualification | Full-Time Regular Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Technology |
| Pay Scale / Stipend | Stipend ₹50,000/- during training; Pay Scale ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 on absorption |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹500/- (Exempted for SC/ST/PwBD/Internal) |
| Application Start Date | 29 July 2026 (2:00 PM) |
| Application Last Date | 14 August 2026 (2:00 PM) |
HAL Design Trainee & Management Trainee Recruitment 2026
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has officially invited applications from young and result-oriented engineering graduates for engagement as Design Trainees (DTs) and Management Trainees (MTs) under Advertisement No. HAL/CHRC-TM/RECT-02/2026.
The online registration portal opened on 29 July 2026 and will remain active until 14 August 2026 up to 14:00 hrs. Selected candidates will undergo a 52-week training programme and, upon successful completion, will be absorbed as Engineers in Grade-II Scale across HAL’s Production Divisions, R&D Centres, and Offices across India.
HAL Vacancy Breakup by Discipline
A total of 120 vacancies (inclusive of 12 backlog vacancies) are divided equally between Design Trainees and Management Trainees as detailed below:
1. Post Name: Design Trainee (60 Vacancies)
| Discipline | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aeronautical | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Electrical | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| Electronics | 3 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 20 |
| Instrumentation | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Mechanical | 2 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 9 | 22 |
| Computer Science | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Metallurgy | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 8 | 6 | 17 | 6 | 23 | 60 |
2. Post Name: Management Trainee (60 Vacancies)
| Discipline | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 11 |
| Electronics | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 12 |
| Mechanical | 5 | 4 | 8 | 3 | 7 | 27 |
| Computer Science | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Metallurgy | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Production | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Civil | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Total | 10 | 7 | 17 | 6 | 20 | 60 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Educational Qualification: Regular / Full-Time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Technology or its equivalent from recognized Universities/Institutions in India under the 10+2+4 or 10+3+3 (lateral entry) pattern in the notified eligible branches. Integrated 5-year B.E./B.Tech degree holders are also eligible.
Minimum Aggregate Percentage of Marks:
| Post Name | UR / OBC-NCL / EWS Candidates | SC / ST / PwBD Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Design Trainee (all disciplines) | 70% | 60% |
| Management Trainee (all disciplines) | 70% | 60% |
Age Limit & Relaxations
The upper age limit is 28 years as on 14 August 2026 for Unreserved (UR) and EWS category candidates. Category relaxations apply as per Government rules:
- SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years relaxation (Up to 33 years)
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 3 Years relaxation (Up to 31 years)
- PwBD Candidates: 10 Years relaxation (over and above SC/ST/OBC-NCL relaxation)
- J&K Domicile (1980–1989): 5 Years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers: Up to 5 years relaxation
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC (NCL) / EWS Candidates | ₹500/- (inclusive of GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Internal HAL Candidates | Nil (Exempted) |
Payment can be deposited online through SBIePAY using Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI options.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection procedure comprises an All-India Online Computer-Based Selection Test followed by a Personal Interview at Bengaluru.
Exam Pattern (Duration: 2.5 Hours / 150 Minutes):
| Part | Section | No. of MCQs |
|---|---|---|
| Part – I | General Awareness | 20 Questions |
| Part – II | English & Reasoning | 40 Questions |
| Part – III | Concerned Engineering Discipline | 100 Questions |
| Total | 160 Questions | |
Interview Shortlisting & Final Weightage: Candidates will be shortlisted for interview in the ratio of 1:5 based on online test merit. The final merit list will be prepared assigning 85% weightage to the Online Test and 15% weightage to the Personal Interview. Candidates must secure at least 50% marks in both the test and interview to qualify.
Stipend, Service Bond & Emoluments
- Training Stipend: During 52 weeks of training, trainees receive a Basic Pay of ₹50,000/-, Variable Dearness Allowance, Canteen Allowance, and Bachelor Accommodation.
- Pay Scale on Absorption: Absorbed as Engineers in Grade-II scale of ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000/- along with Cafeteria perquisites, HRA, PRP, Provident Fund, and Gratuity.
- Service Agreement Bond: Selected candidates must execute a 5-year service bond (excluding training period). In case of breach, candidates are liable to reimburse actual training expenses up to a maximum of ₹15,00,000/-.
How to Apply for HAL Trainee Recruitment 2026?
Applications are accepted online only through the official HAL careers portal. Follow these steps to register:
- Visit the official website of HAL at www.hal-india.co.in and open the ‘Careers’ section.
- Click on the link “SELECTION OF DESIGN TRAINEE / MANAGEMENT TRAINEE – 2026”.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number to receive an OTP.
- Enter eligibility details and upload a recent passport-size photograph (.jpg format under 180 KB).
- Fill out personal and educational qualification details carefully.
- Pay the application fee of ₹500/- online via payment gateway (if applicable).
- Verify all information, submit the form, and download the Application Confirmation page for future reference.
| Advertisement Release Date | 29 July 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Online Application Start Date | 29 July 2026 (1400 hrs) |
| Online Application Last Date | 14 August 2026 (1400 hrs) |
| Admit Card Download Date | 20 August 2026 |
| Online Selection Test Date | 05 and 06 September 2026 |
| Declaration of Online Test Results | 10 September 2026 |
| Personal Interview at Bengaluru | 21 to 25 September 2026 |
| Release of Final Merit List | 30 September 2026 |
| Commencement of Training | 29 October 2026 |
Important Links of HAL Recruitment 2026
| Online Application Portal | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Free Online Tools | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |