HAL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 120 Design Trainee & Management Trainee Posts
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is recruiting 120 Design Trainees and Management Trainees across various engineering disciplines. Eligible candidates with a B.E./B.Tech degree can apply online before August 14, 2026.
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has officially released the detailed advertisement for the selection of Design Trainees (DTs) and Management Trainees (MTs) for 2026 (Advt No.: HAL/CHRC-TM/RECT-02/2026 dated 29.07.2026).
This recruitment drive offers 120 total vacancies across multiple engineering disciplines for posting in HAL’s Production Divisions, Overhaul & Service Divisions, R&D Centres, and Offices across India (Bengaluru, Tumakuru, Hyderabad, Nasik, Koraput, Barrackpore, Lucknow, Kanpur, and Korwa).
Below are all the crucial details, eligibility requirements, selection process, pay scale, and application steps for HAL DT & MT Recruitment 2026.
Important Dates & Tentative Schedule
| Activity | Key Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Advertisement & Online Application | July 29, 2026 (14:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | August 14, 2026 (14:00 Hrs) |
| Downloading of Admit Cards | August 20, 2026 |
| Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) | September 5 & 6, 2026 |
| Declaration of CBT Results | September 10, 2026 |
| Downloading Interview Call Letters | September 12, 2026 |
| Interviews at Bengaluru | September 21 to 25, 2026 |
| Declaration of Provisionally Selected List | September 30, 2026 |
| Issuance of Provisional Offer Letters | October 6, 2026 |
| Pre-employment Medical Examination | October 9 to 15, 2026 |
| Document Verification at Bengaluru | October 26 to 28, 2026 |
| Commencement of Induction Training | October 29, 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown & Discipline Wise Details
A total of 120 vacancies are announced (60 for Design Trainees and 60 for Management Trainees). The category-wise distribution is detailed below:
1. Design Trainee (DT) Vacancies — 60 Posts
| 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 | 1 | 0 | 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 (DT) | 8 | 6 | 17 | 6 | 23 | 60 |
2. Management Trainee (MT) Vacancies — 60 Posts
| 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 (MT) | 10 | 7 | 17 | 6 | 20 | 60 |
Note: Total vacancies include 12 backlog vacancies (SC: 2, ST: 5, OBC-NCL: 5). Reserved PwBD vacancies are earmarked as per GOI directives.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Regular / Full-Time Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Technology (10+2+4 pattern or 10+3+3 for Lateral Entry) from recognized Universities/Institutions. 5-Year Integrated Degree programs in relevant branches are also eligible.
Eligible Engineering Branches per Discipline:
- Aeronautical: Aerospace, Aeronautical
- Electrical: Electrical, Electrical & Electronics, Electrical & Instrumentation, Electrical Instrumentation & Control Engg., Electrical & Power Engg.
- Electronics: Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics Engg. (VLSI Design & Technology), Electronics & Control Systems, Electronics & Communication (Communication System Engg.)
- Instrumentation: Instrumentation & Control, Instrumentation & Electronics, Applied Electronics & Instrumentation, Electronics & Instrumentation
- Mechanical: Mechanical, Mechanical & Industrial Engg., Mechanical & Production Engg., Mechatronics Engg., Mechanical & Automation Engg.
- Computer Science: Computer Science, Computer Engg., Computer Science & IT, Information Technology, Information Science & Technology, Computer Systems Engg., Information Systems, Information Science & Engg., Software Engg., Computer Technology, Computer Science & Engg., CSE (AI), CSE (AI & ML), CSE (Cyber Security), Computer & Communication Engg., Computer Networking
- Metallurgy: Metallurgy, Materials & Metallurgy, Metallurgy & Materials Engg., Metallurgy & Materials Technology, Metallurgy & Material Science
- Production (MT Only): Industrial Production Engg., Production Engg., Industrial Engg. & Production, Mechanical Production & Industrial Engg., Production Engg. & Management, Industrial Engg., Manufacturing Engg., Production & Industrial Engg., Industrial Engg. & Management, Manufacturing Science & Engg., Manufacturing Process & Automation Engg., Mechanical Stream-Production Engg., Industrial Engg. & Operations Research
- Civil (MT Only): Civil Engg.
2. Aggregate Percentage Requirements
Minimum aggregate percentage required across all semesters/years (no rounding off allowed):
| Post Name | UR / OBC-NCL / EWS | SC / ST / PwBD |
|---|---|---|
| Design Trainee (All Disciplines) | 70% | 60% |
| Management Trainee (All Disciplines) | 70% | 60% |
Candidates appearing in their Final Year/Semester are eligible to apply provided they meet the minimum aggregate percentage up to the last semester/year at the time of application.
3. Age Limit & Relaxations (As on 14.08.2026)
- Maximum Age (UR / EWS): 28 Years
- SC / ST Relaxation: Upper age limit relaxable by 5 Years
- OBC-NCL Relaxation: Upper age limit relaxable by 3 Years
- PwBD Relaxation: Relaxable by 10 Years (over and above category relaxation)
- J&K Domicile (1980–1989): Relaxable by 5 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt Rules (Up to 5 years maximum)
- Maximum upper age ceiling after all relaxations is 56 years for PwBDs and 55 years for others.
Application Fee & Payment Mode
- UR / OBC-NCL / EWS Candidates: Rs. 500/- (inclusive of GST, excluding bank convenience charges)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Internal Candidates: Exempted from application fee payment.
- Mode of Payment: Online through SBIePAY payment gateway (Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI).
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process comprises two stages:
- Online Computer Based Selection Test (CBT): All-India basis test.
- Personal Interview: Conducted at Bengaluru for shortlisted candidates in 1:5 ratio per vacancy.
Exam Pattern Details:
- Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes (150 minutes)
- Medium: English or Hindi (chosen at the time of application)
- Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) in 3 Parts:
- Part-I: 20 MCQs on General Awareness
- Part-II: 40 MCQs on English & Reasoning
- Part-III: 100 MCQs on Concerned Engineering Discipline
- Final Weightage: 85% Weightage to CBT Score + 15% Weightage to Personal Interview. Candidates must score at least 50% individually in CBT and Interview to qualify.
Salary Scale, Training & Service Bond
- Training Duration: 52 weeks of structured training across HAL facilities.
- Stipend During Training: Basic Pay of Rs. 50,000/- + Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) + Canteen Allowance + Bachelor Accommodation (or admissible allowances).
- Pay Scale Upon Absorption: Absorbed as Engineer in Grade-II Scale of Pay: Rs. 50,000 - 1,60,000/-.
- Benefits & Perks: Includes Basic Pay, VDA, Perks & Allowances under Cafeteria System, HRA/Accommodation, Performance Related Pay (PRP), Medical, PF, Gratuity, and Superannuation Benefits.
- Service Agreement Bond: Selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the company for 5 years post-training. Breach of bond involves reimbursing actual training expenses up to a maximum of Rs. 15,00,000/- (Rupees Fifteen Lakhs only).
How to Apply for HAL DT & MT Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website at Click Here
- Go to the Careers section and click on “SELECTION OF DESIGN TRAINEE / MANAGEMENT TRAINEE - 2026”.
- Register using a valid Email ID to receive an OTP.
- Fill in eligibility details, upload a recent passport-size photograph (.jpg, less than 180 KB), and generate your Application Number.
- Complete Personal, Address, and Educational Details.
- Make payment of Rs. 500/- via SBIePAY (if applicable).
- Submit the form and print out the Application Confirmation Page for future reference.
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