Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a premier Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt No. HAL/CHRC-TM/RECT-02/2026) for the positions of Design Trainee (DT) and Management Trainee (MT).
A total of 120 vacancies are available for engineering graduates across multiple disciplines. The online application process began on July 29, 2026, and candidates can submit their applications online until August 14, 2026.
Recruitment Highlights
Parameter
Details
Recruiting Organization
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
Advertisement No.
HAL/CHRC-TM/RECT-02/2026
Post Names
Design Trainee (DT) & Management Trainee (MT)
Total Vacancies
120 (60 Design Trainee + 60 Management Trainee)
Job Category
Central PSU / Defence Sector Jobs
Job Location
Across India (Bengaluru, Nashik, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Kanpur, etc.)
HAL has announced 60 vacancies for Design Trainee and 60 vacancies for Management Trainee across major engineering branches:
1. Design Trainee (DT) – 60 Posts
Aeronautical Engineering: 04 posts
Mechanical Engineering: 22 posts
Electrical Engineering: 07 posts
Electronics Engineering: 20 posts
Instrumentation Engineering: 03 posts
Computer Science Engineering: 03 posts
Metallurgy Engineering: 01 post
2. Management Trainee (MT) – 60 Posts
Mechanical Engineering: 27 posts
Electrical Engineering: 11 posts
Electronics Engineering: 12 posts
Production Engineering: 05 posts
Civil Engineering: 02 posts
Metallurgy Engineering: 02 posts
Computer Science Engineering: 01 post
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
Degree: Full-time regular B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc. (Engineering) degree from a recognized University or AICTE-approved institution in the relevant discipline.
SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: Minimum 60% aggregate marks.
Final Year Students: Candidates currently in their final year/semester of engineering are also eligible to apply, provided they fulfill the aggregate percentage requirement.
2. Age Limit (As on August 14, 2026)
General / EWS: Maximum 28 years
Upper Age Relaxations:
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years (up to 31 years)
SC / ST Candidates: 5 years (up to 33 years)
PwBD Candidates: 10 to 15 years relaxation
Compensation & Career Progression
52-Week Training Period: Selected candidates will undergo 52 weeks of structured training. During training, trainees will receive a stipend with a basic pay of ₹50,000 per month plus Variable Dearness Allowance and Canteen Allowance.
Upon Absorption: On successful completion of training, candidates will be absorbed as Engineers in Grade-II in the pay scale of ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 along with DA, HRA, Performance Related Pay (PRP), medical benefits, and PF.
Application Fee Details
SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: Exempted (No Fee)
General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹500/-
Selection Process
The selection process consists of two competitive stages:
Online Computer-Based Test (CBT): Covers General Awareness (20 questions), English & Reasoning (40 questions), and Discipline-Specific Technical Knowledge (100 questions).
Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates based on CBT scores will be called for a personal interview.
How to Apply Online for HAL Recruitment 2026
Visit Official Website: Go to hal-india.co.in and navigate to the Careers section.
Register: Create an account using a valid email address and active mobile number.
Fill Application Form: Enter personal details, academic qualifications, category, and preferred job discipline. Note that candidates can apply for only one post (DT or MT).
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and educational certificates.
