HAL Management Trainee & Design Trainee Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 120 Posts
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released the HAL Management Trainee (MT) & Design Trainee (DT) Recruitment 2026 Notification for 120 vacancies. The recruitment is being conducted for Engineering graduates across various disciplines.
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 29 July 2026 (2:00 PM) to 14 August 2026 (2:00 PM) through the official HAL website.
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HAL Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Advertisement Number | HAL/CHRC-TM/RECT-02/2026 |
| Post Name | Management Trainee (MT) & Design Trainee (DT) |
| Total Vacancies | 120 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Category | PSU Jobs |
| Official Website | https://hal-india.co.in |
| Official Notification | Download |
Important Dates
HAL DT/MT  Recruitment 2026 Tentative Schedule
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Advertisement & Online Application Format | 29.07.2026 (Wednesday) |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications | 14.08.2026 (1400 hrs) |
| Downloading of Admit Cards | 20.08.2026 |
| Online Test | 05.09.2026 & 06.09.2026 (as applicable) |
| Declaration of Online Test Results | 10.09.2026 |
| Downloading of Interview Call Letters | 12.09.2026 |
| Interviews at Bengaluru | 21.09.2026 to 25.09.2026 |
| Release of Provisionally Selected Candidates List | 30.09.2026 |
| Issuance/Downloading of Provisional Offer | 06.10.2026 |
| Pre-Employment Medical Examination | 09.10.2026 to 15.10.2026 |
| Pre-Induction Training Document Verification (Bengaluru) | 26.10.2026 to 28.10.2026 |
| Commencement of Induction Training (Bengaluru) | 29.10.2026 (Thursday) |
Vacancy Details
HAL has announced a total of 120 vacancies.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Design Trainee (DT) | 60 |
| Management Trainee (MT) | 60 |
| Total | 120 |
Discipline-wise Posts
Recruitment is expected for engineering disciplines such as:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Aeronautical Engineering
- Computer Science Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
The exact discipline-wise vacancy distribution is available in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- Full-time B.E./B.Tech Degree in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized University/Institute.
- Minimum qualifying marks as prescribed in the official notification.
- Final-year students who do not possess the required qualification by the cut-off date are not eligible.
Age Limit
As on 14 August 2026
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age Relaxation
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- PwBD: As per Government Rules
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government Rules
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 (expected as per official notification) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
Payment Mode
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- UPI
- Net Banking
- Other Online Payment Modes
Note: Candidates should verify the exact application fee from the official notification before making payment.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary under HAL rules.
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Approximate Basic Pay | ₹40,000 to ₹1,40,000 (E1 Grade) |
| Expected In-Hand Salary | ₹68,000 to ₹78,000 per month |
Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Performance Related Pay (PRP)
- Medical Facilities
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Provident Fund
- Gratuity
- National Pension Benefits
- Leave Encashment
- Career Progression Opportunities
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Online Written Test
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Expected Exam Pattern
Online Written Test
- General Awareness
- English Language
- Reasoning Ability
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Technical Subject (Relevant Engineering Discipline)
Candidates shortlisted in the written examination will be called for the interview.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready:
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- B.E./B.Tech Marksheets
- Degree Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Government Photo ID
- Experience Certificate (if required)
How to Apply Online for HAL Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official HAL website.
- Open the Careers section.
- Click on HAL MT & DT Recruitment 2026.
- Complete the online registration.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the application form for future reference.
Why Join HAL?
HAL is one of India’s leading aerospace and defence companies. Employees enjoy:
- Maharatna PSU Career
- Excellent Salary Package
- Job Security
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Exposure to Advanced Aerospace Technologies
- Medical Benefits
- Pension & Retirement Benefits
- Work-Life Balance
- Opportunity to contribute to India’s defence and aerospace sector
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| What is the Advertisement Number for HAL Recruitment 2026? |
|---|
| Advertisement No. HAL/CHRC-TM/RECT-02/2026. |
| How many vacancies are available? |
| HAL has announced 120 vacancies, including 60 Design Trainee and 60 Management Trainee posts. |
| What is the last date to apply? |
| The last date to submit the online application is 14 August 2026 (2:00 PM). |
| What is the educational qualification? |
| Candidates must possess a full-time B.E./B.Tech degree in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized university. |
| What is the expected in-hand salary? |
| The expected in-hand salary ranges from ₹68,000 to ₹78,000 per month, depending on allowances and deductions. |
| What is the selection process? |
| The selection process includes an Online Written Test, Personal Interview, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. |
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