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HAL Management & Design Trainee Recruitment 2026 — 120 Engineering Executive Vacancies

Advt No: HAL/CHRC-TM/RECT-02/2026

The online application window closed on 14 August 2026.

This recruitment has progressed to the examination and preparation phase. Explore the official exam pattern, syllabus, and practice papers below.

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Total Vacancies

120 Posts

Eligibility

B TECH BE

Salary Range

50,000 - ₹1,60,000

Last Date to Apply

14 August 2026

About this Recruitment

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a premier Navratna Central Public Sector Undertaking in defence aerospace, has released notification Advt No. HAL/CHRC-TM/RECT-02/2026 for recruitment of 120 executive positions comprising 60 Design Trainees (DT) and 60 Management Trainees (MT-Technical). Engineering graduates (B.E./B.Tech with min 65% marks for UR/OBC and 55% for SC/ST) can apply online on hal-india.co.in between July 29 and August 14, 2026 (14:00 hrs).

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • HAL Management & Design Trainee Recruitment 2026 for 120 permanent executive positions.
  • Stream distribution: 60 Design Trainees (DT) and 60 Management Trainees (MT-Technical).
  • Executive pay scale: ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 upon absorption (CTC approx ₹16-18 Lakhs/annum).
  • Eligibility: Full-time regular B.E./B.Tech in Aeronautical, Mech, Elec, ECE, Prod, Metallurgy, or CS.
  • All-India Computer Based Test (CBT) scheduled on September 10, 2026.

Important Dates

1

Notification Released

25 July 2026

2

Application Start Date

29 July 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

14 August 2026

4

Exam Date

10 September 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Design Trainee (DT) — Aeronautical, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics60 B TECH BE
Management Trainee (Technical - MT) — Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Production, Metallurgy, Computer Science60 B TECH BE

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

28 Years

* Age calculated as on 14 August 2026

Age Relaxations:

SC / ST: +5 Years
OBC-NCL: +3 Years
PwBD: +10 Years
Ex-Servicemen: +5 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 14 August 2026)

Educational Eligibility: B TECH BE
Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: Stipend during 52 weeks training: ₹50,000 per month basic + Dearness Allowance + Canteen Allowance. Upon absorption as Engineer (Grade-II), regular executive pay scale of ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 plus IDA, Perks (35%), PRP, HRA, Medical and EPF.

Official Pay Scale

₹50,000 - ₹1,60,000 / month

Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Basic Pay50,000
Dearness Allowance (DA)Not Applicable (Fixed Stipend)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)Not Applicable
Standard Deductions
NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNil / No Deductions
Gross Salary₹50,000 - ₹1,60,000 / month

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹50,000 - ₹1,60,000 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes
Total Marks: 100
Negative Marking: 0.25 or 0.33 marks deducted per incorrect answer (as per notice)
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2525
General Awareness & Current Affairs2525
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability2525
English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject2525

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

General Awareness & Static GK

Indian Polity & ConstitutionHistory & CultureGeography & EnvironmentGeneral Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)National & International Current Affairs

General Intelligence & Reasoning

AnalogiesClassificationSeries CompletionCoding-DecodingBlood RelationsDirection SenseNon-Verbal Reasoning

Quantitative Aptitude

Number SystemPercentage & AverageRatio & ProportionProfit & LossSimple & Compound InterestTime, Speed & DistanceMensuration
Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

1

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://www.hal-india.co.in

2

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: HAL/CHRC-TM/RECT-02/2026) to confirm eligibility criteria.

3

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

4

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

5

Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

6

Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white/light background, taken within 3 months

Scanned Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black/blue ink on white paper

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets

100 KB to 300 KB, clearly readable PDF/JPG format

Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

100 KB to 300 KB, valid PDF format issued by competent authority

Physical Standards & Efficiency

Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Mandatory physical measurements and endurance criteria as prescribed in the official notification.

Category & GenderHeight (Min)Chest (Min / Exp)Running / RaceOther Events
Male (General / OBC / SC)
168 cm (Relaxation applicable for reserved categories)
81 cm - 86 cm (Minimum 5 cm expansion)
5 km in 24 minutes / 1.6 km in 6.5 minutes
Long Jump: 12 Feet, High Jump: 3.5 Feet (if applicable)
Male (ST Category)
160 cm
77 cm - 82 cm (5 cm expansion)
5 km in 24 minutes / 1.6 km in 6.5 minutes
Long Jump: 12 Feet, High Jump: 3.5 Feet (if applicable)
Female (All Categories)
152 cm - 157 cm
Not Applicable
1.6 km in 8.5 minutes / 800 meters in 4 minutes
Long Jump: 9 Feet, High Jump: 3 Feet (if applicable)

Application Fee

General / OBC-NCL / EWS Candidates₹500
SC / ST / PwBD / Internal CandidatesFree

Payment Modes: Online Payment via Credit/Debit Card, UPI, Net Banking

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: All-India Online Computer-Based Selection Test (Part-I: 20 MCQs General Awareness, Part-II: 40 MCQs English/Reasoning, Part-III: 100 MCQs Domain Discipline)
2
Stage 2: Personal Interview by Expert Technical Board at HAL Corporate Office Bengaluru (85% Online Test + 15% Interview Weightage)
3
Stage 3: Original Document Verification (DV) & Degree Credential Verification
4
Stage 4: Pre-Employment Comprehensive Medical Fitness Examination in HAL Hospitals

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total number of vacancies in HAL MT & DT Recruitment 2026?

A total of 120 vacancies are announced: 60 Design Trainees (DT) and 60 Management Trainees (MT-Technical) across various HAL production and R&D divisions.

Can a candidate apply for both Management Trainee and Design Trainee posts?

No, candidates can apply for only one post (either MT or DT). Submitting applications for both posts will result in outright rejection and forfeiture of the application fee.

What are the educational qualifications and minimum percentage required?

Candidates must possess a regular, full-time Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Technology (B.E./B.Tech) in relevant branches with minimum 65% aggregate marks for UR/EWS/OBC-NCL and minimum 55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

What is the salary and pay scale for HAL Trainees?

During the 52-week training period, trainees receive ₹50,000 basic stipend plus DA. On absorption as Engineer in Grade-II, the pay scale is ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 with approximate annual CTC of ₹16 to 18 Lakhs.

What is the age limit and cut-off date for HAL recruitment?

As of August 14, 2026, the upper age limit is 28 years for UR/EWS. Age relaxations of 3 years for OBC-NCL, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD apply.

What is the structure of the HAL Online Selection Test?

The Computer Based Test (CBT) consists of 160 multiple-choice questions (Part-I: 20 General Awareness, Part-II: 40 English & Reasoning, Part-III: 100 Discipline Engineering) of 2.5 hours duration with no negative marking.

What is the application fee for HAL MT/DT recruitment?

The application fee is ₹500 for General, OBC-NCL, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, and internal candidates are completely exempt from fee payment.

What is the application deadline for HAL 2026?

The online registration portal closes on August 14, 2026 at 14:00 hrs (2:00 PM).

Salary Range

50,000 - ₹1,60,000

Total Vacancies

120 Posts

Last Date to Apply

14 August 2026

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