HAL Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Apply Offline
HAL Apprentices Recruitment 2026 Apply Offline
Introduction
About
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is a premier Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. HAL plays a vital role in the design, development, manufacture, and maintenance of aircraft, helicopters, engines, and aerospace systems for India’s defence and civil aviation needs.
Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | ITI & Vocational (10+2) Apprentices |
| Training Type | Apprenticeship (1 Year) |
| Qualification | ITI / 12th (Vocational) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 Years |
| Stipend | As per Apprenticeship Act, 1961 |
| Application Mode | Offline (Post / Courier) |
| Last Date | 30 January 2026 |
| Official Website | www.hal-india.co.in |
HAL Apprentices Notification 2026
Eligibility Criteria
ITI Trade Apprentices
- Passed 10th class or equivalent.
- Completed prescribed full-time ITI training (1 or 2 years) under NCVT or SCVT.
- ITI pass-out year must be 2023, 2024, or 2025.
- Must possess ITI pass certificate at the time of application.
- Appearing / result awaited / back paper candidates are not eligible.
Vocational (10+2) Apprentices
- Passed Intermediate (12th) with relevant Vocational Trade.
- Pass-out year must be 2023, 2024, or 2025.
General Conditions
- Candidates who have already completed or are pursuing Apprenticeship Training are not eligible.
- Students of COE (Centre of Excellence) courses are not eligible.
- Only Indian Nationals can apply.
Age Limit (as on 31 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 27 years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC (NCL) – 3 years
- PWD – 10 years (in respective category)
Salary / Stipend
Selected apprentices will be paid stipend strictly as per the provisions of the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 and rules framed thereunder.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 10 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 30 January 2026 |
Selection Process
- Selection will be purely merit-based.
- Merit will be calculated as:
- 70% weightage – High School (10th) marks
- 30% weightage – ITI marks / Vocational subject marks
- For CGPA results, percentage conversion as certified by the board will be used.
- No rounding-off of marks is allowed.
General Instructions
- Reservation applicable as per Government of India and HAL rules.
- EWS certificate must be issued on or after 01-04-2025.
- OBC (NCL) certificate must be issued on or after 01-04-2023.
- ITI candidates must be registered on apprenticeshipindia.gov.in.
- Vocational candidates must be registered with RDSDE, Kanpur.
- Training duration is one year.
- No TA/DA will be paid.
- HAL reserves the right to cancel the recruitment at any stage.
How to Apply
- Download the application form:
- Form-A: ITI Trades
- Form-B: Vocational Trades
- Fill the form carefully (do not fill both forms).
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents.
- Send the application by Post / Speed Post / Courier to:The Chief Manager,
Technical Training Institute,
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited,
Transport Aircraft Division,
Post Office – Chakeri,
Kanpur Nagar – 208008
Important Links
Preparation Tips
- Revise ITI trade fundamentals thoroughly.
- Strengthen basic mathematics and measurements.
- Focus on workshop safety rules.
- Revise Class 10 science concepts.
- Practice electrical/mechanical diagrams.
- Understand basic aerospace manufacturing processes.
- Maintain accuracy in percentage calculation.
- Prepare documents neatly and correctly.
- Follow HAL official updates regularly.
- Maintain discipline and technical clarity.
Recommended Books
- ITI Trade Theory Books – NCVT Curriculum
- Workshop Technology – B.S. Raghuwanshi
- Basic Electrical Engineering – V.K. Mehta
- Mechanical Engineering Basics – R.S. Khurmi
- NCERT Science (Class 9–10)
FAQs – HAL Apprentices Recruitment 2026
Q1: What is the last date to apply for the Apprentices 2026?
A: 30 January 2026.
Q2: Is the application online?
A: No, the application is strictly offline.
Q3: Who can apply?
A: ITI pass and 12th vocational candidates from 2023–2025.
Q4: What is the age limit?
A: 18 to 27 years.
Q5: Is there an exam?
A: No, selection is merit-based.
Q6: Is stipend provided?
A: Yes, as per Apprenticeship Act, 1961.
Q7: Can final-year students apply?
A: No.
Q8: What is training duration?
A: One year.
Q9: Is registration on apprenticeship portal mandatory?
A: Yes, for ITI candidates.
Q10: Where can I get the application form?
A: From the official HAL website.
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