HAL Recruitment 2026: 150 Junior Executive (Short Term Basis) – Apply Online @ hal-india.co.in

About HAL

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is a Maharatna Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, and a premier aerospace and defence company. HAL has over eight decades of experience in the design, development, manufacture, maintenance, repair, overhaul and upgrade of aircraft, helicopters, aero-engines, accessories, avionics and systems. The company operates with 20 Divisions and 10 Research & Development Centres across seven states and ten geographical locations in India. HAL's major customers include the Indian Air Force, Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Coast Guard, and it is a key partner in ISRO's space programmes.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

HAL has notified 150 vacancies for Junior Executive on Short Term Basis across nine engineering disciplines. The discipline-wise breakup is as follows:

Note: Personnel engaged on Short Term Basis are inducted in the E0 Pay Scale (2017) of DPE (Rs. 30,000 – 1,20,000). Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and Cafeteria Allowance (35% of Basic) are payable in addition to the basic pay.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must hold a Regular / Full Time Degree in Engineering / Technology from Universities / Institutes recognized by appropriate statutory authorities in India, under the 10+2+4 system (10+3+3 for lateral entry).
• Aeronautical: Aerospace, Aeronautical
• Civil: Civil Engineering
• Computer Science: Computer Science, Computer Engg., CS & IT, Information Technology, Information Science & Technology, Computer Systems Engg., Information Systems, Information Science & Engg., Software Engg., Computer Technology, CS & Engg., CS & Engg. (AI), CS & Engg. (AI & ML), CS & Engg. (Cyber Security), Computer & Communication Engg., Computer Networking
• Chemical: Chemical Engineering
• 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.)
• Production: 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. and Operations Research
• Mechanical: Mechanical, Mechanical & Industrial Engg., Mechanical & Production Engg., Mechatronics Engg., Mechanical and Automation Engg.
• Metallurgy: Metallurgy, Materials & Metallurgy, Metallurgy & Materials Engg., Metallurgy & Materials Technology, Metallurgy & Material Science

Minimum Aggregate Marks

The total maximum marks and total marks obtained for all semesters/years will be summed to calculate the aggregate percentage, with no rounding off and no weightage to any particular semester or year.

Age Limit

Age is reckoned as on 17 October 2026 (last date for receipt of applications). Only Regular/Full Time qualifications are accepted. Correspondence, Distance Education, Part Time and E-Learning qualifications are not eligible.

Application Fee

Fee is payable online through SBI Collect (payment account: 'HAL CHRC RECRUITMENT 2026-27') via credit card, Internet Banking, UPI or other modes. Fee once deposited is non-refundable. An application without the requisite fee will be summarily rejected.

Salary & Benefits

Important: This is a Short Term engagement of maximum 3 years. It does not confer any right to claim the status of regular executives. The engagement is temporary and will automatically cease after 3 years without extension.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of aggregate marks scored in the qualifying course/examination, in order of merit, in the ratio of 1:10 (maximum) to the number of vacancies in each discipline and category.
• Interview: Shortlisted candidates are assessed by a Selection Committee through Interview. The date, time and venue will be communicated via email. Candidates must secure at least 50% marks in the Interview to qualify (relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD as per rules).
• Document Verification: All original certificates must be produced at Document Verification prior to the Interview. Government/PSU-employed candidates must produce an NOC.
• Merit Calculation: Unreserved candidates of each discipline, along with SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates who do not avail relaxation, are grouped together, arranged in descending order of merit and called in the ratio of 1:10. Remaining category candidates are regrouped and called in their respective category ratio of 1:10. In case of equal marks, the elder/senior candidate is considered first.
• Pre-Employment Medical: Provisionally selected candidates must undergo a Pre-employment Medical Examination before joining. The Company Doctor's decision is final and binding.
• No Written Test: There is no written test. Selection is based on shortlisting through qualifying examination marks followed by Interview.

Tenure & Nature of Engagement

• Selected candidates will be engaged for a maximum period of 3 years from the date of engagement. The tenure ends automatically after 3 years without extension.
• The engagement can be terminated by either party with one month's notice or payment of Basic + DA in lieu of notice.
• An Undertaking will be obtained at joining that the engagement is temporary and will automatically cease after 3 years.
• Candidates may be transferred or posted to any HAL division/office/base based on organizational requirements. Requests for change of posting will not be entertained after joining.
• The Short Term Engagement does not confer any right to claim the status of regular executives of the Company.

How to Apply

1. Visit www.hal-india.co.in and navigate to the Careers section.
2. Click on "Engagement of Junior Executives on Short Term Basis-2026" to start registration.
3. Fill in Eligibility Details accurately (these cannot be edited once submitted). A unique Application Number is generated on submission.
4. Complete the Personal, Qualification and other details. Details can be edited before final submission.
5. SC/ST/PwBD: Registration is completed on the application confirmation page after step 4.
6. UR/OBC-NCL/EWS: Pay the Rs. 500 application fee online via SBI Collect after submitting details. Payment validation may take 48–72 hours; re-visit the application page after validation to download the final submitted Application Form.

Instructions for Applicants

• Apply for only ONE Engineering Discipline. Multiple applications for different disciplines will be summarily rejected.
• An application once submitted cannot be altered. Cross-check all details before final submission.
• Category filled in the online form will not be changed later.
• A valid e-mail ID and mobile number must remain active till completion of the selection process.
• Complete fee payment and submission well before the closing date and time to avoid website failures.

Required Documents for Interview / Document Verification

• Original B.E./B.Tech. Degree / Provisional Certificate and all Consolidated Mark Sheets
• Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• OBC-NCL Certificate in prescribed format, not older than 6 months as on 17.10.2026 (if applicable)
• Income & Asset Certificate for financial year 2026-2027 (for EWS candidates)
• Valid SC/ST Certificate in prescribed format (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate from Competent Authority for PwBD candidates with 40% or more disability
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if applicable)
• Conversion Certificate for CGPA/letter grade candidates
• Two passport-size colour photographs and Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for HAL Junior Executive Recruitment 2026?

The online application for HAL Junior Executive on Short Term Basis (Advt. No. HAL/CHRC-TAR/RECT-03/2026) opens on 07 October 2026 at 14:00 hrs and closes on 17 October 2026 at 14:00 hrs. Applications received after the specified time on the last date will not be considered.

What is the application fee for HAL Junior Executive Recruitment?

The application fee is Rs. 500 (inclusive of 18% GST) for UR, OBC-NCL and EWS candidates. SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted from payment. The fee is payable online through SBI Collect and is non-refundable once deposited.

How to apply for HAL Junior Executive on Short Term Basis?

Candidates must apply online only through the Careers section of www.hal-india.co.in. Click on "Engagement of Junior Executives on Short Term Basis-2026", register, fill in eligibility, personal and qualification details, and pay the fee (UR/OBC-NCL/EWS only) through SBI Collect. Applications through any other mode will not be accepted.

What is the salary for HAL Junior Executive on Short Term Basis?

Personnel are inducted in the E0 Pay Scale (2017) of DPE with a Basic Pay of Rs. 30,000 per month. In addition, Dearness Allowance (revised quarterly), House Rent Allowance (as per city classification), and Cafeteria Allowance (35% of Basic Pay, i.e., Rs. 10,500) are payable. A 3% annual increment on Basic Pay is admissible in the second and third year.

Is HAL Junior Executive a permanent government job?

No. This is a Short Term contractual engagement for a maximum period of 3 years from the date of engagement. The engagement is temporary in nature, will automatically cease after 3 years without extension, and does not confer any right to claim the status of regular executives. Either party can terminate the engagement with one month's notice or payment of Basic + DA in lieu of notice.

What is the selection process for HAL Junior Executive 2026?

The selection is through Interview only – there is no written test. Candidates are first shortlisted based on aggregate marks in their qualifying degree (in the ratio of 1:10 to vacancies per discipline and category), followed by an Interview. Candidates must secure at least 50% marks in the Interview to qualify (relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD). The interview is tentatively scheduled for November 2026. Shortlisting will be hosted on the HAL website and intimation sent via email.

What are the eligibility qualifications for HAL Junior Executive Recruitment?

Candidates must hold a Regular / Full Time B.E./B.Tech. degree in one of the nine eligible engineering disciplines (Aeronautical, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Metallurgy, Production) from a recognized university. The minimum aggregate marks required are 60% for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS and 50% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates. The upper age limit is 28 years as on 17 October 2026 for UR/EWS (with category relaxations). Correspondence/distance education qualifications are not eligible.

Where will HAL Junior Executive candidates be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted across HAL's Production, Overhaul and Service Divisions, Research & Development Centres and Offices located at Bengaluru, Tumakuru (Karnataka), Hyderabad (Telangana), Nasik (Maharashtra), Koraput (Odisha), Barrackpore (West Bengal), Lucknow, Kanpur, and Korwa (Uttar Pradesh). Posting will be based on organizational requirements, and requests for change of posting will not be entertained after joining.