HAL Opens 150 Junior Executive Posts: Apply by October 17, 2026
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has officially released its recruitment notification for Junior Executive positions on October 7, 2026. The organisation is hiring 150 candidates on a short-term contractual basis for up to 3 years. This is a significant opportunity for engineering graduates across multiple disciplines to join one of India’s premier aerospace and defence companies.
The online application window opened on October 7, 2026, at 14:00 hours. Candidates interested in applying must submit their applications by October 17, 2026, before 14:00 hours. All applications will be accepted exclusively through the official HAL website at hal-india.co.in. No other mode of application will be accepted for this recruitment drive.
Key Recruitment Details for HAL Junior Executive 2026
The HAL Junior Executive Recruitment 2026 notification carries advertisement number HAL/CHRC-TAR/RECT-03/2026. Selected candidates will be engaged on a fixed-term basis for up to 3 years. The initial basic pay is Rs. 30,000 per month, with the pay scale ranging from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1,20,000 in the E0 grade. In addition to basic salary, candidates will receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Cafeteria Allowance, and Medical Insurance benefits.
The recruitment process involves multiple stages. Shortlisting will be done based on engineering degree marks at a ratio of 1:10. Shortlisted candidates will then appear for a personal interview. Following the interview, selected candidates must undergo document verification and medical examination before final confirmation.
Vacancy Distribution Across Engineering Branches
HAL has distributed the 150 vacancies across nine engineering specialisations. Mechanical Engineering has the highest number of openings with 78 posts. Electrical Engineering follows with 25 vacancies, while Electronics Engineering offers 21 positions. Civil Engineering has 7 openings, and Computer Science has 6 posts available.
The remaining branches have fewer vacancies. Production Engineering offers 6 posts, Metallurgy has 3 positions, and both Aeronautical and Chemical Engineering have 2 vacancies each. Candidates must apply only for the branch that matches their engineering degree qualification.
Eligibility Requirements for HAL Junior Executive Posts
Candidates must hold a regular full-time Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology (B.E./B.Tech) from a recognised institution. The degree must be in the relevant engineering branch for which they are applying. For example, candidates applying for Mechanical positions must have a B.Tech in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering.
Minimum marks requirements vary by category. Unreserved (UR), Other Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL), and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates must have secured at least 60% aggregate marks in their B.E./B.Tech degree. Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates need a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
Age eligibility is strictly defined. The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 28 years as on October 17, 2026. Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories as per HAL’s official rules. Candidates should verify their eligibility against these criteria before applying.
Branch-Wise Specialisation Requirements
Each branch has specific educational qualification requirements. Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering graduates can apply for the Aeronautical position. Chemical Engineering degree holders are eligible for the Chemical branch. Civil Engineering graduates can apply for the Civil Engineering post.
Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Cyber Security graduates are eligible for the Computer Science position. Electrical, Electrical & Electronics (EEE), and Instrumentation Engineering graduates can apply for the Electrical branch. Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), and Telecommunication Engineering graduates are eligible for the Electronics post.
Mechanical, Mechatronics, and Automation Engineering graduates can apply for the Mechanical position. Metallurgy and Materials Engineering graduates are eligible for the Metallurgy branch. Production, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering graduates can apply for the Production Engineering post.
Application Fee and Payment Details
The application fee is Rs. 500 (inclusive of 18% Goods and Services Tax) for UR, OBC, and EWS candidates. No application fee is required from SC, ST, and PwBD candidates. Candidates must pay the fee during the online application process if applicable to their category.
How to Apply for HAL Junior Executive Recruitment 2026
Candidates must visit the official HAL website at hal-india.co.in to apply. The detailed recruitment notification PDF is available on the website for reference. Candidates should carefully read the complete notification before submitting their applications.
The application process is entirely online. Candidates need to fill in their personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information through the online portal. They must upload scanned copies of relevant documents as per the notification requirements. After completing the application form, candidates must submit it before the deadline of October 17, 2026, at 14:00 hours.
Candidates applying for HAL Junior Executive Recruitment 2026 should ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying. The selection process is merit-based, and only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews. This is an excellent opportunity for engineering graduates to work with HAL on a short-term contractual basis while gaining valuable professional experience in the aerospace and defence sector.
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