Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Barrackpore Division, has made an official announcement for hiring apprentices for the year 2026–27 under the Apprentices Act, 1961. This job is open to engineering graduates, diploma holders, and general-stream graduates who desire to work for a well-known Government of India organisation and gain real-world experience.
HAL is a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise that the Ministry of Defence owns. It is one of the best aerospace companies in India. The purpose of the one-year apprenticeship programme is to give people real-world experience in a professional context.
HAL Barrackpore Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Posts and Vacancies
There are 62 open apprenticeship seats in several areas:
1. Technician (Diploma) Apprentices – 50 Posts
Some of the subjects of study are civil, computer science/IT, instrumentation engineering, mechanical, electronics, and electrical engineering. Candidates must possess a diploma in the appropriate field from a recognised State Board of Technical Education.
2. Engineering Graduate Apprentices – 9 Posts
Some of the fields of study are mechanical, electronics, electrical, computer science/IT, and instrumentation engineering. Applicants must have a B.E./B. Tech degree from an accredited university in the field they intend to work in.
3. General Stream Graduate Apprentices – 3 Posts
You can apply if you have a B.Com. B.Sc., or BCA degree from a university that is well-known.
Eligibility Criteria for HAL Barrackpore Apprentice Recruitment 2026
- Candidates must have completed their degree or diploma between 2021 and 2025.
- You can only take normal, full-time classes.
- You cannot apply if you have already registered with NATS or completed your apprenticeship programme.
- People who have worked for at least a year can’t apply.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 26 years, as of December 31, 2025.
Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, and PwBD candidates as per government rules.
Selection Process
When you choose, the only thing that will matter is the grades you got on the qualifying exam.
There won’t be an interview or a written test.
Stipend
Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend as prescribed under the Apprentices Act, 1961, and its amendments.
Walk-In Dates and Venue
Eligible candidates must attend the walk-in selection as per the schedule:
- Diploma Apprentices: 28 January 2026
- General Graduate Apprentices: 29 January 2026
- Engineering Graduate Apprentices: 30 January 2026
Venue:
Training Auditorium,
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Barrackpore
9, Topkhana Road, Barrackpore,
North 24 Parganas, Kolkata – 700120
