The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited – Barrackpore Division has officially released the HAL Barrackpore Apprentice Recruitment 2026 which includes a year of apprenticeship training according to the Apprentices Act 1961. There are a total of 62 positions in the Technician-Graduate and General Stream categories for the 2025-2026 year. This recruitment includes the walk-in process for the document verification – the walk-in process will be held from 28 to 30 January 2026 – and the selection process is completely merit-based. Candidates need to meet all the eligibility criteria for the recruitment and must register themselves on the HAL Apprentice website. This article provides all the details including important dates- selection process- application process- vacancy distribution and important links.
Key Summary:-
| points | Details |
|---|---|
| Organizing Body | Hindustan Aeronautics Limited HAL – Barrackpore Division |
| Advertisement No. | HR/TRG/2026/01/03 |
| Act Under | Apprentices Act- 1961 |
| Training Duration | One Year from 2026 to 2027 |
| Total Number of Vacancies | 62 |
| Application Mode | Walk-In for Document Verification |
| Selection Basis | Merit based on No Written Test or Interview |
| NATS Registration | Mandatory |
| Result Declaration | Declared |
Eligibility Conditions:-
Candidates must meet specific requirements regarding age/education and training status in order to be considered for the HAL Barrackpore Apprentice Recruitment 2026:0->
Age Requirements
The minimum age of the aspirant should be less than 18 years and the maximum age should not be more in age than 26 years . The age relaxations are given to apply for SC/ST or OBC-NCL and PwBD candidates according to the Government of India norms.
Academic background
Aspirants must have a regular full-time diploma or degree in the relevant field from an authorised board or university – Only the aspirants who passed in 2021/2022/2023/2024 or 2025 are qualified for it
Other Conditions:
- Applicants must not be currently enrolled in another apprenticeship program under NATS.
- One or more years of work experience of one year or more is not permitted for eligibility.
- Citizens of India are eligible to apply for it no one else.
Vacancy distribution through Stream:-
Technician Apprentice with a Diploma:-
| Branch | Number Of Position |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 30 |
| Electronics/Electronics and Telecommunication | 05 |
| Computer Science/IT/Computer Science Tech. | 20 |
| Electrical Engineering | 06 |
| Civil Engineering | 04 |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 03 |
| Total | 50 |
Graduate Apprentices in the Mainstream:
| Branch | Position |
|---|---|
| B.Com | 01 |
| B.Sc./B.C.A | 02 |
Steps to Apply:-
Eligible candidates must attend a walk-in for document verification at HAL Barrackpore on the specific dates and follow the structured steps that are given below for applying online:-
Step 1: Register on the NATS 2.0 portal {https://nats.education.gov.in} and get your registration number.
Step 2: Share all the photocopies and original documents that are mentioned in the notification.
Step 3: Arrive at the HAL Barrackpore location at 9:00 AM on the given date with everything that is required.
Walk-In planner:-
| Apprentice Category | Walk-In Date {Reporting Time: 9:00 AM} |
|---|---|
| Technician – Diploma Apprentices | 28/January/2026 |
| General Stream Graduate Apprentices | 29/January/2026 |
| Engineering Graduate Apprentices | 30/January/2026 |
Documents needed for checking:
Originals to Verify:-
The following original document is required of applicants: an SSC/10th certificate and an Aadhaar card (valid ID) {Age proof} – Birth Certificate {if the 10th certificate does not have the DOB} All semester mark sheets; a conversion certificate; and a final or provisional degree or diploma certificate {CGPA to percentage if applicable} – OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate {where necessary} – Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) and PwBD Certificate {if applicable}
Photocopies to Submit:-
Students must bring One set of all documents that are listed above Three passport-size photographs and a Copy of NATS registration details
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Does HAL Barrackpore Apprentice 2026 have an application fee?
Answer: – NO – There is no application fee charged with the hiring process. The verification of walk-in documents is free.
2. How are the aspirants chosen for this apprenticeship?
Answer: – The qualifying exam scores are used to determine selection which is solely based on merit. There isn’t an in-person interview or written exam.
3. Is it necessary to register for NATS before entering?
Answer: – Yes – in order to attend the walk-in for document verification you must register on the NATS 2.0 portal.
Important Links:
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Check Notification PDF |
| NATS 2.0 Registration Portal | https://nats.education.gov.in |