🔔 Overview - HAL
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has released an official notification for the engagement of Ex-Servicemen on a tenure basis in the Non-Executive cadre for its Helicopter MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) customer bases. The recruitment is for Aircraft Technician (Airframe & Electrical) posts under Scale D-6, with a maximum engagement period of four years.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | HAL Ex-Servicemen Recruitment 2026 |
| Organization | Hindustan Aeronautics Limited |
| Division | LCA Tejas Division, Bangalore Complex |
| Advertisement No. | LCA/HR/EXM/MRO/211/2026 |
| Post Name | Aircraft Technician (Airframe / Electrical) |
| Cadre | Non-Executive |
| Engagement Type | Tenure Basis |
| Tenure Period | Up to 4 Years |
| Job Location | Helicopter MRO Customer Bases |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 February 2026 (05:00 PM) |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 11 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 February 2026 |
| Written Test (Tentative) | 1st / 2nd Week of March 2026 |
| Age & Experience Cut-off | 14 January 2026 |
📊 Vacancy Details
🧾 Post-wise Vacancy
| Post Name | Scale | Vacancies | Division |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft Technician (Airframe) | D-6 | 02 | Helicopter MRO |
| Aircraft Technician (Electrical) | D-6 | 05 | Helicopter MRO |
| Total | 07 Posts |
Vacancies are tentative and may increase or decrease at the discretion of HAL.
📌 Eligibility Criteria
🎓 Educational Qualification
Aircraft Technician (Airframe):
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Regular / Full-time Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (10+3 system)
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Diploma / equivalent qualification awarded by the Indian Air Force / Indian Army / Indian Navy after prescribed training and examination
Aircraft Technician (Electrical):
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Regular / Full-time Diploma in Electrical Engineering (10+3 system)
OR -
Equivalent diploma awarded by the Indian Air Force / Indian Army / Indian Navy
🔴 Candidates possessing higher qualifications than prescribed are not eligible.
🎯 Age Limit (As on 14.01.2026)
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 28 Years |
🔹 Age Relaxation
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SC / ST – 5 Years
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OBC (NCL) – 3 Years
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PwBD – 10 Years (over and above category relaxation)
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J&K Domicile (1980–1989) – 5 Years
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Ex-Servicemen – As per rules
Maximum age after all relaxations:
55 Years (Others) | 56 Years (PwBD)
💰 Pay Scale & Benefits
💵 Remuneration (Scale D-6)
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹23,000 per month |
| Dearness Allowance | As applicable |
| House Rent Allowance | As applicable |
| Perks | 25% of Basic Pay |
| Medical Expenses | ₹1,500 (lump sum) |
➕ Additional Benefits
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Provident Fund (Basic + DA)
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Annual increment @ 3% (subject to performance)
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Monthly & Annual Incentives
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Quarterly Performance Pay
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TA/DA as per rules
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Group Insurance
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Uniform, Leave & Holidays as per HAL norms
📚 Selection Process
📝 Written Examination
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 20 |
| English & Reasoning | 40 |
| Discipline / Trade | 100 |
| Total | 160 Questions |
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Duration: 2½ Hours
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Type: MCQ
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Medium: English
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Negative Marking: ❌ No negative marking
🏆 Final Selection
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Based only on Written Test marks
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Followed by Document Verification
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Medical Examination at HAL Hospital
🧪 Training & Posting
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Induction Training: 8 Weeks
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Tentative Posting Locations:
| Base | Posts |
|---|---|
| PBL – Porbandar | 02 |
| PBL – Ratnagiri | 02 |
| DEGA – Vizag | 01 |
| MRO Hub – Missamari | 01 |
| Mumbai | 01 |
Candidates are liable to be transferred anywhere in HAL as per organizational requirements.
📝 Application Process
🔹 Who Can Apply
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Only candidates sponsored by Rajya / Zilla Sainik Welfare Boards
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Eligible candidates will receive a unique HAL Reference Number via email
🔹 How to Apply
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Visit HAL Careers page
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Click on “Engagement of Ex-Servicemen on Tenure Basis – Helicopter MRO”
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Enter the HAL Reference Number
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Fill the online application form
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Upload photograph & signature
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Submit before 25 February 2026 (5:00 PM)
⚠️ Applications without valid sponsorship will be rejected outright.
📌 Key Instructions for Candidates
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Only one post can be applied for
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No offline / email applications accepted
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Qualification & age will be verified during document verification
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Engagement is purely temporary
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No claim for permanent employment
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Jurisdiction for disputes: Bangalore Courts
✅ Final Note
The HAL Ex-Servicemen Recruitment 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for defence-trained diploma holders to continue serving the nation through India’s premier aerospace PSU. Eligible candidates sponsored by Sainik Welfare Boards should apply promptly and prepare well for the written examination.