Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, has announced its 2026 apprenticeship engagement for the Barrackpore Division. This recruitment drive is aimed at fresh graduates and diploma holders seeking one-year practical training in the aeronautical industry. With 62 vacancies available, HAL is conducting a direct walk-in selection process, making it a fast-track opportunity for eligible Indian nationals to gain experience in a premier aerospace organization.

✅ Key Details and Application Roadmap

The following table summarizes the essential information for the HAL Barrackpore Apprenticeship 2026:

✅ Selection Methodology

HAL Barrackpore follows a streamlined, merit-oriented selection process. Unlike standard recruitments, there is no written examination or personal interview for these positions:

❖ Stage I: Merit Ranking: Candidates are ranked based on the aggregate percentage of marks obtained in their respective qualifying examinations (Degree or Diploma).

❖ Stage II: Walk-in Document Verification: Selection is finalized during the walk-in days. Candidates must report at the venue with their original certificates. Any discrepancy between the marks claimed and the original mark sheets results in immediate disqualification.

❖ Stage III: NATS Validation: It is mandatory for candidates to be registered on the NATS 2.0 portal. The apprenticeship contract is only generated after successful validation of the NATS registration number.

❖ Final Medical Fitness: Selected candidates must undergo a medical examination to ensure they meet the physical standards required for training in a technical environment.

✅ How to Attend the Walk-in

The selection is conducted through a physical walk-in process at the Barrackpore division. No online application form is required other than NATS registration.

✵ Step 1: NATS Registration: Before attending, register on the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal at nats.education.gov.in and keep your 16-digit Enrollment ID ready.

✵ Step 2: Check Your Date: Reporting time for all dates is 09:00 AM.

• January 28, 2026: Technician (Diploma) Apprentices.

• January 29, 2026: General Stream Graduate Apprentices (B.Com/B.Sc/BCA).

• January 30, 2026: Engineering Graduate Apprentices (B.E/B.Tech).

  ✵ Step 3: Venue: Report to the Training Auditorium, HAL Barrackpore, 9 Topkhana Road, Kolkata - 700120.

  ✵ Step 4: Documents to Carry: Bring original and self-attested copies of:

• Aadhaar Card.

• 10th/SSLC Mark sheet (for Age Proof).

• Degree/Diploma All Semester Mark sheets & Passing Certificate.

• Caste/EWS Certificate (if applicable).

• 3 Recent Passport size photographs.