HAL Nasik Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - 627 ITI, Engineering Graduate, Diploma & Non-Technical Graduate Posts
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Aircraft Division, Nasik
HAL Aircraft Division, Nasik has released two notifications inviting online applications for 627 apprentice posts - 355 ITI trade apprentices and 272 Engineering Graduate, Diploma, and Non-Technical Graduate apprentices. Applications close on 4 September 2026.
Vacancy Details
| Organization Name | Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Aircraft Division, Nasik |
| Examination Name | HAL Nasik Apprentice Recruitment 2026 (ITI Trade Apprentices & Engineering Graduate/Diploma/Non-Technical Graduate Apprentices) |
| Advertisement No. | HAL/T&D/1614/2026/265 (ITI Apprentices); HAL/T&D/1614/2026-27/264 (Engineering Graduate/Diploma/Non-Technical Graduate Apprentices) |
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| Total Vacancies | 627 Posts |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship / PSU Jobs |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Location | Maharashtra |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Publication of Advertisement | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date of Application (both notifications) | 04 September 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Varies by category - ITI pass in respective trade (NCVT/SCVT), 4-year B.E./B.Tech/B.Pharm degree, 3-year Diploma approved by State Board of Technical Education & AICTE, or 3/4-year non-technical graduate degree (BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BBA)
ITI Trades: Candidates should have passed ITI in the respective trade recognized by an NCVT/SCVT-affiliated institute. Trades under Sr. No. 1–13 (2-year trades) require a 2-year regular ITI course; trades under Sr. No. 14–17 (1-year trades) require a 1-year regular ITI course. Candidates already registered as an apprentice elsewhere, or who have completed an apprenticeship, are not eligible. Registration on the NAPS portal (www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) is mandatory, and the Registration Number (starting with A0XXXXX) must be indicated in the application form. Engineering Graduate: 4-year B.E./B.Tech/B.Pharm degree in the respective branch from a recognized university. Diploma: 3-year Diploma in the respective branch approved by the State Board of Technical Education & AICTE (Medical Lab Technician: Government-approved Diploma, minimum 1-year duration). Non-Technical Graduates: 3/4-year degree (BA/B.Com/B.Sc/BBA) in the respective discipline from a recognized university. Common conditions for Graduate/Diploma/Non-Technical categories: Candidates must have passed their qualifying degree/diploma in the year 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026, with a valid Passing Certificate as on the date of application. Candidates with status "Appearing" or "Result Awaited" (including pending backlogs/supplementary results) are not eligible. Candidates already registered as an apprentice elsewhere, or who have completed an apprenticeship, are not eligible. Candidates pursuing regular engineering after a diploma cannot apply for a diploma apprenticeship on the basis of their diploma qualification. Registration on the NATS 2.0 portal (https://nats.education.gov.in) is mandatory, and the Student ID/Enrollment Number must be indicated in the application form. Common eligibility points: Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply. Apprenticeship in the same trade can be undertaken only once, as per the Apprenticeship Act. Names on the portal, Aadhaar, and qualifying certificate must match exactly, with no spelling discrepancies.
Age Limit & Relaxation
no age limit specified in either official notification
Salary Structure
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Engineering/Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice Stipend | ₹12,300 per month (50% by HAL + 50% by BOAT via DBT) |
| Diploma (Technician) Apprentice Stipend | ₹10,900 per month (50% by HAL + 50% by BOAT via DBT) |
| ITI Apprentice Stipend (2-Year Trade) | ₹11,040 per month (fully paid by HAL) |
| ITI Apprentice Stipend (1-Year Trade) | ₹10,560 per month (fully paid by HAL) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | Nil |
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card (Aadhaar-seeded SBI savings bank account)
- SSC (10th) Certificate/Marksheet
- ITI Passing Certificate and all-year/consolidated marksheet (for ITI applicants)
- Degree/Diploma Passing Certificate and marksheets, with CGPA-to-percentage conversion certificate if applicable (for Graduate/Diploma/Non-Technical applicants)
- NAPS Registration Number or NATS 2.0 Student ID/Enrollment ID proof
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD), as applicable, in the prescribed format
- Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-seeded SBI savings account, not joint or Jan-Dhan account)
- Medical fitness certificate from a certified Medical Practitioner (minimum MBBS) - required at joining
- Police Verification Report from the residing district/tehsil's Superintendent/Commissioner of Police - required at joining
Selection Process
- 1Online registration on NAPS/NATS 2.0 portal and submission of application form
- 2Preparation of merit list based on qualifying marks (ITI: 70% weightage to SSC marks + 30% weightage to ITI marks; Graduate/Diploma/Non-Technical: based on passing mark list/certificate of qualifying degree or diploma)
- 3Physical document verification of shortlisted candidates (2nd & 3rd week of September 2026)
- 4Publication of final shortlisted candidates' list (4th week of September 2026)
- 5Joining for apprenticeship training (1st & 2nd week of October 2026), subject to medical fitness and police verification
How To Apply
ITI candidates: Register on the NAPS portal (www.apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) with SSC (10th) and ITI education details, and obtain a Registration Number (starting with A0XXXXX). Ensure the profile is complete, including mandatory e-KYC and Beneficiary ID. Engineering Graduate/Diploma/Non-Technical Graduate candidates: Register on the NATS 2.0 portal (https://nats.education.gov.in) with degree/diploma education details, and obtain a Student ID/Enrollment ID. Candidates who completed engineering after a diploma must upgrade their profile to Engineering Graduate; mandatory e-KYC and APAAR ID are required. After obtaining the Registration Number/Student ID, open the linked application form and fill in all details accurately as per documentary proof. The form can be filled only once and cannot be corrected after submission. Upload original scanned documents (Aadhaar Card, SSC/Degree/Diploma certificate, marksheets, Bank Passbook, etc.) on the portal profile; mobile screenshots, internet result copies, or photocopies are not accepted. Submit the form; a confirmation message will be displayed on successful submission. Retain a copy of the submitted application for future reference and document verification.
Important Instructions
This is a 1-year apprenticeship training under the Apprentices Act, 1961, not a permanent job; HAL Nasik has no obligation to offer employment after completion. The online application form can be filled only once and cannot be corrected after submission, so candidates must verify all details carefully before submitting. No application or registration fee is charged at any stage of this process. Apprenticeship training is a tripartite contract among the candidate, HAL, and the respective board (BOAT/RDAT); certificates are issued by the board only after successful completion. If apprenticeship is discontinued before completion, the proportionate cost of training may be recovered from the candidate as per rules. Candidates must make their own arrangements for accommodation and travel; no TA/DA is paid, though limited accommodation may be available subject to availability. Stipend is credited only to an Aadhaar-seeded SBI Bank savings account; joint accounts and Jan-Dhan accounts are not accepted. Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification. Any discrepancy, incorrect information, or suppression of material facts detected at any stage will lead to cancellation or termination of candidature. Candidates are advised to cross-check the current active application link on the official HAL Nasik careers page before applying.
Job Description
Introduction Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Aircraft Division, Nasik has released two notifications, both dated 14 August 2026, inviting online applications for engagement of apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961. The recruitment is conducted through the Training & Development Institute at HAL Nasik, Ojhar Township, and covers a total of 627 posts across ITI trades as well as Engineering Graduate, Diploma, and Non-Technical Graduate categories. Vacancy Overview The 627 posts are divided into two broad groups. The ITI category, under Advertisement No. HAL/T&D/1614/2026/265, offers 355 posts across trades such as Fitter (110), Turner (25), Machinist and Machinist Grinder (32 combined), Electrician (35), Electronics Mechanic (8), Draughtsman Mechanical (5), Mechanic Motor Vehicle (6), Refrigeration & AC Mechanic (6), Painter General (10), Aerospace Structural Fitter (10), Tool & Die Maker in two streams (8 combined), Carpenter (10), Sheet Metal Worker (10), COPA (70), and Welder (10). The Engineering Graduate/Diploma/Non-Technical Graduate category, under Advertisement No. HAL/T&D/1614/2026-27/264, offers 272 posts — 133 for Engineering Graduates across disciplines like Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil, Computer, Aeronautical, Chemical, AI & DS, and Pharmacist; 61 for Diploma holders across similar disciplines plus Medical Lab Technician; and 78 for Non-Technical Graduates in BA, B.Com, B.Sc, and BBA streams. Eligibility ITI candidates need a pass in their respective trade from an NCVT/SCVT-recognized institute, with 2-year and 1-year trade durations specified separately. Engineering Graduate applicants require a 4-year B.E./B.Tech/B.Pharm degree, Diploma applicants need a 3-year diploma approved by the State Board of Technical Education & AICTE, and Non-Technical Graduate applicants need a 3 or 4-year degree in BA, B.Com, B.Sc, or BBA. For the Graduate/Diploma/Non-Technical categories, only candidates who passed in 2022-2026 with a valid passing certificate are eligible; those with pending or "Result Awaited" status cannot apply. Candidates already registered as an apprentice elsewhere or who have completed an apprenticeship are ineligible across all categories. Age Limit Neither the ITI notification nor the Engineering Graduate/Diploma/Non-Technical Graduate notification specifies an age limit for applicants. Eligibility is instead governed by the qualifying-year window and passing status of the candidate's academic qualification. Salary Stipend varies by category: Engineering/Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentices receive ₹12,300 per month, Diploma Apprentices receive ₹10,900 per month (both shared 50:50 between HAL and BOAT via DBT), while ITI Apprentices receive ₹11,040 or ₹10,560 per month depending on trade duration, fully paid by HAL. The stipend is credited only to an Aadhaar-seeded SBI savings account. Selection Process Selection is entirely merit-based with no written examination or interview. For ITI candidates, merit is calculated using 70% weightage from SSC marks and 30% weightage from ITI marks. For Graduate, Diploma, and Non-Technical Graduate candidates, merit is based on the qualifying degree or diploma marks. Shortlisted candidates undergo physical document verification before a final list is published and candidates proceed to join the training. Application Process ITI candidates must first register on the NAPS portal to obtain a Registration Number, while Engineering Graduate/Diploma/Non-Technical Graduate candidates must register on the NATS 2.0 portal to obtain a Student ID/Enrollment ID. Following registration, candidates fill the respective linked application form, upload original scanned documents, and submit — the form can be filled only once and cannot be edited thereafter. No application fee is charged for this recruitment. Important Dates Both notifications were published on 14 August 2026. The online application window is open until 4 September 2026. Physical document verification of shortlisted candidates is tentatively scheduled for the 2nd and 3rd week of September 2026, with the final shortlisted list expected in the 4th week of September 2026, and joining for training tentatively planned for the 1st and 2nd week of October 2026. Conclusion HAL Nasik Apprentice Recruitment 2026 offers a substantial 627 apprenticeship opportunities across ITI trades, engineering disciplines, diploma courses, and non-technical graduate streams, with a transparent, fee-free, merit-based selection process. Eligible candidates are encouraged to complete their NAPS or NATS 2.0 portal registration promptly and submit their applications carefully before the 4 September 2026 deadline, keeping in mind that the application form cannot be edited after submission.