Aeronautical engineering graduates have various government job opportunities in organizations like ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation), DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation), HAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited), and NAL (National Aerospace Laboratories). They can work in research, design, testing, and manufacturing of aircraft, spacecraft, and defense technologies. Many of these organizations recruit through exams like GATE, DRDO SET, and PSU recruitment. The Indian Air Force (IAF) also offers technical roles through AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) and CDS (Combined Defence Services).
Apart from aerospace-specific roles, graduates can apply for government engineering jobs in railways, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and civil aviation departments like DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) and AAI (Airports Authority of India). Teaching and research roles in government universities and IITs are also an option. Those interested in administration can appear for UPSC exams like ESE (Engineering Services Examination). With experience, they can reach senior positions in R&D, maintenance, and project management.