A Hillston man is fighting for his life.

The man was shot by an intruder in his home.

He was shot in the stomach about 2.30am on Friday at his Burns St home in Hillston according to police.

A 31-year-old man and 56-year-old woman were inside the home when three people entered, one with a firearm.

The male resident at the home, was shot twice before the intruders left.

The man was treated at the scene, before being taken to Griffith Hospital.

He has since been airlifted to a major metropolitan hospital and is in a critical condition with life-threatening injuries.

Inquiries are now underway, and anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.