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ADA Project Assistant-1 Recruitment 2026 – 111 Posts (Mechanical, ECE, EEE, CS, Aeronautical & More)
Last Updated: 25 August 2026
Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has released Notification No. ADA:ADV-139:2026 to fill 111 Project Assistant-1 posts on contract basis at Bengaluru. Online applications are open from 24 August 2026 (11:00 AM) to 02 September 2026 (05:00 PM).
About Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA)
Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) is an autonomous body under the Department of Defence Research and Development (DRDO), Ministry of Defence. It is the nodal agency responsible for the design and development of the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas and related aeronautical systems. ADA offers project-based opportunities for engineering graduates in core aeronautical and related disciplines.
🔥 Key Highlights
- Organization: Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA)
- Notification No: ADA:ADV-139:2026
- Total Vacancies: 111 Project Assistant-1 Posts
- Job Type: Contract Basis
- Location: Bengaluru
- Last Date: 02 September 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Apply Mode: Online
ADA Project Assistant-1 Recruitment 2026 Quick Summary
| Organization | Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) |
| Job Category | Central Govt / Defence R&D Jobs |
| Employment Type | Contract Basis |
| Total Posts | 111 Project Assistant-1 |
| Location | Bengaluru |
| Starting Date | 24 August 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date | 02 September 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
Recruitment Overview
Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has invited online applications for 111 Project Assistant-1 posts across Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Aeronautical, Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical, Metallurgy and Civil Engineering disciplines. Eligible candidates with 1st class B.E/B.Tech (with valid GATE score) or B.E/B.Tech + M.E/M.Tech can apply. Selection will be based on Shortlisting followed by Interview.
Why Join ADA?
ADA is the nodal agency for the design and development of the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas under DRDO. Working as Project Assistant-1 provides an opportunity to contribute to India’s indigenous fighter aircraft programme, gain exposure in aeronautical R&D, and work in a high-technology defence research environment at Bengaluru.
ADA Project Assistant-1 Recruitment 2026 – Job Openings (Discipline-wise)
- Computer Science Engineering – 10 Posts
- Electronics and Communication Engineering – 20 Posts
- Aeronautical Engineering – 10 Posts
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering – 20 Posts
- Mechanical Engineering – 43 Posts
- Metallurgy Engineering – 01 Post
- Civil Engineering – 02 Posts
ADA Project Assistant-1 Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
- Computer Science Engineering: 1st class B.E/B.Tech with valid GATE Score OR 1st class B.E/B.Tech + M.E/M.Tech OR 1st class B.Sc + M.Sc with valid GATE/NET Score. Streams: Information Science / Information Technology
- Electronics & Communication Engineering: 1st class B.E/B.Tech with valid GATE Score OR 1st class B.E/B.Tech + M.E/M.Tech OR 1st class B.Sc + M.Sc with valid GATE/NET Score. Streams: Electronics / Telecommunication / Electronics & Instrumentation
- Aeronautical Engineering: 1st class B.E/B.Tech with valid GATE Score OR 1st class B.E/B.Tech + M.E/M.Tech. Streams: Aerospace
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering: 1st class B.E/B.Tech with valid GATE Score OR 1st class B.E/B.Tech + M.E/M.Tech. Streams: Electrical / Electrical & Instrumentation / Power Electronics
- Mechanical Engineering: 1st class B.E/B.Tech with valid GATE Score OR 1st class B.E/B.Tech + M.E/M.Tech. Streams: Production / Industrial Production
- Metallurgy Engineering: 1st class B.E/B.Tech with valid GATE Score OR 1st class B.E/B.Tech + M.E/M.Tech. Streams: Material Science
- Civil Engineering: 1st class B.E/B.Tech with valid GATE Score OR 1st class B.E/B.Tech + M.E/M.Tech. Streams: Structural
ADA Project Assistant-1 Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit (As on 02.09.2026)
- Project Assistant-1 – Maximum 28 Years
Age Relaxation:
- +5 Years for SC/ST
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- PwBD: +10 Years (UR), +13 Years (OBC), +15 Years (SC/ST)
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government rules
ADA Project Assistant-1 Recruitment 2026 – Pay Scale / Remuneration
- Project Assistant-1 – Rs.37,000/- + HRA
Benefits of Working in ADA
- Opportunity to work on India’s indigenous fighter aircraft (LCA Tejas) programme
- Exposure to cutting-edge aeronautical research and development
- Attractive consolidated pay with HRA on contract basis
- Experience in a premier DRDO-linked organisation at Bengaluru
ADA Project Assistant-1 Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
- Short Listing
- Interview
ADA Project Assistant-1 Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply
- Visit the official website: https://www.ada.gov.in/
- Go to the Careers / Recruitment section
- Apply online between 24 August 2026 (11:00 AM) and 02 September 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Fill the online application carefully and submit
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference
✅ Fact-Check Note: All details have been compiled from the official notification (Advt. No. ADA:ADV-139:2026). Candidates are strongly advised to verify the complete eligibility, discipline-wise vacancies, GATE/NET requirements and application process on the official website (https://www.ada.gov.in/) before applying.
ADA Project Assistant-1 Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
ADA Project Assistant-1 Recruitment 2026 – Related Searches
ADA Project Assistant-1 Recruitment FAQ
Q: Total number of vacancies?
A: 111 Project Assistant-1 Posts
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 02 September 2026 (05:00 PM)
Q: Is it a permanent job?
A: No, Contract Basis
Q: What is the selection process?
A: Short Listing followed by Interview
Q: What is the pay?
A: Rs.37,000/- + HRA
Q: Is GATE score mandatory?
A: Valid GATE score is one of the eligibility routes (along with B.E/B.Tech + M.E/M.Tech option)
Q: Where will the selected candidates be posted?
A: Bengaluru
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