Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, invites online applications from eligible Indian candidates for engagement of Project Assistant-I on a tenure basis. A total of 111 tentative vacancies are available across various engineering disciplines under Advertisement No. ADV-138/2026.
The ADA Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 for 111 Vacancies is open for online registration through the official ADA website. The engagement is initially for 2 years and extendable up to 4 years based on performance. This article provides complete information about ADA Project Assistant-I 2026, including eligibility criteria, vacancy details, official notification PDF, and online application link.
ADA Project Assistant Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Project Assistant-I |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies |
111 |
| Age Limit |
Maximum 28 Years |
| Monthly Stipend |
₹31,000 – ₹37,000 + HRA |
| Minimum Qualification |
First Class B.E./B.Tech / M.E./M.Tech / B.Sc. + M.Sc. |
| Job Type |
Tenure Basis (2 Years, extendable up to 4 Years) |
| Selection Process |
Written Test + Interview / Interview only (as applicable) |
| Job Location |
Bengaluru |
| Closing Date |
13 August 2026 |
✅ ADA Vacancy 2026 Discipline Wise List:
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Engineering Discipline |
No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
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Computer Science Engineering |
15 |
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Electronics & Communication Engineering |
20 |
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Aeronautical Engineering |
10 |
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Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
20 |
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Mechanical Engineering |
43 |
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Metallurgy Engineering |
01 |
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Civil Engineering |
02 |
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Total |
111 |
✅ ADA Project Assistant 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must possess First Class in the relevant qualification. Age limit is maximum 28 years (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL as per Government rules).
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Discipline |
Qualification |
|---|---|
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Computer Science Engineering |
B.E./B.Tech with valid GATE Score OR M.E./M.Tech from IIT/NIT |
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Electronics & Communication Engineering |
First Class in Electronics / Telecommunication / Electronics & Instrumentation |
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Aeronautical Engineering |
First Class in Aerospace Engineering |
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Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
First Class in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Instrumentation / Power Electronics |
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Mechanical Engineering |
First Class in Mechanical Engineering |
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Metallurgy Engineering |
First Class in Material Science |
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Civil Engineering |
First Class in Structural Engineering |
✅ ADA Project Assistant 2026 Selection Process:
The selection process depends on qualification:
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Candidates with Valid GATE / NET: Interview only
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Other Eligible Candidates: Written Test (Shortlisting) + Interview
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Written Test based on GATE syllabus with negative marking
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Candidates should bring a scientific calculator
✅ ADA Project Assistant 2026 Monthly Stipend:
- B.E./B.Tech (First Class): ₹31,000 + HRA
- Other Eligible Candidates: ₹37,000 + HRA
✅ ADA Project Assistant 2026 Tenure:
- Initial engagement: 2 Years
- Extendable by another 2 Years (one year at a time) based on satisfactory performance
✅ ADA Project Assistant 2026 Important Dates:
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Date of Notification |
03 August 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Registration |
13 August 2026 |
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Tentative Written Test Dates |
16 August 2026 |
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Tentative Written Test Dates |
23 August 2026 |
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Tentative Written Test Dates |
30 August 2026 |
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Venue |
Bengaluru |
✅ ADA Project Assistant 2026 Important Links:
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ADA Project Assistant Detailed Notification PDF |
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ADA Project Assistant Apply Online Link |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply ADA Project Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the ADA portal. The online registration steps are as follows:-
- Step 1: Visit the official ADA website and complete the online registration.
- Step 2: Fill the application form carefully with personal, educational, experience, and GATE/NET details (if applicable).
- Step 3: Upload/submit the required information as instructed.
- Step 4: Carry the printed application form along with all supporting documents while reporting for the written test/interview.
- Step 5: Regularly check the ADA website for updates regarding the test schedule.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in ADA Project Assistant Recruitment 2026?
111 Project Assistant-I posts (Tentative).
What is the age limit for ADA Project Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Maximum 28 Years with applicable relaxations for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) as per Government rules.
What is the monthly stipend in ADA Project Assistant Recruitment 2026?
₹31,000 + HRA for B.E./B.Tech (First Class) and ₹37,000 + HRA for other eligible candidates.
What is the selection process for ADA Project Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Interview only (for candidates with valid GATE/NET) or Written Test + Interview (for other eligible candidates).
What is the tenure for ADA Project Assistant posts?
Initial 2 years, extendable up to 4 years based on satisfactory performance.
What are the tentative written test dates for ADA Project Assistant Recruitment 2026?
16 August 2026, 23 August 2026 and 30 August 2026 at Bengaluru.