ADA Recruitment 2026 – Project Assistant-I
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released the ADA Recruitment 2026 notification for engagement of Project Assistant-I on a tenure basis. A total of 111 tentative vacancies have been announced across multiple engineering disciplines.
This recruitment is a good opportunity for engineering graduates looking to work in India’s defence and aerospace sector. Eligible candidates can apply online from 24 August 2026 to 2 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India |
| Advertisement Number | ADA:ADV-138:2026 |
| Notification Date | 03.08.2026 |
| Post Name | Project Assistant-I |
| Total Tentative Vacancies | 111 |
| Nature of Engagement | Tenure basis (initially 2 years, extendable) |
| Mode of Registration | Online |
| Registration Opening Date | 24.08.2026 |
| Registration Closing Date | 02.09.2026, 1700 hrs |
| Written Test/Interview Location | Bangalore |
| Official Website | https://ada.gov.in |
| Apply Online | https://ada.gov.in/adv138/ |
| Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
ADA Project Assistant-I Vacancy 2026
| Post Name (Engineering Discipline) | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I – Computer Science Engineering (Equivalent: Information Science / Information Technology) | 15 |
| Project Assistant-I – Electronics & Communication Engineering (Equivalent: Electronics / Telecommunication / Electronics & Instrumentation) | 20 |
| Project Assistant-I – Aeronautical Engineering (Equivalent: Aerospace) | 10 |
| Project Assistant-I – Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Equivalent: Electrical / Electrical & Instrumentation / Power Electronics) | 20 |
| Project Assistant-I – Mechanical Engineering (Equivalent: Production / Industrial Production) | 43 |
| Project Assistant-I – Metallurgy Engineering (Equivalent: Material Science) | 1 |
| Project Assistant-I – Civil Engineering (Equivalent: Structural) | 2 |
| Total | 111 |
ADA Project Assistant-I Stipend
| Candidate Category | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Candidates with only B.E/B.Tech (First Class) | Rs. 31,000/- per month + HRA as per rules |
| All other candidates (higher qualification / experience pathways) | Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA as per rules |
How to Apply for ADA Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official ADA registration page: https://ada.gov.in/adv138/
- Read the detailed notification (ADA:ADV-138:2026) carefully and check your eligibility for the relevant discipline.
- Register online with your Aadhaar number and email ID, then complete the application form.
- Upload the required documents and submit the application before 02.09.2026, 1700 hrs.
- Save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification PDF for complete details on eligibility, age limit, selection process and other terms and conditions.
