What are the online application dates for ADA Recruitment 2026?

The online application process for ADA Recruitment 2026 has started on 24 August 2026 and will end on 2 September 2026.

How many positions are announced for ADA Recruitment?

A total of 111 Project Assistant-I vacancies are released for ADA Recruitment.

Where I can download the ADA 2026 official notification PDF?

Candidates can download the ADA 2026 official notification PDF through the direct link provided in this article.

ADA Recruitment 2026 Out, Apply Online for 111 Project Assistant Posts

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The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has released the ADA Recruitment 2026 Notification (ADA ADV-139:2026) on its official website at www.ada.gov.in. A total of 111 Project Assistant posts have been released across Mechanical, Electronics & Communication, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, Aeronautical, Civil, & Metallurgy Engineering streams.

The online application process has started on 24 August 2026, and candidates can apply online till 2 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. The notification includes comprehensive details on eligibility criteria, total vacancies, age limit, educational qualifications, salary structure, selection process, exam pattern, application fees, and other important updates.

ADA Recruitment 2026 Notification

The Aeronautical Development Agency has released the ADA Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF (Advt. No. ADA ADV-139:2026) on its official website for Project Assistant posts. The notification includes comprehensive details on eligibility criteria, vacancies, salary structure, selection process, exam pattern, application fees, and other important updates. A direct link to download the notification PDF is given below.

Download ADA Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF – Click Here

ADA Recruitment 2026- Overview

Candidates can read the key details of the ADA Recruitment that should not be missed from the overview table mentioned below.

Particulars	Details
Recruiting Organisation	Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA)
Post Name	Project Assistant-I
Advertisement Number	ADA ADV-139:2026
Total Vacancies	111
Application Mode	Online
Application Date	24 August 2026 to 2 September 2026, 5:00 PM
Educational Qualification	First Class B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc. in the relevant discipline, as applicable
Age Limit	Maximum 28 years
Salary	₹31,000–₹37,000 per month + HRA
Selection Process	Written Test, Skill Test, Interview, Document Verification
Written Test Location	Bengaluru
Official Website	www.ada.gov.in

ADA Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Event	Date / Time
Official Notification Released	03 August 2026 / 20 August 2026
Apply Online Starts	24 August 2026 at 10:00 HRS
Apply Online Ends	02 September 2026 at 17:00 HRS

ADA Vacancy 2026

The 111 vacancies are categorized by core engineering discipline alongside acceptable equivalent branches:

Core Discipline	Acceptable Equivalent Branches	Vacancies
Mechanical Engineering	Production / Industrial Production	43
Electronics & Communication	Electronics / Telecommunication / Electronics & Instrumentation	20
Electrical & Electronics	Electrical / Electrical & Instrumentation / Power Electronics	20
Computer Science Engineering	Information Science / Information Technology	15
Aeronautical Engineering	Aerospace	10
Civil Engineering	Structural	2
Metallurgy Engineering	Material Science	1
Total	—	111

ADA Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates applying for ADA Project Assistant-I Recruitment 2026 must meet the prescribed educational qualification and age requirements. First Class qualification is mandatory as per the eligibility details provided.

ADA Educational Qualification 2026

Candidates applying for ADA Project Assistant-I Recruitment 2026 must have a First Class qualification in the relevant engineering discipline. The detailed qualification is given below.

Post Name	Educational Qualification (in First Class)
Computer Science Engineering Electronics & Communication Engineering	B.E./B.Tech with a valid GATE Score M.E./M.Tech from IIT/NIT B.Sc. + M.Sc. with a valid GATE/NET Score B.E./B.Tech with M.E./M.Tech B.E./B.Tech with 2 years of relevant experience B.Sc. + M.Sc. with 2 years of relevant experience B.E./B.Tech
Aeronautical Engineering Electrical & Electronics Engineering Mechanical Engineering Metallurgy Engineering Civil Engineering	B.E./B.Tech with a valid GATE Score M.E./M.Tech from IIT/NIT B.E./B.Tech with M.E./M.Tech B.E./B.Tech with 2 years of relevant experience B.E./B.Tech

ADA Age Limit 2026

Particulars	Details
Maximum Age	28 Years
Age Calculation Date	As on the closing date of the application
SC/ST Age Relaxation	5 Years upper age relaxation (Up to 33 years)
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Age Relaxation	3 Years upper age relaxation (Up to 31 years).
(PwBD) Age Relaxation	10 Years upper age relaxation (up to 38 years).

ADA Apply Online Link 2026

Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA)has started the online application process for ADA Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online for 111 Project Assistant-I posts across Mechanical, Electronics & Communication, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, Aeronautical, Civil, & Metallurgy Engineering streams through the official website at www.ada.gov.in till the last date, 2 September 2026. A direct link to apply online is given below.

ADA Apply Online Link 2026 – Click Here

How to Apply Online for ADA Project Assistant 2026

Access the official Aeronautical Development Agency portal at ada.gov.in.
Locate the recruitment link for Advt No. ADA: ADV-139:2026 / ADV-138:2026.
Input personal information, educational credentials, and engineering discipline.
Upload required self-attested documents, photo, and signature.
Submit the online application prior to 2nd September 2026 (17:00 HRS) and print the finalized application form.
Bring the duly filled application form along with original documents, self-attested copies, recent passport photos, and an original ID card when attending the selection process in Bengaluru.

ADA Selection Process 2026

The selection methodology depends on candidate credentials:

Direct Interview: Applicable to candidates holding valid GATE/NET scores or IIT/NIT M.Tech degrees.
Shortlisting via Written Test + Interview: Applicable to candidates applying strictly with a First-Class B.E./B.Tech degree.
Written Exam Details: The syllabus corresponds to the GATE curriculum for the respective discipline and includes negative marking for incorrect answers. Candidates must bring their own scientific calculators to the exam.
Location: Both written tests and interviews will take place in Bangalore.

ADA Salary 2026

Selected candidates for ADA Project Assistant-I will receive a monthly Salary given in the table below.

Particulars	Details
First-Class B.E./B.Tech Candidates	₹31,000 per month + HRA as per applicable rules
GATE/NET Candidates	₹37,000 per month + HRA as per applicable rules
Postgraduate Candidates	₹37,000 per month + HRA as per applicable rules
Experienced Candidates	₹37,000 per month + HRA as per applicable rules