Project Assistant I Recruitment 2026 – DRDO ADA
Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India · Karnataka
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The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) is recruiting for the position of Project Assistant-I, offering 111 tentative vacancies across various engineering disciplines. Candidates must hold a first-class educational qualification in their respective fields and can apply online until August 13, 2026. The maximum age limit for applicants is set at 28 years, with age relaxation available for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per government rules.
Vacancies
111 Posts
Closed on
13 Aug 2026
Age limit
Up to 28 years
Qualification
B.Tech
Age Limit
Maximum Age28 years
Reckoning Date13.08.2026 (closing date of registration)
Age RelaxationAllowed for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates as per rules
Eligibility Criteria
Only Indian Nationals can apply for ADA Project Assistant-I Recruitment 2026. Candidates must hold the educational qualification, from a recognised University, applicable to their chosen engineering discipline and qualification pathway, as detailed below. Qualification and age are reckoned as on the closing date of registration, i.e., 13th August 2026.
Qualification
| Discipline | Qualification Pathways – Interview Only | Qualification Pathways – Written Test + Interview |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.Sc + M.Sc with a valid GATE/NET score (d) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (e) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (f) B.Sc + M.Sc with 2 years relevant experience (g) B.E/B.Tech | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.Sc + M.Sc with a valid GATE/NET score (d) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (e) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (f) B.Sc + M.Sc with 2 years relevant experience (g) B.E/B.Tech |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.Sc + M.Sc with a valid GATE/NET score (d) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (e) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (f) B.Sc + M.Sc with 2 years relevant experience (g) B.E/B.Tech | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.Sc + M.Sc with a valid GATE/NET score (d) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (e) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (f) B.Sc + M.Sc with 2 years relevant experience (g) B.E/B.Tech |
| Aeronautical Engineering | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (d) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (e) B.E/B.Tech | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (d) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (e) B.E/B.Tech |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (d) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (e) B.E/B.Tech | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (d) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (e) B.E/B.Tech |
| Mechanical Engineering | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (d) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (e) B.E/B.Tech | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (d) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (e) B.E/B.Tech |
| Metallurgy Engineering | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (d) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (e) B.E/B.Tech | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (d) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (e) B.E/B.Tech |
| Civil Engineering | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (d) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (e) B.E/B.Tech | (a) B.E/B.Tech with a valid GATE score (b) M.E/M.Tech from IIT/NIT (c) B.E/B.Tech with M.E/M.Tech (d) B.E/B.Tech with 2 years relevant experience (e) B.E/B.Tech |
Selection Process
The selection method depends on the qualification pathway a candidate falls under. Interview Only is for candidates with a valid GATE score, M.E/M.Tech from an IIT/NIT, or specific B.Sc + M.Sc qualifications. Other candidates may qualify through a Written Test followed by an Interview. Dates for the tests and interviews will be indicated on the ADA website.
How to Apply
Candidates must visit the official ADA website to register online, completing the application before the deadline of August 13, 2026. They should prepare supporting documents and a completed application form to bring to the written test/interview in Bangalore.
Important Dates
Notification Release Date03.08.2026
Online Registration Closing Date13.08.2026, 1700 hrs
Cut-off Date for Qualification & Age13.08.2026
Tentative Written Test Dates16.08.2026, 23.08.2026, or 30.08.2026
Application Fee
The official notification does not mention any application/registration fee for this recruitment.
Documents Required
- Duly filled application form (in the prescribed format) with a recent passport-size photograph affixed on the top right corner of the first page
- Original and self-attested copies of certificates/supporting documents related to qualification, experience, and caste (where applicable)
- Self-attested English transcript, for any document/certificate in a language other than English
- Original Aadhaar Card
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer, for candidates presently employed in a Government department/PSU/Autonomous Body
- Proof of relevant experience, wherever claimed
- Proof of valid GATE/NET score, wherever applicable
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