DRDO ADA Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 ā Apply Online for 111 Posts
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has released Advertisement No. ADA:ADV-138:2026 for the engagement of Project Assistant-I on a tenure basis, announcing a total of 111 tentative vacancies across multiple engineering streams. Eligible Indian candidates holding a first-class engineering degree in disciplines such as Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Aeronautical, Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical, Metallurgy, and Civil Engineering can register online and participate in the written test/interview process based on the qualification criteria mentioned in the notification. This is a great opportunity for engineering graduates and postgraduates to work at one of India's premier aeronautical research organizations based in Bengaluru, with an initial tenure of 2 years, extendable up to 4 years. Interested candidates can complete their online registration through the official ADA website on or before 13 August 2026 (5:00 PM), with no application fee applicable for any category. Candidates are advised to carefully review the discipline-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, and selection process before registering, and to keep all required documents ready in advance for the written test and interview.
DRDO ADA Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), DRDO |
| Advertisement No. | ADA:ADV-138:2026 |
| Post Name | Project Assistant-I |
| Total Vacancies | 111 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Registration |
| Job Location | Bengaluru |
| Tenure | Initially 2 Years (Extendable up to 4 Years) |
DRDO ADA Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 03 August 2026 |
| Online Registration Start | 04 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Register | 13 August 2026 |
| Tentative Written Test | 16, 23 or 30 August 2026 |
| Interview | To be announced |
DRDO ADA Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ā¹0 |
| OBC | ā¹0 |
| SC/ST | ā¹0 |
| EWS | ā¹0 |
DRDO ADA Recruitment 2026 Vacancies & Qualification
| Engineering Discipline | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | 15 | First Class B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, or M.Sc. with GATE/NET as applicable |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 20 | First Class B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, or equivalent |
| Aeronautical Engineering | 10 | First Class B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 20 | First Class B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech |
| Mechanical Engineering | 43 | First Class B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech |
| Metallurgy Engineering | 01 | First Class B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech |
| Civil Engineering | 02 | First Class B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech |
Total Vacancies: 111 Posts
DRDO ADA Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 28 Years (as on 13 August 2026)
- Age relaxation for SC, ST, and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates will be provided as per Government of India rules.
DRDO ADA Recruitment 2026 Salary
| Qualification | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech (First Class) | ā¹31,000 + HRA |
| Other Eligible Qualifications | ā¹37,000 + HRA |
DRDO ADA Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process will be based on the following:
- Shortlisting
- Written Test
- Interview
- Document Verification
The written examination will follow the GATE syllabus and include negative marking.
Also Read : Army AOC Recruitment 2026
DRDO ADA Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Written Test |
| Syllabus | GATE Level |
| Negative Marking | Yes |
| Calculator | Scientific Calculator Allowed |
