The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), Bengaluru, working under the Ministry of Defence, has officially released the ADA Recruitment 2026 Notification for the engagement of Programme Based Manpower on a limited tenure contractual basis. The notification has been issued under Advertisement No. ADA/ADV-136/2025 dated 10 December 2025.
Through this recruitment drive, ADA aims to fill 43 vacancies across various Administrative and Technical posts. Eligible Indian candidates can apply online from 19 December 2025 to 29 January 2026 (till 4:00 PM) through the official website ada.gov.in.
ADA Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), Bengaluru |
| Ministry | Ministry of Defence |
| Advertisement No. | ADA/ADV-136/2025 |
| Post Type | Programme Based Manpower (Contract) |
| Total Vacancies | 43 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Period | 19 Dec 2025 – 29 Jan 2026 (16:00 hrs) |
| Selection Process | Skill Test / Written Test / Interview |
| Monthly Pay | ₹35,220 to ₹59,276 (Consolidated) |
| Job Location | Bengaluru |
| Official Website | www.ada.gov.in |
ADA Vacancy 2026 – Post-wise Details
| Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Admin Assistant (PAA) | 07 | 01 | 03 | 02 | – | 13 |
| Project Senior Admin Assistant (PSAA) | 05 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 10 |
| Project Admin Officer (PAO) | 04 | – | 01 | – | – | 05 |
| Project Technical Assistant (PTA) | 06 | 01 | 02 | 01 | – | 10 |
| Project Senior Technical Assistant (PSTA) | 04 | – | 01 | – | – | 05 |
| Total | 43 |
ADA Recruitment Pay Scale 2026
Selected candidates will receive consolidated monthly remuneration, with a 7% annual increment after one year. No additional allowances will be provided.
| Post | Pay (Per Month) |
|---|---|
| PAA / PTA | ₹35,220 |
| PSAA | ₹47,496 |
| PAO | ₹59,276 |
| PSTA | ₹50,224 |
ADA Recruitment Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility will be calculated as on 29 January 2026. Only post-qualification, full-time experience will be considered.
🔹 Age Limit (Upper Age)
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| PAA / PTA | 35 Years |
| PSAA / PSTA | 45 Years |
| PAO | 50 Years |
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST – 5 Years | OBC (NCL) – 3 Years | PwBD/EWS – As per GoI rules
🔹 Educational Qualification & Experience
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| PAA | Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BCom/BSc/BCA) | Min 3 years (Admin/Finance/Material Mgmt) |
| PSAA | Bachelor’s Degree | Min 6 years (Admin/Finance/Material Mgmt) |
| PAO | Bachelor’s Degree | Min 10 years (Admin/Finance/Material Mgmt) |
| PTA | 3-Year Diploma / BSc / BCA | Min 3 years (Technical/Data/MIS) |
| PSTA | 3-Year Diploma / BSc / BCA | Min 7 years (Technical/Data/MIS) |
Desirable skills include MS Office proficiency and programming knowledge (C/C++/Java) for technical posts.
ADA Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process will vary by post and may include:
| Post | Stage-1 | Stage-2 | Stage-3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAA | Skill Test (Typing – 30 wpm) | Written Test | – |
| PSAA | Skill Test | Written Test | Interview |
| PAO | Skill Test | Written Test | Interview |
| PTA | Written Test | – | – |
| PSTA | Written Test | Interview | – |
📌 Final Merit:
Minimum 70% marks for UR and 60% for reserved categories.
How to Apply for ADA Recruitment 2026?
Visit www.ada.gov.in
Go to Careers / Recruitment section
Register using valid email ID & mobile number
Fill the online application form carefully
Upload documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates – max 500 KB each)
Submit the application before 29 Jan 2026 (4:00 PM)
Download and save the application PDF
⚠️ No changes will be allowed after final submission.
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Download ADA Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates must read the official notification carefully before applying.
🔗 Official Website: www.ada.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – ADA Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in ADA Recruitment 2026?
Answer:
A total of 43 vacancies have been announced for Administrative and Technical posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for ADA Recruitment 2026?
Answer:
The last date to submit the online application is 29 January 2026 (till 4:00 PM).
Q3. What is the salary offered in ADA Recruitment 2026?
Answer:
The consolidated monthly salary ranges from ₹35,220 to ₹59,276, depending on the post.
Q4. What is the selection process for ADA Recruitment 2026?
Answer:
Selection may include Skill Test, Written Test, and/or Interview, depending on the post applied for.
Q5. Is ADA Recruitment 2026 a permanent job?
Answer:
No, the recruitment is on a limited tenure contractual basis under Programme Based Manpower.
Final Words
The ADA Recruitment 2026 is a strong opportunity for experienced administrative and technical professionals to work with a premier defence research organization involved in projects like LCA Tejas and AMCA. Interested candidates should apply early and keep checking the official website for updates.
