DRDO ADA Project Assistant I Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 111 Posts
Aeronautical Development Agency has invited applications for this recruitment. The application deadline is 13 August 2026 (Thursday). There are 111 vacancies. Apply only through the official website drdo.gov.in.
Compiled from the official notification · Last updated: 06 Aug 2026 — always confirm every detail on the official link below before applying.
Aeronautical Development Agency has opened online applications for 111 vacancies. The last date to apply is 13 Aug 2026. Check whether you are eligible, note the last date, and apply on the official website before the deadline.
Warning: never pay any agent or website for a government job. Always apply only on the official site linked below — no government recruitment ever gives a job in exchange for a fee.
About this recruitment
Aeronautical Development Agency has opened online applications for this post. A defence job brings honour and allowances along with service, and the selection standards are strict. A total of 111 posts will be filled through this recruitment. This one is for Karnataka.
Who can apply?
If you have the slightest doubt about eligibility, read the relevant part of the official notification before filling the form — a wrong entry can get your application rejected and the fee is non-refundable.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 03 Aug 2026 |
| Online Registration Closing Date | 13 Aug 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Qualification & Age | 13 Aug 2026 |
| Tentative Written Test Dates | 16 Aug 2026 |
Pay Scale
₹31,000 – ₹37,000 per month (as per notification)
How to Apply
- Visit the official ADA website at https://ada.gov.in and register online for the Project Assistant-I engagement, selecting the relevant Engineering Discipline and qualification criteria.
- Complete the online registration on or before 13th August 2026, 1700 hrs.
- Frequently check the ADA website for the confirmed written test/interview date, as the tentative dates (16th, 23rd, or 30th August 2026) may be finalised based on the number of registered candidates.
What is the salary?
Government pay adds DA (dearness allowance), HRA and travel allowance on top of the basic pay shown above, so the amount that actually reaches your bank account (in-hand) is higher than the basic figure — the exact DA/HRA rates depend on your posting location and are revised periodically.
Keep these documents ready before applying
- Scanned copy of your signature
- A valid email ID and your own mobile number (for OTP)
- Class 10 certificate (date-of-birth proof)
- Passport-size photo (JPG, usually 20–50 KB)
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), latest format, for reservation
- A photo ID — Aadhaar is the easiest
Quick tips
Double-check your name, category and photo before you submit — a small error is hard to fix later. Apply early to avoid the last-day server rush, and keep the confirmation PDF safe.
Important Links
FAQ — Your Questions, Answered
Till when can I apply online?
The last date to apply online is 13 Aug 2026. Applications are not accepted after the deadline.
How many vacancies are there?
There are 111 posts in this recruitment — see the official notification for the post-wise split.
Where do I fill the form?
Apply only on the official website — the direct link is in 'Important Links' above. Never enter your personal details or pay a fee on any look-alike site.
Can I trust these details?
We compile this from the official notification and link the official source, but always confirm the final details there before you apply — dates and details can change.
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