Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), Bengaluru has released ADA/ADV-136/2025 dated 10 December 2025 for recruitment of Programme Based Manpower on Limited Tenure Contract basis. ADA seeks to fill 43 vacancies across Project Admin Assistant (PAA), Senior Admin Assistant (PSAA), Admin Officer (PAO), Technical Assistant (PTA), and Senior Technical Assistant (PSTA) posts with consolidated pay ranging from Rs 35,220 to Rs 59,276 per month. Eligible Indian nationals can apply online through www.ada.gov.in from 19 December 2025 to 29 January 2026 (1600 hrs).
Aeronautical Development Agency Recruitment 2026 Notification
The ADA Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF (ADV-136) details vacancies, eligibility, pay, selection process, and online application guidelines. Candidates must ensure they meet age, qualification, and experience criteria as on 29 January 2026 before applying. The notification emphasizes uploading legible documents (max 500 KB each) and retaining application printouts.
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ADA Recruitment 2026: Overview
ADA, under Ministry of Defence, develops LCA Tejas, Mark-II, AMCA, and advanced projects; these contractual roles support admin and technical operations on limited tenure.
| Organization | Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), Bengaluru |
|---|---|
| Posts | Project Admin Assistant (PAA), PSAA, PAO, PTA, PSTA |
| Total Vacancies | 43 |
| Advertisement No. | ADA/ADV-136/2025 dated 10 Dec 2025 |
| Application Mode | Online only at www.ada.gov.in |
| Application Dates | 19 Dec 2025 to 29 Jan 2026 (1600 hrs) |
| Selection Process | Skill Test/Written Test/Personal Interview |
| Pay Scale | Rs 35,220 to Rs 59,276 consolidated/month + 7% annual increment |
| Age Limit | 35-50 years (relaxations applicable) |
| Official Website | www.ada.gov.in |
Aeronautical Development Agency Recruitment 2026 Vacancies
Aeronautical Development Agency announces 43 contractual vacancies with category-wise breakup; numbers may vary.
| Post | 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 |
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ADA Recruitment Pay Scale 2026
Consolidated monthly pay with 7% annual increment after one year; no other allowances.
| Post | Consolidated Pay/Month |
|---|---|
| PAA/PTA | Rs 35,220/- |
| PSAA | Rs 47,496/- |
| PAO | Rs 59,276/- |
| PSTA | Rs 50,224/- |
Aeronautical Development Agency Recruitment Eligibility 2026
Eligibility determined as on 29 Jan 2026; experience post-qualification only, full-time.
Age Limit
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| PAA/PTA | 35 years |
| PSAA/PSTA | 45 years |
| PAO | 50 years |
Age relaxations for SC/ST (5 yrs), OBC-NCL (3 yrs), EWS/PwBD as per GoI norms.
Educational Qualification & Experience
| Post | Essential Qualification | Experience | Desirable |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAA | Bachelor’s Degree (B.A/B.Com/B.Sc/BCA) | Min 3 yrs in Admin/Material Mgmt/Finance | Computer skills (MS Office) |
| PSAA | Bachelor’s Degree (B.A/B.Com/B.Sc/BCA) | Min 6 yrs in Admin/Material Mgmt/Finance | Computer skills (MS Office) |
| PAO | Bachelor’s Degree (B.A/B.Com/B.Sc/BCA) | Min 10 yrs in Admin/Material Mgmt/Finance | Computer skills (MS Office) |
| PTA | 3-yr Diploma Engg/B.Sc/BCA | Min 3 yrs technical (Computers/Data/MIS) | C/C++/Java knowledge |
| PSTA | 3-yr Diploma Engg/B.Sc/BCA | Min 7 yrs technical (Computers/Data/MIS) | C/C++/Java knowledge |
Aeronautical Development Agency Recruitment Selection Process 2026
Multi-level process; final merit based on interview marks (min 70% UR, 60% reserved).
| Post | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAA | Skill Test (Typing 30 wpm) | Written Test | – |
| PSAA | Skill Test (Typing 30 wpm) | Written Test | Personal Interview |
| PAO | Skill Test (Typing 30 wpm) | Written Test | Personal Interview |
| PTA | Written Test | – | – |
| PSTA | Written Test | Personal Interview | – |
Shortlisting via screening committee; updates on ADA website only.
Aeronautical Development Agency Apply Online 2026
Online applications only; register at www.ada.gov.in, apply separately per post.
How to Apply for ADA Recruitment 2026?
- Visit www.ada.gov.in, click Careers/Recruitment link.
- Register with email/mobile; note credentials.
- Fill online form per post, upload documents (photo, signature, certs <500KB).
- Serving candidates: Upload CCA declaration.
- Submit before 29 Jan 2026 (1600 hrs); no edits post-submission, retain PDF printout.
- Queries: adminhr.adagov.in or 080-25087002.
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for ADA Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Online applications close on 29 January 2026 at 1600 hrs.
Q2. How many vacancies in ADA Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Total 43 contractual posts across 5 categories (PAA-13, PSAA-10, PAO-5, PTA-10, PSTA-5).
Q3. What is the pay for ADA Project Admin Assistant?
Ans: Rs 35,220 consolidated per month + 7% annual increment.
Q4. Is experience from part-time counted in ADA eligibility?
Ans: No, only full-time post-qualification experience; proofs from competent authority required.
