Job Details

Job

Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), an Autonomous Organization under the Department of Defence Research & Development (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India, Bangalore, has released Advertisement No. ADA:ADV-135:2025 dated 19 December 2025 for recruitment of Project Scientists on Programme-based Limited Tenure Contract appointment. ADA invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for various levels of Project Scientist posts to support critical national programmes including LCA (Tejas), LCA Mark-II, AMCA and other advanced aerospace development projects. The Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed ADA ADV-135 Recruitment 2026 notification before applying to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, experience, and other criteria. The closing date for online submission is 19 January 2026 (16:00 hrs).

Organization

Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA)

Total No Of Vacancy

Total Post - 05

Posts

🏢 Organization Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), Bengaluru
💼 Post Name Project Scientist 'E', 'D' & 'C'
📊 Total Vacancies 05 Posts
🎯 Age Limit As per level
💰 Monthly Consolidated Pay ₹1,08,073/- to ₹2,01,794/-
🎓 Minimum Qualification First Class B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline
📝 Selection Process Personal Interview + Document Verification
📍 Job Location Bengaluru, Karnataka (Liability to serve anywhere in India)
⏰ Last Date 19 January 2026 (16:00 hrs)
Post No of Vacancies Pay (Consolidated)

Project Scientist 'E'

01 (UR)

₹2,01,794/-

Project Scientist 'D'

01 (UR)

₹1,24,612/-

Project Scientist 'D'

01 (UR)

₹1,24,612/-

Project Scientist 'C'

01 (UR)

₹1,08,073/-

Project Scientist 'C'

01 (UR)

₹1,08,073/-

Qualification

Post No of Vacancies Pay (Consolidated)

Project Scientist 'E'

01 (UR)

₹2,01,794/-

Project Scientist 'D'

01 (UR)

₹1,24,612/-

Project Scientist 'D'

01 (UR)

₹1,24,612/-

Project Scientist 'C'

01 (UR)

₹1,08,073/-

Project Scientist 'C'

01 (UR)

₹1,08,073/-

Post Discipline Essential Qualification Min. Experience

Project Scientist 'E'

Mechanical Engineering

First Class B.E./B.Tech in Mech. Engg. or equivalent

10–15 years in Landing Gear System Design, Development & Qualification

Project Scientist 'D'

Civil Engineering

First Class B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engg. or equivalent

07–10 years in Infrastructure Design, Tendering, Estimation & Project Management

Project Scientist 'D'

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

First Class B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics or equivalent

07–10 years in E-tendering, Estimation, Works Supervision & Safety Management

Project Scientist 'C'

Civil Engineering

First Class B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engg. or equivalent

03–07 years in Infrastructure Design, Estimation, Tendering & Project Execution

Project Scientist 'C'

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

First Class B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics or equivalent

03–07 years in E-tendering, Estimation, Works Supervision & Safety Management

Selection Process

Screening of Applications

Shortlisting based on qualifications, experience & relevance

Personal Interview

Document Verification

Form Apply Process

Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE only through the ADA official website. No other mode will be accepted.

➢ Step 1: Visit www.ada.gov.in and register online.

➢ Step 2: After successful registration, login and fill the application form separately for each post you wish to apply.

➢ Step 3: Upload all required documents/certificates (max 500 KB each) including DOB proof, photo, signature, qualification certificates, experience proofs, caste certificate (if applicable), etc.

➢ Step 4: Verify all details carefully before final submission (no correction allowed later).

➢ Step 5: Submit the application before 19 January 2026 (16:00 hrs) and take printout of the submitted application for future reference.


Important Dates

Advertisement Date

19 December 2025

Start of Online Application

19 December 2025

Last Date to Apply Online

19 January 2026 (16:00 hrs)

Application Dates

Start Date:
Last Date: 19/01/2026