New Delhi, June 18 -- The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) has invited Indian firms to participate in the development of the indigenous fifth-generation fighter jet, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).

The ADA, under the Ministry of Defence, issued an Expression of Interest (EOI) on Wednesday.

"The Objective of this EOI is to shortlist Indian Companies (owned & controlled by resident Indian citizens) who are technically capable for the Development, building of Prototypes, supporting Flight Test and Certification of AMCA. The applicant may be a Single Company, Joint Venture or a Consortium of companies, compliant with all applicable Indian Laws & Regulations. Reputed Indian companies experienced in Aerospace & Defence sector...