DRDO Scientist Recruitment 2026: 33 Posts (C, D, E Grade), Last Date June 19 — Eligibility, Salary & Application Guide
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) ne apne Recruitment and Assessment Centre (RAC) ke through 33 Scientist posts ke liye notification nikali hai (Advt. No. 157). Yeh lateral entry recruitment hai — matlab experienced professionals ke liye. Posts Scientist C, D, aur E grade mein hain. Last date: 19 June 2026, 4:00 PM. Electronics, Computer Science, Mechanical, Aerospace, Physics jaise fields mein vacancies hain. Salary ₹67,700 se ₹1,23,100 basic pay (7th CPC).
Vacancy Breakdown — Post-Wise Details
| Post | Vacancies | Experience Required | Age Limit | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Basic Pay (Monthly) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist C | 20 | Min. 3 years | 35 years | Level 11 | ₹67,700 |
| Scientist D | 11 | Min. 7 years | 45 years | Level 12 | ₹78,800 |
| Scientist E | 02 | Min. 11 years | 45 years | Level 13 | ₹1,23,100 |
| Total | 33 | ||||
Eligibility Criteria
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | First-class BE/B.Tech or equivalent in relevant engineering/science discipline |
| Disciplines | Electronics, Computer Science, Mechanical, Aerospace, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, etc. |
| Experience | 3 years (Sci-C), 7 years (Sci-D), 11 years (Sci-E) — post-qualification, relevant experience |
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (Gen/EWS/OBC) | Free for SC/ST/PwD/Women |
How to Apply — Step by Step
Go to rac.gov.in and look for Advt. No. 157.
New users register with email and mobile number. Create your RAC login credentials.
Enter personal details, educational qualifications, work experience, aur discipline selection. Ensure all information matches your certificates exactly.
Upload photograph, signature, degree certificates, experience certificates, aur category certificate (if applicable).
₹100 for Gen/EWS/OBC (online payment). SC/ST/PwD/Women candidates are exempted.
Final submission complete karo deadline se pehle. Confirmation page download aur print kar lo.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | May 2026 |
| Application Start | Already Open |
| Last Date to Apply | June 19, 2026 (4:00 PM) |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting + Interview (dates to be notified) |
DRDO Mein Kaam Kaise Hota Hai?
DRDO India ka premier defence research organization hai — missiles, radars, submarines, drones, cyber defence, aur advanced materials develop karta hai. DRDO scientist banne ka matlab hai:
• Cutting-edge R&D — AI, robotics, quantum computing, hypersonics mein kaam
• Flexible Complimenting Scheme — merit-based promotions, vacancy pe depend nahi
• Job Security — Central Government employee with all benefits
• International Exposure — conferences, collaborations with foreign defence agencies
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Kya fresh graduates apply kar sakte hain?
Nahi. Yeh lateral entry recruitment hai. Minimum 3 years (Sci-C), 7 years (Sci-D), ya 11 years (Sci-E) relevant post-qualification experience chahiye. Fresh graduates ke liye DRDO GATE-based recruitment (Scientist B) alag hoti hai.
DRDO Scientist ki total salary kitni hoti hai?
Basic pay ke upar DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, aur Professional Update Allowance milta hai. Scientist C ki total gross salary approximately ₹90,000-₹1,00,000/month ho sakti hai depending on city. Scientist E ki salary ₹1.8-2+ lakh/month tak ja sakti hai.
Application fee kitni hai?
₹100 for General, EWS, and OBC candidates. SC, ST, PwD, aur women candidates ke liye free hai.
Selection process kya hai?
Typically, DRDO lateral entry mein shortlisting (based on qualifications + experience) + personal interview hota hai. Exact details notification mein diye gaye hain.
Posting kahan hoti hai?
DRDO labs puri India mein spread hain — Delhi, Hyderabad, Pune, Bangalore, Dehradun, Chandigarh, etc. Posting specific lab/project ke basis par hoti hai.
