DRDO Recruitment 2026 | Apply Online for Scientist Posts

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) through its Recruitment and Assessment Centre (RAC) has released Advertisement No. 157 for direct lateral recruitment of Scientists in the Defence Research & Development Service (DRDS). Applications are invited from highly qualified and experienced Indian Nationals for the posts of Scientist 'E', Scientist 'D' and Scientist 'C' in various engineering and scientific disciplines. Interested candidates can apply online through the official RAC portal before the last date.

DRDO RAC Scientist Recruitment 2026 Overview
Organization	Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
Recruitment Authority	Recruitment and Assessment Centre (RAC)
Advertisement No.	157
Post Name	Scientist 'E', Scientist 'D' & Scientist 'C'
Job Type	Permanent Government Job
Application Mode	Online
Important Dates
Last Date to Apply Online	19 June 2026 (04:00 PM)
Eligibility Cut-off Date	19 June 2026
Discipline Details
Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Photonics, Optics, Chemical Engineering, Oceanography, Mathematics, Physiology, Medicine, Electrical Engineering, Pharmacology, Remote Sensing and Civil Engineering.
Educational Qualification
First Division Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology OR First Division Master's Degree in relevant discipline. Minimum 60% Marks or CGPA 6.75/10 where division system is not available. Only Indian Nationals are eligible.
Experience Requirement
Scientist 'E' – Minimum 11 Years Scientist 'D' – Minimum 7 Years Scientist 'C' – Minimum 3 Years
Age Limit (As on 19 June 2026)
Scientist 'C' – Maximum 35 Years Scientist 'D' & Scientist 'E' – Maximum 45 Years PwD Candidates – Up to 10 Years Relaxation Central Government Employees – Up to 5 Years Relaxation Ex-Servicemen – As Per Government Rules
Salary Details
Scientist 'E' – Pay Level 13 (₹1,23,100 Basic Pay) Scientist 'D' – Pay Level 12 (₹78,800 Basic Pay) Scientist 'C' – As Per DRDS Pay Matrix
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS Male Candidates – ₹100/- SC/ST/PwD/Women Candidates – Exempted
Selection Process
Administrative Screening Technical Screening Level-I Technical Screening Level-II (If Required) Final Personal Interview Merit List
How to Apply
Visit RAC Official Website. Register Online. Fill Personal, Educational and Experience Details. Upload Required Documents. Pay Application Fee. Submit Final Application. Download and Print Application Form.
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DRDO RAC Scientist Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Can I apply for multiple scientist posts?

Yes. Candidates desirous of applying for more than one post must submit separate applications for each post and mention their order of preference in the application form.

Can I attend the Final Personal Interview online?

No. The Final Personal Interview will be conducted only in person at RAC, Delhi. Requests for online interviews at the final stage will not be entertained.

Do I need to submit proof of my salary or CTC for past experience?

Yes. Candidates must upload salary proofs, Form 16A, CTC revision orders, or equivalent documents to establish pay equivalence and relevant experience. Experience below the equivalent of Pay Level-10 will not be counted.

Will experience as a trainee or part-time worker be considered?

No. Experience gained on a part-time basis, daily wages, as a trainee, Teaching Assistant, Visiting Faculty, or Guest Faculty will not be counted towards the required experience.