DRDO Recruitment 2025: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced the Recruitment for Project Scientists on a contractual basis on 10.03.2025. The official notification is out for 20 vacancies for the posts of Project Scientists at various levels (F, D, C, and B). Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 10.03.2025 to 01.04.2025.
Candidates who are eligible to apply for the Project Scientist posts should ensure that they fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria specified in the below content. Aspirants can also check the job details described briefly below.
Vacancy Details of DRDO Recruitment
DRDO invites online applications to fill 20 vacancies for the posts of Project Scientists at various levels. Candidates can check the list of vacancies in the below table.
| Name of the Post | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist ‘F’ | 01 |
| Project Scientist ‘D’ | 10 |
| Project Scientist ‘C’ | 07 |
| Project Scientist ‘B’ | 02 |
DRDO Recruitment Pay Scale
The consolidated pay for Project Scientist posts is given in the below table.
| Post | Pay Scale (Per Month) |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist ‘F’ | Rs. 2,20,717/- |
| Project Scientist ‘D’ | Rs. 1,24,612/- |
| Project Scientist ‘C’ | Rs. 1,08,073/- |
| Project Scientist ‘B’ | Rs. 90,789/- |
DRDO Recruitment 2025 Age Limit
The eligible candidate must meet the age limit as per the post applied for. Check the age limit given in the below table.
| Name of the Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist ‘F’ | 55 years |
| Project Scientist ‘D’ | 45 years |
| Project Scientist ‘C’ | 40 years |
| Project Scientist ‘B’ | 35 years |
Age Relaxation:
- Up to 10 years for Divyang/PwD candidates.
- Up to 5 years for serving Central Govt. employees.
- Age relaxation for Ex-servicemen as per Govt. rules.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should have completed B.E./B.Tech in relevant disciplines (Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering) from a recognized university.
Essential Experience:
- Project Scientist ‘F’: Minimum 10 years of experience in software development with Python, Perl/Bash, C/C++.
- Project Scientist ‘D’: Minimum 5 years of experience in Electronics/RF system design and testing.
- Project Scientist ‘C’: Minimum 3 years of experience in Electronics/RF system design and testing.
- Project Scientist ‘B’: Valid GATE score (desirable).
Selection Process
The selection for the Project Scientist posts will be based on:
- Technical Screening (if required)
- Personal Interview
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Application Fee
Candidates should pay a non-refundable fee as given below for the Project Scientist posts.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| GEN / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / Divyang / Women | Exempted |
Important Dates for DRDO Recruitment 2025
Candidates can check the online application dates for the Project Scientist posts given below. No applications will be considered after the last date.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Start Date for Online Submission | 10.03.2025 |
| Last Date for Online Submission | 01.04.2025 |
How to Apply for DRDO Recruitment 2025
Candidates should apply for the Project Scientist posts online by visiting the official website. Follow the given steps and apply:
- Visit the official website:Â https://rac.gov.in.
- Click on the “Recruitment” section and then “Project Scientists Recruitment 2025”.
- Register and fill in the online application form.
- Upload the required documents and pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the application before the last date.
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Important Links
| Event | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
