DRDO Scientist B Recruitment 2025: 148 Vacancies Announced for Engineers and Scientists
The Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC) of the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced a major recruitment drive for 148 posts of Scientist 'B'. This is a golden opportunity for graduate engineers and post-graduates in Science to secure a prestigious Group 'A' (Gazetted) technical position within India's premier defence research and development organizations.
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| DRDO SCIENTIST B RECRUITMENT 2025 |
Applications are invited for vacancies in DRDO, Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), and other establishments under the Ministry of Defence like WESEE, CME, and AFMC. The selection will be based on valid GATE scores from 2023, 2024, or 2025, followed by a Personal Interview.
DRDO Recruitment 2025: Overview
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Recruitment Authority |
Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC), DRDO |
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Advertisement No. |
156 |
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Post Name |
Scientist 'B' in DRDO |
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Total Vacancies |
148 |
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Salary/Pay Scale |
Level-10 (7th CPC) of the Pay Matrix (Basic Pay: ₹56,100/-) |
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Approximate Total Emoluments |
₹1,00,000/- per month |
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Application Mode |
Online |
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Selection Process |
Valid GATE (2023/2024/2025) Score & Personal Interview |
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Official Website |
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Vacancy Details
A total of 148 vacancies are available across various organizations:
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Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO): 127 vacancies
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Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA): 9 vacancies
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Encadred Posts (WESEE, CME, AFMC, etc.): 12 vacancies
The discipline-wise breakdown of vacancies is provided in the official advertisement. Major disciplines include Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Computer Science, Electrical, and Aeronautical Engineering, among others.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements to apply.
Nationality
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Applicants must be Indian nationals.
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as of the closing date of the online application.
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Upper Age Limit |
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Un Reserved (UR) / EWS |
35 years |
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OBC (Non-creamy layer) |
38 years |
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SC/ST |
40 years |
Age Relaxation:
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Up to 10 years for Divyangjan category candidates.
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Up to 5 years for serving Central Civilian Government employees in the same or allied cadres.
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Relaxation for Ex-servicemen is applicable as per government rules.
Educational Qualification
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For Engineering Disciplines: A minimum of a First Class Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in the relevant discipline from a recognized university.
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For Science Disciplines (Physics, Chemistry, etc.): A minimum of a First Class Master's Degree in the relevant science subject from a recognized university.
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Final Year Students: Students who have appeared or are appearing in their final semester examinations may also apply.They must be able to submit their degree/provisional degree certificate by 31 July 2025.
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GATE Score: Candidates must have a valid GATE score in the relevant paper from 2023, 2024, or 2025.
Salary and Emoluments
Selected candidates will be appointed at Level-10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with a basic pay of ₹56,100/-. The total monthly emoluments, including HRA and other allowances, will be approximately ₹1,00,000/- at current metro city rates.
Selection Process
The selection process is a two-stage procedure:
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Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for a personal interview based on their valid GATE scores (from 2023, 2024, or 2025) in a ratio of 1:10 for each discipline and category.
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Personal Interview: The shortlisted candidates will undergo a Personal Interview held in Delhi or another location as decided by RAC/DRDO.
Final Selection: The final merit list will be prepared based on an aggregate of 80% weightage to the GATE score and 20% weightage to the marks obtained in the Personal Interview.To be considered for the final merit list, candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in the interview: 70% for the UR category and 60% for EWS/OBC/SC/ST/Divyangjan categories.
How to Apply
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Candidates must register online at the official RAC website:
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After successful registration, log in and fill out the application form.
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Upload all the required self-attested documents, including educational certificates, GATE scorecard, photograph, and signature.
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Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
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Lock the application form before the final submission. Only locked applications will be considered.
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Candidates are advised to retain a copy of the finalized application for future reference.
Application Fee
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General (UR), EWS, and OBC male candidates: ₹100/- (non-refundable).
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SC/ST, Divyangjan, and Women candidates: No application fee.
Important Dates
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Application Closing Date: The online submission will close at 1600 hrs (IST) on the 21st day from the date of the advertisement's publication in the Employment News.
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Degree Submission for Final Year Students: The deadline to submit the degree/provisional degree certificate is 31 July 2025.
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OBC/EWS Certificate Validity: The OBC (NCL) and EWS certificates must be issued on or after 01 April 2025.
Important Links
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Online Application & Official Website |
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DRDO Information |
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ADA Information |
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CME Information |
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AFMC Information |
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Official Notification |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What posts are being recruited for under Advt. No. 156?
A1: The recruitment is for the post of Scientist 'B' in DRDO, Scientist/Engineer 'B' in ADA, and several other encadred posts in organizations under the Ministry of Defence.
Q2: Can I apply if I am in my final year of engineering?
A2: Yes, students who have appeared or are appearing in their final year/semester examination can apply. However, they must submit their final degree or provisional degree certificate by 31 July 2025.
Q3: Which GATE scores are considered valid for this recruitment?
A3: Valid GATE scores from the years 2023, 2024, or 2025 are required for this recruitment.
Q4: What is the application fee?
A4: The application fee is ₹100/- for General (UR), EWS, and OBC male candidates. There is no fee for SC, ST, Divyangjan, and women candidates.
Q5: What is the selection procedure?
A5: The selection process involves shortlisting based on GATE scores, followed by a Personal Interview. The final selection is based on 80% weightage to the GATE score and 20% to the Personal Interview marks.
Q6: What is the monthly salary for a Scientist 'B'?
A6: The post is in Level-10 of the pay matrix with a basic pay of ₹56,100/- The total approximate emoluments at the time of joining will be around ₹1,00,000/- per month in a metro city.
Q7: Are the encadred posts in organizations like WESEE and CME transferable to DRDO?
A7: No, the encadred posts at various establishments are not transferable to DRDO Establishments.
