Scientist C (Computer Science & Engineering) – DRDO
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 3
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹67,700 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: First Division Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science & Engineering or equivalent acceptable subjects.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum three years of experience in research or design or development in AI/ML/Deep Learning or Software Engineering.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
DRDO invites applications for 3 vacancies of Scientist C in Computer Science & Engineering to specialize in AI, Machine Learning, and high-performance computing. The role offers a basic pay of ₹67,700 per month at Level 11 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Candidates must hold a First Division Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science & Engineering and have 3 years of experience in software development or data processing. This position provides a unique chance to work on cutting-edge scientific applications and large-scale software projects for defense.
- Maximum age limit is 35 years, with relaxations up to 10 years for PwD candidates.
- This is a regular full-time post in the DRDS cadre with liability to serve anywhere in India.
- Selection process includes technical screening and a mandatory final interview scoring at least 75%.
- Online application deadline is 19 June 2026 through the official RAC website.
- The vacancies are unreserved, but specific PwD categories are eligible to apply.
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Additional Salary Information
Basic Pay: ₹67,700/-, Level 11 as per 7th CPC plus applicable central government allowances.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Administrative Screening Technical Screening (Level-1) Preliminary Online Interview (Level-2, if required) Final Personal Interview (In-person at RAC, Delhi)
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: Rs. 100 SC/ST/Divyang: Nil Women: Nil
Reservation
Unreserved (UR) Divyang/PwD (Horizontal Reservation)
How to Apply
- Visit the official RAC website at https://rac.gov.in.
- Register online to create a login account.
- Fill in the application form with personal and professional details.
- Upload required documents including DOB proof, degree certificates, and experience letters.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 online (if applicable).
- Preview and lock the application before the closing date.
- Retain a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The basic pay for this role is ₹67,700 per month at Level 11 of the 7th CPC.
A First Division Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science & Engineering or Information Technology is required.
Minimum three years of experience in research, design, or development in AI, ML, or software engineering.