Scientist C (Electronics/Mechanical) – DRDO
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹67,700 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: First Division Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Electronics & Communication or Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of work experience in research, design, or development in Ballistics or Weapon Systems.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
DRDO is recruiting 1 Scientist C to work in the specialized fields of Ballistics and Armament Technology. This position offers a monthly basic pay of ₹67,700 at Level 11 and is open to engineers with a background in Electronics & Communication or Mechanical Engineering. Candidates must have three years of experience in weapon systems or applied ballistics. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of advanced defense systems and weaponry for the nation's security.
- Age limit: Not exceeding 35 years as of the closing date of 19 June 2026.
- Selection process: Shortlisting via technical screening and a Final Personal Interview scoring at least 75%.
- Application fee: ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS males; SC/ST/Women/Divyang are exempt.
- Employment type: Regular full-time post in the DRDS cadre.
- Deadline: Online applications must be completed by 19 June 2026 at 1600 hours.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 11 in 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Basic Pay: ₹67,700) plus applicable 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 is ₹67,700 per month at Level 11 of the 7th CPC.
A First Division Bachelor's Degree in Electronics & Communication or Mechanical Engineering is required.
The maximum age limit is 35 years.