Scientist C (Oceanography / Physical Oceanography) – DRDO
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹67,700 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: First Division Master’s Degree in Oceanography or Physical Oceanography.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum three years of research experience in the field of physical Oceanography.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
DRDO is seeking a Scientist C for 1 vacancy in Oceanography or Physical Oceanography to conduct research in sea data collection and ocean modeling. The position offers a basic pay of ₹67,700 per month under Level 11 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Applicants must have a First Division Master’s Degree in Oceanography or Physical Oceanography and 3 years of research experience. This is a rare opportunity for oceanographers to apply their expertise to remote sensing and marine science projects critical for national defense.
- The upper age limit is 35 years as of the closing date of 19 June 2026.
- Employment is on a regular full-time basis within the Defence Research & Development Service.
- Selection involves administrative screening, technical screening, and a final personal interview.
- Application fee of ₹100 applies to General/OBC/EWS male candidates; others are exempt.
- Candidates must score a minimum of 75% in the interview for final selection.
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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 starting basic pay is ₹67,700 per month at Level 11 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
A First Division Master’s Degree in Oceanography or Physical Oceanography is required.
Minimum three years of research experience in the field of physical oceanography.