Scientist C (Remote Sensing/GIS/Geoinformatics/Civil) – DRDO
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹67,700 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: First Division Master’s Degree in Science (Remote Sensing/GIS/Geoinformatics) OR First Division Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Geomatics Engineering.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in research, design, or development in Remote Sensing, GIS, or Topographic Analysis.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
DRDO is looking for 1 Scientist C to specialize in Remote Sensing, GIS, and Geoinformatics for analyzing geo-hazards like avalanches and landslides. This Level 11 position offers a starting basic pay of ₹67,700 and is open to candidates with a Master's in Science or a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering. The role involves working with advanced optical, microwave, and LiDAR data for topographic mapping and assessment. It is a premier opportunity for geospatial experts to contribute to national safety and disaster management through cutting-edge technology.
- Age limit: Not exceeding 35 years; standard government relaxations apply for PwD and Ex-servicemen.
- Selection stages: Technical screening followed by a Final Personal Interview requiring a 75% minimum score.
- Application fee: ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS male candidates; free for SC/ST/Women.
- Employment type: Regular full-time post in the DRDS cadre with flexible career progression.
- Deadline: The portal closes for applications on 19 June 2026 at 16:00 hrs.
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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 Master's in Remote Sensing/GIS or a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering/Geomatics is required.
There is 1 vacancy available for this multidisciplinary post.