Scientist D (Mechanical Engineering – Item 28) – DRDO
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹78,800 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: First Division Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 7 years of experience in design analysis using Finite Element (FE) Method or Ansys Workbench.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 45 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
DRDO is recruiting 1 Scientist D (Mechanical Engineering) to specialize in design analysis using Finite Element (FE) methods and Ansys tools. This Level 12 position offers a basic pay of ₹78,800 per month and involves working on naval equipment and structural analysis. Candidates must hold a First Division Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and have seven years of experience in FE modeling and meshing. This role is perfect for engineers with a strong background in simulation and life estimation of polymer products for defense applications.
- Age limit: Not exceeding 45 years; relaxable for PwD and Ex-servicemen as per rules.
- Selection process: Includes technical screening and a mandatory in-person interview at RAC Delhi.
- Application fee: ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS males; free for SC/ST/Women.
- Employment type: Regular full-time appointment in the DRDS cadre.
- Deadline: The closing date for online application submission is 19 June 2026.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 12 in 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Basic Pay: ₹78,800) 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 ₹78,800 per month at Level 12 of the 7th CPC.
A First Division Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
The maximum age limit is 45 years.