DRDO RAC Recruitment 2025 – 21 Scientist Vacancy

​The DRDO RAC Recruitment 2025 has been officially announced by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) through its Recruitment and Assessment Centre (RAC). This recruitment drive aims to fill 21 Scientist positions across various grades, offering a significant opportunity for qualified engineering professionals to contribute to national defense research and development.


Details of DRDO RAC Recruitment 2025

Name of PostsNo of Posts
Scientist F01 nos
Scientist E04 nos
Scientist D04 nos
Scientist C12 nos
  • Organisation: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
  • Recruiting Body: Recruitment and Assessment Centre (RAC)
  • Job Location: Various DRDO laboratories and establishments across India
  • Application Mode: Online
  • Official Website: https://rac.gov.in
  • Last Date to Apply Online: May 9, 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must possess a B.E./B.Tech degree in relevant engineering disciplines from a recognized university or institution.

Age Limit:

  • Scientist F/E/D: Maximum 50 years
  • Scientist C: Maximum 40 years
  • Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.

Salary Details

  • Scientist F: ₹1,31,100/- (Level 13A)
  • Scientist E: ₹1,23,100/- (Level 13)
  • Scientist D: ₹78,800/- (Level 12)
  • Scientist C: ₹67,700/- (Level 11)

Application Fee

  • General, OBC, and EWS male candidates: ₹100/-
  • SC/ST/PwD and women candidates: Exempted from application fee

Selection Process

The selection process comprises the following stages:​

  1. Shortlisting: Based on the eligibility criteria and information provided in the application form.
  2. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview to assess their suitability for the respective positions.

How to Apply

  • Visit the Official Website: Go to https://rac.gov.in.
  • Register/Login: Click on the relevant advertisement link and register with your email ID and password.
  • Fill the Application Form: Complete the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details.
  • Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of required documents, including a photograph, a signature, and educational certificates.
  • Pay Application Fee: Pay the applicable fee through the online payment gateway.
  • Submit Application: Review the filled application form and submit it. Take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.

Please refer to the official DRDO RAC Recruitment Page for more detailed information and updates.


Important Dates:

Last Date09.05.2025

Important Links:

Apply OnlineClick Here
NotificationClick Here
Official WebsiteClick Here