DRDO RAC Scientist 'B' Recruitment 2025: An Opportunity for Engineers and Science Postgraduates

The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), through its Recruitment and Assessment Centre (RAC), has announced a significant recruitment drive for 155 Scientist ‘B’ positions for the year 2025. This presents a prime opportunity for talented Graduate Engineers and Postgraduates in Science to contribute to India’s defence capabilities. These coveted Government Job Vacancies are spread across DRDO’s various establishments, as well as specialized units like the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), Weapons & Electronics Systems Engineering Establishment (WESEE), College of Military Engineering (CME), Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), and various Selection Centres under Army, Navy, and Air Headquarters.

About the DRDO/ADA Scientist ‘B’ Recruitment 2025

DRDO, a premier R&D organization in India’s defence sector, is seeking bright, qualified, and competent individuals for its Group ‘A’ (Gazetted) technical service, known as the Defence Research & Development Service (DRDS). This recruitment drive for Scientists ‘B’ in 2025 aims to staff its numerous laboratories and establishments located across the country.

The selection process for most disciplines will primarily be based on a valid GATE Score (from 2023, 2024, or 2025), followed by a Personal Interview. This method ensures that candidates possess a strong foundational understanding in their respective fields. Positions are available within DRDO itself, as well as in associated organizations like ADA, WESEE (Delhi), CME (Pune), AFMC (Pune), and various Selection Centres (Jalandhar, Bhopal, Bangalore) under the Ministry of Defence.

Vacancy Details and Disciplines

A total of 155 Scientist ‘B’ vacancies have been announced, with allocations as follows:

DRDO: 125 vacancies
ADA: 09 vacancies
WESEE: 03 vacancies
CME: 03 vacancies
AFMC: 03 vacancies
SCN/SSC/SCE/AFSB: 07 vacancies
DST: 03 vacancies

These positions fall under Pay Level-10 of the CPC Pay Matrix, with a salary range of ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500/-. The maximum age limit for applicants is 35 years.

The vacancies are distributed across a wide array of disciplines, catering to diverse technical and scientific backgrounds:

Electronics & Communication Engineering: 41
Mechanical Engineering: 35
Computer Science & Engineering: 34
Electrical Engineering: 07
Material Engineering/ Material Science & Engineering/ Metallurgical Engineering: 05
Physics: 04
Chemistry: 03
Chemical Engineering: 03
Aeronautical /Aerospace Engineering: 06
Mathematics: 04
Civil Engineering: 01
Bio-Medical Engineering: 02
Entomology: 01
Bio Statistics: 01
Clinical Psychology: 01
Psychology: 07

Application Process and Fees

An application fee of ₹100/- is applicable for candidates. However, a significant waiver is provided for SC/ST/PWD/Women candidates, who are exempted from paying any fee. The application fee must be paid online.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must Apply Online through the official DRDO RAC website. The application window is open from June 13, 2025, to July 04, 2025. It is crucial for applicants to adhere to these dates strictly.

Where to Find Detailed Information

For comprehensive details regarding the DRDO Engineer/Scientist Recruitment 2025, including eligibility criteria, selection procedures, and a direct link to apply online, candidates are advised to visit the official RAC website at https://rac.gov.in. Please refer to Advertisement No. 156 for all specific information.

This recruitment drive is an excellent opportunity for qualified individuals to join India’s defence R&D efforts and contribute to national security. Are you ready to take on this challenging and rewarding career path?