Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)- Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC) Recruitment 2026

Organization Details

Official Notification

Important Dates

• Closing Date: 19 June 2026 (1600 hrs)

Employment Type

Full-time Regular Government Job under DRDS (Group ‘A’ Technical Service)

Pay Scale

• Scientist E: Level 13 – ₹1,23,100/-
• Scientist D: Level 12 – ₹78,800/-
• Scientist C: Level 11 – ₹67,700/-

Vacancies Overview

• Scientist E – 02 Posts
• Scientist D – 11 Posts
• Scientist C – 20 Posts

Eligibility Criteria

• First Division Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology OR Master’s Degree in relevant science field
• Minimum 3 / 7 / 11 years relevant experience depending on post
• Experience must be in R&D / Design / Development / Production
• Valid supporting documents required

Age Limit

• Scientist C: Maximum 35 years
• Scientist D & E: Maximum 45 years
• PwD Relaxation: +10 years
• Central Govt Employees: +5 years
• Maximum age including relaxation: 56 years

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹100
• SC / ST / PwD / Women: No Fee
• Online Payment Only

Selection Process

1. Administrative Screening
2. Technical Screening (Level 1)
3. Preliminary Online Interview (if required)
4. Final Personal Interview (In-person at DRDO Delhi)

Application Process

1. Register on RAC website (https://rac.gov.in)
2. Fill online application form
3. Upload required documents
4. Pay application fee (if applicable)
5. Submit before closing date

Important Instructions

• No correction allowed after final submission
• All information must be verifiable
• Experience must be after essential qualification
• False information leads to rejection
• Interview must be attended in person
• Posting anywhere in India

Screening Process

• Administrative eligibility check
• Technical screening based on experience relevance
• Shortlisting ratio applied
• Minimum 6 candidates per vacancy required

Contact Details

• Phone: 011-23889578
• Alternate Phone: 011-23889529
• Email: lateral1.recruitment@gov.in
• Chairman Email: chairman.rac@gov.in