DRDO RAC Scientist Application 2026- Important Dates, Exam Date, Salary, Notification PDF: The Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment & Assessment Centre (DRDO RAC) has officially released a notification for the posts of Scientist C, D, & E. The Online application starts from 30 May 2026. Interested candidates can fill out the DRDO RAC Scientist online form till 19 June 2026. Interested candidates should check the eligibility criteria, age limit, and selection process before applying.
Quick Overview
| Organization | Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Post Name | Scientist C, D, & E |
| Advertisement No. | 157 |
| Total Posts | 33 |
| Salary | Level 11, 12, 13 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 19 June 2026 |
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 30 May 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 19 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 19 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | Notify Later |
| Admit Card Date | Before Exam |
| Result | Notify Later |
DRDO RAC Scientist (C, D, E) Application Fee
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- General, OBC, EWS: Rs. 100/-
- SC, ST, PH: Rs. 00/-
- Female: Nil
- The candidates are required to deposit the requisite examination fees online via internet banking or a debit or credit card.
DRDO RAC Scientist Age Limit
Age Limits As of 19 June 2026
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- Minimum Age: NA
- Maximum Age: 35 Years (For Scientist C)
- Maximum Age: 45 Years (For Scientist D & E)
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- Age Relaxation is Applicable as per the DRDO RAC Scientist Recruitment 2026.
DRDO RAC Scientist Vacancy Details
Total Posts- 33 Vacancy
| Post Name | Vacancy |
| Scientist E | 2 |
| Scientist D | 11 |
| Scientist C | 20 |
Who Should Apply for the DRDO RAC Scientist?
Scientist E
- At least a First Division Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in the related trade from a recognized university or equivalent.
- Minimum 11 Years’ of experience in Research or Design or Development in the related field.
Scientist D
- At least a First Division Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in the related trade or a Master’s Degree in the related subject from a recognized university or equivalent.
- Minimum seven Years’ of experience in Research or Design or Development in the related field.
Scientist C
- At least a First Division Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in the related trade or a Master’s Degree in the related subject from a recognized University or Equivalent.
- Minimum three Years’ of experience in research or design or development in the related field.
DRDO RAC Scientist Salary Details
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- Scientist E: Basic Pay: Rs. 1,23,100/-, Level 13
- Scientist D: Rs. 78,800/-, Level 12
- Scientist C: Basic Pay: Rs. 67,700/-, Level 11
DRDO RAC Scientist (C, D, E) Selection Process
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- Administrative Screening
- Technical Screening
- Personal Interview
- Merit List
DRDO RAC Scientist (C, D, E) Exam Pattern
- In Administrative Screening, the details of candidates, such as age, qualifications, and experience, will be verified.
- In Technical Screening applications, shortlisted by holding a Meeting of the Technical Screening Committee, and after Biodata-based Technical Screening at Level-1, a Preliminary Online Interview of short duration (10-15 minutes) was conducted at Technical Screening Level-2
- After the Technical Screening at Level-1 or Level-2, candidates are called for a final interview.
- For the full details, read the official notification.
How to Apply for DRDO RAC Scientist (C, D, E) 2026
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- Go to the official website or use the link provided in the link section.
- To get registered, the candidate will enter details such as name, e-mail, category, and mobile number.
- Registered Candidate Log in using their Registration Number and Date of Birth, and fill in all required personal details.
- The candidate has filled in their Educational qualifications, Address, and other details requested.
- Upload photo, signature, and other details in JPG OR PDF Format.
- Make an online payment.
- Ensure the fee submission is completed and finalised.
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Arattai Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Home | Click Here |
Source: Information is taken from the official notification released by the Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment & Assessment Centre.
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