DRDO RAC Scientist Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 33 Posts

DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation) has released the DRDO Scientist Recruitment 2026 for Indian Citizens. This DRDO RAC Recruitment 2026 opportunity involves recruitment for the post of Scientist ‘C’, ‘D’ and ‘E’ in various fields such as Electronics, Computer Science, Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, Physics and many other streams. Applications are invited for DRDO Scientist C D E Vacancy through online medium up to June 19, 2026, after checking DRDO Scientist Eligibility Criteria like education, experience, age. The selection of candidates for the Defence Research and Development Organisation Jobs will consist of Technical Screening and Personal Interview which shall finally lead to appointment of selected candidates across India, possibly including difficult and remote locations. It’s the best time for the Government Jobs for Engineers in India.

Know About DRDO

National Institute for Defence Studies is the foremost government research establishment in India that is engaged in scientific studies related to defence and military applications on behalf of the Ministry of Defence. NIDS continually endeavours to achieve self-sufficiency with respect to defence technologies. The responsibilities assigned to the NIDS include the design, RD&T (Research Development and Testing) of systems, subsystems or products that are critical to national security and other related functions. The National Institute for Defence Studies also endeavours to provide its employees with an environment conducive to a rewarding career, by attempting to implement a Flexible Complementing Scheme for growth opportunities.

Key Dates to Remember

• Application Start Date: Available now
• Last Date to Apply Online: June 19, 2026 (16:00 hrs.)
• Closing Date for Submission of Online Applications: June 19, 2026

Available Positions for DRDO RAC Scientist Recruitment 2026

Regular Posts in DRDS Cadre: 25 Posts

Encadred Posts in DRDS Cadre: 08 Posts

Eligibility Details for DRDO RAC Scientist Recruitment 2026

Age Limitations (as of June 19, 2026)

• Scientist ‘D’ and ‘E’: Maximum 45 years
• Scientist ‘C’: Maximum 35 years

Age Relaxation:

• Divyang/PwD Candidates: Up to 10 years.
• To central government employees: maximum 5 years (a minimum service of 3 years).
• Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules.
• Note: Maximum age shall not exceed 56 years including all relaxations.

Application Fee Details

• General/OBC/EWS Male Candidates: Rs. 100/-
• SC/ST/Divyang/Women Candidates: No fee
• Mode of Payment: Online only.

Pay Structure Details

• Scientist ‘E’: Rs. 1,23,100/- (Level 13, 7th CPC)
• Scientist ‘D’: Rs. 78,800/- (Level 12, 7th CPC)
• Scientist ‘C’: Rs. 67,700/- (Level 11, 7th CPC)

Selection Procedure for DRDO RAC Scientist Recruitment 2026

• Administrative Screening: Checking of identity, age, qualifications, experience and CCA statement (if applicable) for DRDO RAC Recruitment 2026 for Central Government Jobs.
• Technical Screening (Level 1): Candidates would be screened on the basis of experience, qualification and other factors for DRDO Scientist C D E Vacancy.
• Technical Screening (Level 2): First round of online interview (if necessary) for further shortlisting.
• Final Personal Interview: Personal interview before the selection board. Candidate should secure a minimum of 75 percent marks (75/100) for qualifying.
• Remark: If there is less number of short-listed candidates in any round, then the recruitment procedure will stand canceled or fresh advertisement can be issued.

Preparation of DRDO Scientist Exam: Best Books

Candidates aiming to secure good marks in DRDO Scientist Recruitment 2026 exam need to study as per the below mentioned books for preparing the technical as well as aptitudes subjects:

• Electronics & Communication Engineering: Digital Communications by John Proakis and Electronic Devices and Circuit Theory by Robert Boylestad.
• Computer Science & Engineering: Cormen’s “Introduction to Algorithms”, Karumanchi’s “Data Structures and Algorithms”.
• Mechanical Engineering: Mechanical Engineering Design by Shigley, Thermodynamics by Cengel and Boles
• Optics/Physics: Optics by Hecht, Fundamentals of Photonics by Saleh and Teich
• Aptitude: Quantitative Aptitude by R.S. Aggarwal, Logical Reasoning by Arun Sharma

Benefits of Solving Previous Exam Papers

• Exam Pattern Knowledge: Previous year papers allow students to become accustomed to the pattern of the examination and the level of difficulty.
• Time Saving: Previous year papers save time by improving speed and precision that is needed in an examination.
• Spotting Weak Areas: Students become aware of their weak areas through solving previous year papers.
• Building confidence: It uplifts the candidate’s confidence before taking up examination.

Application Procedure for DRDO RAC Scientist Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official website at https://rac.gov.in
• Click on the ‘recruitment’ tab and then search for “Advertisement #157”.
• Use the login credentials to fill in the online form for DRDO Scientist C D E Vacancy.
• Scan the following documents and upload them:
  • A passport-sized photograph of size ≤ 30 KB.
  • Signature of the candidate, size ≤ 30 KB.
  • Academic certificates and mark sheets.
  • Experience certificates and salary slips.
  • CCA declaration (as necessary).
  • Caste/disability certificate (as necessary).
• Make any required payment of the application fee through the online mode.
• Review all the filled-in information on your application before submitting the application for the post of Scientist Recruitment 2026.
• Download a copy of the application for future use.

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