The DRDO RAC Scientist B Recruitment 2025 has been officially released for 148 vacancies in DRDO, ADA, and other establishments under the Ministry of Defence. Interested and eligible graduate engineers and postgraduates in Science disciplines can apply online at the official RAC website (https://rac.gov.in) within 21 days from the date of advertisement publication in the Employment News.
DRDO RAC Scientist B Recruitment 2025
Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC), under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has released the DRDO Scientist B Notification 2025 for recruiting 148 posts of Scientist B in DRDO, Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), and encadred posts under WESEE, CME, AFMC, SCN Jalandhar, SCC Bhopal, and others.
Candidates will be selected through GATE scores followed by a personal interview. The posts are classified under Group ‘A’ (Gazetted) and offer a pay scale in Level-10 (Basic Pay Rs. 56,100/-) as per the 7th CPC.
The approximate total monthly salary, including HRA and allowances, will be around Rs. 1,00,000 in metro cities.
DRDO RAC Scientist B Vacancy 2025
A total of 148 vacancies are announced across various technical and scientific disciplines. The distribution is as follows:
| Department | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| DRDO | 127 |
| ADA | 09 |
| Encadred Posts (AFMC, WESEE, CME, etc.) | 12 |
| Total | 148 |
Key Disciplines include:
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Electrical, Civil, and Chemical Engineering
- Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- Aeronautical Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Biostatistics, Entomology
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Eligibility Criteria for DRDO Scientist B 2025
Nationality: Only Indian nationals are eligible.
Educational Qualification
- Engineering Disciplines: First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in relevant discipline + Valid GATE score.
- Science Disciplines: First Class Master’s Degree in relevant discipline + Valid GATE score.
- Final year students expecting first class can apply, but must submit proof by 31st July 2025.
Age Limit (as on application closing date)
- UR/EWS: Max 35 years
- OBC (NCL): Max 38 years
- SC/ST: Max 40 years
- PwBD: Relaxation up to 10 years
- Central Govt. Employees & Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt. norms
Application Process for DRDO RAC Recruitment 2025
Candidates must apply online via https://rac.gov.in. The application form will require uploading the following documents:
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Educational certificates and mark sheets
- Valid GATE scorecard and result screenshot
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photo and signature
- RCI registration (for Clinical Psychology)
- Intimation letter for Govt. employees
Application Fee:
- General/EWS/OBC (Male): ₹100
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempted
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DRDO RAC Scientist B Selection Process 2025
The selection process comprises two main stages:
Shortlisting via GATE Score
- Candidates will be shortlisted in a 1:10 ratio based on discipline-wise and category-wise merit.
Personal Interview
- Will be held at Delhi or other locations as decided by RAC.
- Final selection will be based on:
- 80% weightage to GATE Score
- 20% weightage to Interview
Qualifying Marks in Interview:
- UR: 70%
- EWS/OBC/SC/ST/PwBD: 60%
DRDO RAC Scientist B Salary 2025
The salary is offered at Level-10 of the 7th Pay Commission:
- Basic Pay: Rs. 56,100/-
- Total Monthly Emoluments: ~Rs. 1,00,000/- (including HRA and allowances at metro city rates)
DRDO RAC Scientist B Notification 2025 PDF
The official notification is available on the RAC website. It contains all essential details, such as the list of disciplines, eligibility, selection procedure, application process, and more. Candidates can click the link below to download the detailed notification.
DRDO RAC Scientist B Notification 2025 – [Click to Download PDF]
FAQs – DRDO RAC Scientist B Recruitment 2025
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in DRDO RAC Scientist B Recruitment 2025?
A: A total of 148 vacancies are announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
A: The last date to apply is 21 days from the date of publication in Employment News.
Q3. How can I apply for DRDO Scientist B posts?
A: You can apply online through the RAC website – https://rac.gov.in.
Q4. What is the selection process?
A: Selection is based on GATE score (80%) + Personal Interview (20%).
Q5. Is GATE qualification mandatory?
A: Yes, a valid GATE score in the relevant subject is mandatory.