Attention, engineers and science postgraduates (DRDO Scientist B Recruitment 2025 – Apply for 148 Posts) India premier defense research organization, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), along with allied institutions, has launched a massive recruitment drive for 148 Scientist B positions across cutting-edge domains. Starting salary of ₹1 lakh per month, this is your chance to contribute to national security and innovation. Here allthe details are provided about this job.
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DRDO Scientist B Recruitment 2025 – Apply for 148 Posts Overview
| Posts | Scientist B (Level-10, 7th CPC Pay Matrix). |
| Salary | ₹56,100 basic pay + allowances ≈ ₹1,00,000/month |
| Organizations | DRDO, ADA (Aeronautical Development Agency), WESEE, CME, AFMC, and Army/Navy/Air HQ selection centers. |
| Total Vacancies | 148 |
| Online Application Start Date | 14-06-2025 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 04-07-2025 |
Branch-Wise Vacancies & Eligibility
| Subject | Total Vacancies | Essential Qualification | GATE Paper Code |
| Electronics & Comm Engg | 40 (DRDO+ADA+WESEE) | 1st Class BE/B.Tech in ECE or equivalent | EC |
| Mechanical Engg | 34 (DRDO+ADA) | 1st Class BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engg or equivalent | ME |
| Computer Science & Engg | 34 (DRDO+ADA+CME+WESEE) | 1st Class BE/B.Tech in CSE/IT or equivalent | CS |
| Electrical Engg | 7 (DRDO+CME) | 1st Class BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engg or equivalent | EE |
| Physics | 4 (DRDO) | 1st Class MSc in Physics or equivalent | PH |
| Chemistry | 3 (DRDO) | 1st Class MSc in Chemistry or equivalent | CY |
| Aeronautical/Aerospace Engg | 5 (DRDO) | 1st Class BE/B.Tech in Aeronautical/Aerospace Engg or equivalent | AE |
| Biomedical Engg | 2 (DRDO) | 1st Class BE/B.Tech in Biomedical Engg or equivalent | BM |
| Psychology/Clinical Psych | 5 (AFMC+SCN/SCC) | MSc in Psychology/Clinical Psychology + RCI registration (for Clinical Psych) | XH (GATE HSS) |
Educational Qualification:
- Engineers: First-class BE/B.Tech in the relevant discipline.
- Science PG: First-class MSc in Physics/Chemistry/Maths/Statistics.
- Final-year students can apply Submit your degree by 31 July 2025.
Documents Needed:
GATE scorecard + screenshot of GATE result.
Degree/mark sheets, birth certificate, caste/EWS/PwD certificate (if applicable).
Recent photo, signature, and RCI registration
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Based on GATE score (1:10 ratio).
- Interview: 20% weightage.
- Final Merit: 80% GATE score + 20% interview.
- Minimum interview marks: 70% (UR), 60% (EWS/OBC/SC/ST/PwD).
- Medical & Background Check: Mandatory for final selection.
How to Apply
- Online Registration: Visit RAC Portal.
- Application Fee: ₹100 (UR/EWS/OBC male candidates). SC/ST/PwD/women No Fee.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian nationals only.
- Age Limit (as of closing date):
- UR/EWS: 35 years
- OBC: 38 years
- SC/ST: 40 years
- Age relaxations apply for PwD, ex-servicemen, and govt. employees.
Useful Link
| Notification PDF | Download |
| DRDO Official Webiste | Click Here |
| Apply Online (RAC) | Click Here |
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