DRDO RAC – Recruitment & Assessment Centre invites online recruitment applications through DRDO RAC – Recruitment & Assessment Centre website (https://rac.gov.in) (Advt. No. 157) for the following posts of 33 Scientist E, Scientist D and Scientist C vacancies on regular basis. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, Apply Online on the official Web-site of this DRDO RAC – Recruitment & Assessment Centre i.e. https://rac.gov.in/. The online application portal will be opened on 03.06.2026 for filling online applications and the date for closing the online application interface is 19.06.2026 at 04.00 PM.
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Eligible candidates with qualifications B.E/B.Tech, M.E/M.Tech, M.Sc can apply online. The primary job locations for these coveted Scientist posts are spread All Over India. Registered candidates will receive a link to download their exam hall tickets via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
DRDO RAC Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: DRDO RAC – Recruitment & Assessment Centre |
| Notification No: 157 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 33 Scientist E, Scientist D and Scientist C Posts |
| Place of Posting: All Over India |
| Starting Date: 03.06.2026 |
| Last Date: 19.06.2026 at 04.00 PM |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://rac.gov.in/ |
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Current DRDO RAC Job Openings:
- Scientist ‘E’ (ECE) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘D’ (Computer Science & Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘D’ (Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘D’ (Mechanical Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘D’ (Physics / Photonics/Optics & Opto Electronics / Engineering Physics) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘D’ (Chemical Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘D’ (Chemical Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘D’ (Mechanical Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘C’ (Electronics & Communication Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘C’ (Electronics & Communication Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘C’ (Electronics & Communication Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘C’ (Computer Science & Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘C’ (Electronics Engg/ Electronics & Communication Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘C’ (Electronics & Communication Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘C’ (Computer Science & Engineering) – 02 Posts
- Scientist ‘C’ (Electronics Engineering/Elect ronics & Communication Engineering) – 02 Posts
- Scientist ‘C’ (Oceanography / Physical Oceanography) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘C’ (Mathematics/ Mathematics and Computing/ Mathematical Science/Applied Mathematics) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘C’ (Chemical Engineering) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘C’ (Physiology) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘C’ (Electrical Engineering) –
- Scientist ‘C’ (Pharmacology) – 01 Post
- Scientist ‘C’ (Remote Sensing/Remote Sensing & GIS/ Geoinformatics / Geomatics/Civil) – 01 Post
DRDO RAC Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for DRDO RAC:
Age Limit for DRDO RAC: (As on 19.06.2026)
- For Scientist ‘D’/‘E’: not exceeding 45 years.
- For Scientist ‘C’: not exceeding 35 years.
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- +5 Years for ST/SC
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- +10 Years for UR
- +13 Years for OBC (NCL)
- +15 Years for ST/SC
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale for DRDO RAC:
- Scientist ‘E’ – Rs. 1,23,100/- , Level 13
- Scientist ‘D’ – Rs. 78,800/- , Level 12
- Scientist ‘C’ – Rs. 67,700/- , Level 11
Method of Selection for DRDO RAC:
- Short Listing
- Interview
Application Fee for DRDO RAC:
- For SC/ST/Divyang and Women Applicants – Nil
- For Other Applicants – Rs.100/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 03.06.2026 and 19.06.2026 at 04.00 PM (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the DRDO RAC – Recruitment & Assessment Centre website https://rac.gov.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 03.06.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 19.06.2026 at 04.00 PM
DRDO RAC Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of DRDO RAC: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for DRDO RAC: Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form for DRDO RAC: Click Here to Apply |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Is DRDO RAC Scientist a permanent job?
Yes, it is a permanent Job.
What are the stages of recruitment process?
Short Listing, Interview
Who are all eligible for Fee Concession?
SC/ST/Divyang and Women
What is the crucial date for reckoning age for this Scientist?
The crucial date for reckoning age is 19.06.2026
