Department of Defence Research and Development Recruitment 2026
Find job opportunities at DDRD. Work on cutting-edge research and development to enhance India's defence technology and strategic capabilities.
Type: DepartmentRecruitment: Annual (for scientists via RAC, and technicians/admin staff via CEPTAM), or as per project requirements.
About Department of Defence Research and Development
The Department of Defence Research and Development (DRDO) , under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, stands as the premier agency for military research and development. Established in 1958, DRDO's mandate is to empower India with state-of-the-art defence technologies and achieve self-reli…
Departments
- Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA)
- Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL)
- Electronics & Radar Development Establishment (LRDE)
- High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL)
- Instruments Research & Development Establishment (IRDE)
- Centre for Artificial Intelligence & Robotics (CAIR)
- Combat Vehicles Research & Development Estt. (CVRDE)
- Naval Materials Research Laboratory (NMRL)
Common Job Roles
- Scientist 'B'
- Senior Technical Assistant 'B'
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Technician 'A'
- Administrative Officer
- Research Associate (RA)
- Assistant
- Store Assistant
- Security Assistant
- Driver
Selection Process
Written Examination (CEPTAM/RAC) → Interview → Document Verification → Medical Examination
Pay Scale & Salary
DRDO offers attractive salary packages based on the 7th Pay Commission. Posts like Scientist 'B' typically fall under Level 10 (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500) with various allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other research incentives. Other technical and administrative posts also offer competitive pay scales and comprehensive benefits.
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