DRDO Scientist B Recruitment 2025: 152 Vacancies Across DRDO, ADA & Ministry of Defence Apply Online

Confident Indian engineers in front of DRDO headquarters promoting DRDO Scientist B Recruitment 2025 with GATE-based vacancy details and national pride.

Are you a GATE-qualified engineer or a science post-grad looking for a prestigious government job? The Recruitment and Assessment Centre (RAC), under DRDO, is inviting applications for 152 Scientist B posts across DRDO, ADA, and other key defence establishments!

If your dream is to work in national defence R&D, this opportunity might just be your launchpad.

✅ DRDO Scientist B 2025: Key Highlights

FeatureDetails
Recruiting BodyDRDO – RAC (Recruitment and Assessment Centre)
Post NameScientist ‘B’
Total Vacancies152
Application ModeOnline
Last Date to Apply04 July 2025 (4 PM)
Selection ProcessGATE Score + Interview
Official Websitehttps://rac.gov.in

Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria for DRDO Scientist B Recruitment

🎓 Educational Qualification:

You must have a First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology, or a First Class Master’s Degree (for Science disciplines), in a relevant subject from a recognized university with a valid GATE score (2023/2024/2025).

💻 Disciplines and GATE Paper Codes:

The recruitment is open for candidates from the following streams:

  • Electronics & Communication Engineering – GATE EC

  • Mechanical Engineering – GATE ME

  • Computer Science & IT – GATE CS

  • Electrical Engineering – GATE EE

  • Material Science / Metallurgy – GATE MT/XE

  • Physics / Chemistry / Mathematics – GATE PH / CY / MA

  • Civil Engineering – GATE CE

  • Biomedical / Chemical / Aerospace Engineering – GATE BM / CH / AE

  • Psychology / Clinical Psychology / Biostatistics / Entomology – GATE XH / ST / XL

Note: Final-year students expecting first-class results by 31 July 2025 can also apply.

DRDO Scientist B 2025: Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

OrganizationNo. of Posts
DRDO125
ADA (Aeronautical Development Agency)09
WESEE (Weapons & Electronics Systems Engineering Establishment)03
CME, AFMC, SCN/SCC/SCE15

💼 Salary and Perks

Selected candidates will be appointed at Pay Level 10 (₹56,100/- Basic Pay). Total emoluments at metro locations are approx. ₹1,00,000 per month including HRA and other allowances.

This is a Group ‘A’ Gazetted post under Central Government—prestige, security, and perks included!

📅 Important Dates

EventDate
Online Application StartAlready Open
Last Date to Apply04 July 2025, 4:00 PM IST
Tentative Interview ScheduleTo be announced later via email and RAC website

📍 How to Apply for DRDO Scientist B Recruitment 2025

  • Visit the official website: https://rac.gov.in

  • Register online and create your profile.

  • Fill in your personal, academic, and GATE details.

  • Upload scanned photo, signature, and certificates.

  • Pay ₹100 (UR/OBC/EWS Males). No fee for SC/ST/PwD/Women.

  • Finalize and lock your application before 4 PM, 04 July 2025.

🧠 Selection Process: What Happens Next?

Selection will be based on:

  • GATE Score (80% weightage)

  • Personal Interview (20% weightage)

Shortlisted candidates (1:10 ratio) will be informed through email/SMS. Interviews will be conducted in Delhi or other centres.

Minimum marks in the interview:

  • 70% for UR

  • 60% for EWS/OBC/SC/ST/PwD

🛡️ Why Join DRDO & ADA as Scientist B?

Working with DRDO or ADA isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to contribute to India’s national defence and innovation. You get:

  • Job security + high-end tech exposure

  • Excellent work-life balance

  • Research projects in aeronautics, AI, cyber systems, and more

  • Possibility to work in ADA, AFMC, CME, and Indian Armed Forces’ R&D

Whether you’re into missile systems, AI-based defense tools, combat aircraft, or advanced materials—this is your moment.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

🔸 Submitting without locking application
🔸 Entering incorrect GATE score
🔸 Not uploading certificates in the right format
🔸 OBC/EWS certificates not valid for FY 2025-26
🔸 Waiting till the last day to apply

🧾 Documents Required for DRDO Application

✔️ 10th Certificate (DOB proof)
✔️ Degree Certificate & Marksheet
✔️ GATE Scorecard (2023/2024/2025)
✔️ Passport-size photo & signature
✔️ Caste/Category/EWS Certificate (if applicable)
✔️ Proof of final year result (if awaited)

✍️ Final Words: Should You Apply?

If you’re someone with a valid GATE score, first-class academic record, and a deep interest in contributing to India’s defence sector, this is one of the best Sarkari job opportunities of 2025. From attractive salary to top-tier research opportunities—this is more than just a job. It’s a career in building India’s future tech.

👉 Apply before 4 July 2025 on https://rac.gov.in

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