Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) – RAC has released the official notification for the recruitment of Scientist ‘B’ under various disciplines. Candidates having required qualifications can apply online for 152 vacancies. Check eligibility, important dates, and apply online through the links given below.
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)DRDO RAC Scientist B Recruitment 2025DRDO RAC Advt No 156 | Short Details of NotificationWWW.GOVFORMHUB.COM |
Application Fee:General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/- SC / ST / PH / All Female Candidates: ₹0/- (Nil) Fee payment via online mode only. |
Age Limit (As on 12/07/2025):Maximum Age: UR / EWS: 30 Years OBC: 33 Years SC / ST: 35 Years Age Relaxation Extra as per Govt. of India rules. |
DRDO RAC Scientist–B Recruitment 2025 : Selection Process:
- Shortlisting based on GATE 2025 score
- Descriptive Written Exam (Paper‑I & II)
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification & Medical Fitness
DRDO RAC Scientist–B Recruitment 2025 : Exam Pattern
| Stage | Mode | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper‑I (Descriptive) | Offline | 3 hrs | 300 |
| Paper‑II (Descriptive) | Offline | 3 hrs | 300 |
| Total | 6 hrs | 600 | |
| No negative marking for descriptive papers. |
Paper‑I: Discipline-specific engineering/science topics
Paper‑II: GATE-related topics + General reasoning section
DRDO RAC Scientist–B Recruitment 2025 : Syllabus Overview
Discipline Paper‑I (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, CSE)
Covers core engineering/science subjects corresponding to your GATE discipline. For example:
- Computer Science & Engg (CSE)
Engineering Mathematics, Discrete Math, Algorithms, OS, DBMS, Networks - Mechanical, ECE, etc.
The syllabus includes relevant core topics (e.g., Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electronics, Communication)
Paper‑II (Common for all)
- Engineering Aptitude — Logical/Abstract/Numerical/Conceptual Reasoning (≈50 marks)
- Discipline-specific advanced content, aligned with GATE topics
What to Focus On
- GATE 2025 Valid Score: Essential for shortlisting
- Depth of Knowledge: Strong conceptual clarity in your discipline for both papers
- Practice Descriptive Writing: Engineering explanations, derivations, diagrams — crucial for descriptive papers
- Reasoning Skills: Prepare well for Paper‑II aptitude section
DRDO RAC Scientist–B Recruitment 2025 : Preparation Tips
- Start GATE-focused study early: theory + problem-solving
- Solve previous DRDO Scientist B descriptive papers by branch
- Practice writing concise and accurate technical answers
- Build speed and depth in reasoning questions
Selection Workflow
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| GATE Score | Used for initial shortlisting |
| Descriptive Exam | Assesses both technical depth and communication skills |
| Interview | Technical + HR-based evaluation |
| Document Verification | Educational proof, GATE score, identity, category, etc. |
| Medical Examination | Final fitness assessment |
Importent links |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Join Govformhub Channel | Telegram | WhatsApp |
| Official Website | DRDO |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Do I need a GATE score to apply?
✅ Yes, GATE 2025 score is mandatory for shortlisting.
Q2. Is it only descriptive papers?
✅ Yes — 2 papers × 3 hrs = 600 marks; no MCQs, no negative marking.
Q3. Is reasoning included?
✅ Yes, in Paper II along with domain-specific questions.
Q4. Is there an interview?
✅ Yes, based on written performance + credentials.
Q5. How many vacancies are there?
✅ 152 posts across DRDO and allied labs.
Q6. What’s the salary?
✅ Level–10 Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,00,000 (7th CPC)