DRDO RAC Scientist Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 33 Scientist C, Scientist D and More Posts

Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment & Assessment Centre (DRDO RAC) has officially released the Scientist Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. 157) for multiple vacancies across Scientist E, Scientist D, and Scientist C positions under the Defence Research & Development Service (DRDS) cadre. Eligible engineering and science professionals meeting the prescribed educational qualifications and experience requirements can apply online from 30 May 2026 to 19 June 2026 through the RAC recruitment portal. Selected candidates will be appointed on a regular permanent basis under the Lateral Recruitment Scheme with basic pay ranging from ₹67,700 to ₹1,23,100 per month under Pay Levels 11, 12, and 13, along with applicable allowances.

. Only Indian Nationals can apply; The date for determining the eligibility of all candidates in every respect shall be the prescribed Closing Date (19 June 2026). First Division means 60% marks; where CGPA/CPI of 6.75 on a 10-point scale will be taken as equivalent to 60% as per AICTE guidelines; No rounding off of marks is permitted.