DRDO RAC Recruitment 2026: 16 Vacancies for Scientist C (Computer Science) and other posts, Apply by 19 Jun
The last date for this recruitment has passed. Check the official website for any extension or new notice.
Defence Research and Development Organisation – Recruitment & Assessment Centre (DRDO RAC) has announced 16 vacancies for Scientist C (Computer Science) and other posts. The last date to apply is 19 June 2026.
This page puts the key facts in one place: vacancies, pay, eligibility, age, fee, selection and the official links.
DRDO RAC – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist E (Electronics & Communication Engineering) | 1 | ₹1,23,100 | All India |
| Scientist D (Computer Science & Engineering) | 1 | ₹78,800 | All India |
| Scientist D (Aeronautical, Aerospace Engineering) | 1 | ₹78,800 | All India |
| Scientist D (Mechanical Engineering) | 1 | ₹78,800 | All India |
| Scientist D (Physics, Photonics, Optics & Opto-Electronics, Engineering Physics) | 1 | ₹78,800 | All India |
| Scientist D (Chemical Engineering – Process Chemical Plant) | 1 | ₹78,800 | All India |
| Scientist D (Chemical Engineering – Metallurgical Processes) | 1 | ₹78,800 | All India |
| Scientist D (Mechanical Engineering – Solid Propulsion) | 1 | ₹78,800 | All India |
| Scientist C (Electronics & Communication Engineering – Communication Systems) | 1 | ₹67,700 | All India |
| Scientist C (Electronics & Communication Engineering – FPGA, Signal Processing) | 1 | ₹67,700 | All India |
| Scientist C (Electronics & Communication Engineering – Signal, Image, RF) | 1 | ₹67,700 | All India |
| Scientist C (Computer Science & Engineering – AI, ML, Deep Learning) | 1 | ₹67,700 | All India |
| Scientist C (Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering – Digital Hardware, FPGA) | 1 | ₹67,700 | All India |
| Scientist C (Electronics & Communication Engineering – Communication) | 1 | ₹67,700 | All India |
| Scientist C (Computer Science & Engineering – AI, HPC, Software) | 2 | ₹67,700 | All India |
| Total Vacancies: | 16 |
DRDO RAC Recruitment – Eligibility
Each post asks for its own qualification. The table lists what Defence Research and Development Organisation – Recruitment & Assessment Centre (DRDO RAC) wants for every post, so match your certificates against it before you apply.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Scientist E (Electronics & Communication Engineering) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Scientist D (Computer Science & Engineering) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering |
| Scientist D (Aeronautical, Aerospace Engineering) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Aeronautical, Aerospace Engineering |
| Scientist D (Mechanical Engineering) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering |
| Scientist D (Physics, Photonics, Optics & Opto-Electronics, Engineering Physics) | First Division M.Sc. in Physics, Photonics OR First Division B.E./B.Tech in Optics & Opto-Electronics, Engineering Physics |
| Scientist D (Chemical Engineering – Process Chemical Plant) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering |
| Scientist D (Chemical Engineering – Metallurgical Processes) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering |
| Scientist D (Mechanical Engineering – Solid Propulsion) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering |
| Scientist C (Electronics & Communication Engineering – Communication Systems) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Scientist C (Electronics & Communication Engineering – FPGA, Signal Processing) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Scientist C (Electronics & Communication Engineering – Signal, Image, RF) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Telecommunication |
| Scientist C (Computer Science & Engineering – AI, ML, Deep Learning) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering |
| Scientist C (Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering – Digital Hardware, FPGA) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Scientist C (Electronics & Communication Engineering – Communication) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Scientist C (Computer Science & Engineering – AI, HPC, Software) | First Division B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering |
The age limit for each post is below. Check the cut-off date and the relaxation for your category in the official notice.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Scientist E (Electronics & Communication Engineering) | Max 45 years |
| Scientist D (Computer Science & Engineering) | Max 45 years |
| Scientist D (Aeronautical, Aerospace Engineering) | Max 45 years |
| Scientist D (Mechanical Engineering) | Max 45 years |
| Scientist D (Physics, Photonics, Optics & Opto-Electronics, Engineering Physics) | Max 45 years |
| Scientist D (Chemical Engineering – Process Chemical Plant) | Max 45 years |
| Scientist D (Chemical Engineering – Metallurgical Processes) | Max 45 years |
| Scientist D (Mechanical Engineering – Solid Propulsion) | Max 45 years |
| Scientist C (Electronics & Communication Engineering – Communication Systems) | Max 35 years |
| Scientist C (Electronics & Communication Engineering – FPGA, Signal Processing) | Max 35 years |
| Scientist C (Electronics & Communication Engineering – Signal, Image, RF) | Max 35 years |
| Scientist C (Computer Science & Engineering – AI, ML, Deep Learning) | Max 35 years |
| Scientist C (Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering – Digital Hardware, FPGA) | Max 35 years |
| Scientist C (Electronics & Communication Engineering – Communication) | Max 35 years |
| Scientist C (Computer Science & Engineering – AI, HPC, Software) | Max 35 years |
Check the official notice for the application fee and the payment method. Some notices charge no fee.
The selection steps are: not Available. Keep your original documents ready for verification.
How to Apply for DRDO RAC Recruitment
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online |
Open the official website or the apply link below, register, fill in the form, upload your photo, signature and documents, pay the fee if it applies, and submit before 19 June 2026. Save a copy of the confirmation page.
Important Links
| Official notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Apply online | Click Here |
| Official website | Click Here |
We write these details from the official notice. Mistakes can happen and dates can change, so check the official notification before you apply or pay any fee. This is not a government website.