📌 Overview
The Defense Research & Development Organization (DRDO) released its Scientist ‘B’ recruitment (Advt. No. 156) in May 2025. Applications are now closed, and aspirants are waiting for the official Admit Card and Exam Date announcements. The recruitment is managed by the Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC).
- Organization: Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
- Post: Scientist ‘B’
- Recruiting Body: Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC)
- Application Window: June 17 – August 8, 2025
- Admit Card Release: Not yet announced
- Exam Date: Not yet announced
- Official Websites: drdo.gov.in, rac.gov.in
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date/Status |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | May 20, 2025 |
| Application Period | 17 June – 8 August 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
🔗 Candidates must regularly check rac.gov.in for official updates.
🖊️ How to Download Admit Card (once released)
- Visit RAC DRDO Portal
- Click on Scientist ‘B’ Admit Card 2025 link
- Login using Registration ID / Email ID and Password
- Download and print your admit card
The admit card will include:
- Candidate Name & Roll Number
- Exam Date & Centre
- Reporting Time
- Exam Day Instructions
📝 Selection Process
- Shortlisting – Based on GATE 2025 score
- Written Exam (if applicable) – RAC may conduct a screening test for some disciplines
- Personal Interview – Shortlisted candidates appear for interviews
- Final Merit List – Prepared using GATE score + Interview performance
✅ Eligibility & Age Limit
Educational Qualification
- Scientist ‘B’: B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline (Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Metallurgy, etc.) with a valid GATE score.
Age Limit (as of 4 July 2025)
- General / EWS: Max 28 years
- OBC (NCL): Max 31 years
- SC / ST: Max 33 years
- PwD: Extra relaxation as per Govt. rules
📚 Exam Pattern (if written test is conducted)
- Mode: Online / OMR based
- Questions: Objective type
- Subjects: Technical discipline + General Aptitude
- Duration: As per RAC notification
💰 Salary & Benefits
- Post: Scientist ‘B’
- Pay Level: Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500)
- Gross Salary (approx): ₹85,000 – ₹95,000/month
- Perks: DA, HRA, TA, Professional Update Allowance, Medical Benefits, Pension, LTC
📌 Documents Required for Exam
- DRDO Admit Card (print copy)
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhar, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License)
- Passport-size photos (extra copies)
- Academic & category certificates (for interview stage)
📌 Conclusion
The DRDO Scientist ‘B’ Admit Card 2025 and Exam Date have not been announced yet. Candidates must keep checking the RAC portal (rac.gov.in) for updates. With selection based on GATE score + interview, aspirants should continue their preparation and be ready for further announcements.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This blog is for informational purposes only. For accurate and updated details, always refer to the official websites drdo.gov.in and rac.gov.in.