What is DRDO?
– The Defence Research and Development Organisation [DRDO].
– Work under Ministry of Defence of the Government of India.
– DRDO develops defence technologies, systems/products that are required for Indian Armed Forces.
– Founded in 1958
– Official Website https://www.drdo.gov.in/
– Headquarters at DRDO Bhavan, New Delhi
– Employees are 30,000 (5,000 scientists)
– DRDO work in various disciplines like Aeronautics, Armaments, Electronics, Combat vehicles, Engineering systems, Instrumentation, Missiles, Advanced computing and simulation, Special materials, Naval systems, Life sciences, Training, Information systems and agriculture.
– 52 laboratories in India.
High Positions In DRDO.
| Grade | Level in Pay Matrix | Initial Pay in Pay Matrix ₹ |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist ‘B’ / Assistant Director | Level 10 | 56,100/- |
| Scientist ‘C’ / Deputy Director | Level 11 | 67,700/- |
| Scientist ‘D’ / Deputy Director (JAG) | Level 12 | 78,800/- |
| Scientist ‘E’ / Joint Director | Level 13 | 1,23,100/- |
| Scientist ‘F’ / Joint Director (SAG) | Level 13A | 1,31,100/- |
| Scientist ‘G’ / Associate Director / Additional Director | Level 14 | 1,44,200/- |
| Scientist ‘H’ (Outstanding Scientist) / Director | Level 15 | 1,82,200/- |
| Distinguished Scientist (DS) / Director-General | Level 16 | 2,05,400/- |
| Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman, DRDO | Level 17 | 2,25,000/- |
How to join DRDO.
Visit on Recruitment and Assessment Centre website for all DRDO job posts.
Official website of RAC https://rac.gov.in
What is eligibility for DRDO?
– Bachelor’s degree in Science or a 3-years Diploma in Engineering/Technology/Computer Science/allied subjects in the required discipline from a recognized institute.
– Age limit 18 to 25 years.
Credits- This information is taken from the Official Website of DRDO.
