Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Recruitment Drive 2024

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Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Recruitment Drive 2024

Ishika Kathuria

Updated on 11th July, 2024 , 3 min read

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has released a notification related to DRDO recruitment 2024. The DRDO has released 4146 posts for 2024 recruitment on its official website. The application process will be conducted online, and interested candidates can fill out their application process.

About DRDO

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is a Ministry of Defence department responsible for research and development. Its main objective is to make India self-reliant in critical technologies relevant to national security, DRDO formulates and executes programs of scientific research, design, development, testing, and evaluation of various systems, subsystems, devices, and products required for the defence of the nation. DRDO has successfully developed Indigenous military systems and platforms such as the Agni and Prithvi series of missiles, light combat aircraft, Tejas, multi-barrel rocket launchers, Pinaka, air defence systems, and radars. It plays a vital role in building India’s defence system by ensuring technological advancements in it. DRDO employs highly qualified and competent scientists and technologists who constitute the Group 'A' (Class I Gazetted) Service known as the Defence Research & Development Service (DRDS).

Features of DRDO

DRDO takes utmost care of the career- advancement of its scientists and operates a merit-based promotion scheme under the  Flexible Complementing Scheme (FCS) up to the level of Scientist 'H' which means that each promotion is based purely on the merit basis of the scientist in the assessment board/ Peer Committee. In addition to the Basic Pay, DRDS scientists are entitled to get a House Rent Allowance of up to 24% of Basic Pay in case of non-availability of Government accommodation and other allowances viz, DA, Transport Allowance with DA on it, etc. as admissible to Central Government employees. Perquisites like Leave Travel Concession, Medical facilities, and Advances for PCs/ House Building are also admissible. Professional update allowance of Rs 22,500/- (for Scientist 'B', 'C' and 'D'), Rs 45,000/- (for Scientist 'E' and Scientist 'F') Rs 67,500/- (for Scientist G onwards) per annum and reimbursement of expenditures on newspapers/periodicals also admissible by provisions of relevant Rules.

DRDO Recruitment 2024

Organization/ Department

Defence Research Development Organization

Application Mode

Online

Recruitment Year

2024

Application Date

July 2024

Last Date

21 days from the date of publication

Who can apply

Males and Females both can apply.

Total vacancies

4156

Official Website

https://www.drdo.gov.in/

Post-Wise Qualification

Post

Qualification

Junior Translation Officer (JTO)

Master's Degree in English/ Hindi or Master's Degree in any subject with Hindi as the medium and English

Stenographer Grade-I

Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with a Dictation Speed of 10 Min @ 100 wpm & English Transcription of 40 minutes.

Stenographer Grade-II

Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with a Dictation Speed of 10 Min @ 100 wpm & English Transcription of 40 minutes.

Administrative Assistant ‘A’

(English Typing)

12th Examination with English Typing speed of 35 wpm.

Administrative Assistant ‘A’

(Hindi Typing)

12th Examination with English Typing speed of 30 wpm.

Store Assistant ‘A’

(English Typing)

12th Examination with English Typing speed of 30 wpm.

Store Assistant ‘A’

(Hindi Typing)

12th Examination with English Typing speed of 30 wpm.

Vehicle Operator

10th Examination with Valid Driving License & 3-year

Fire Engine Driver

10th Examination with a Valid Driving License

Fireman

10th High School Examination

 Steps to Fill DRDO Application Form 2024

·   To fill out the application form visit the official website of the Department of Defence Research and Development.

·   Click on the homepage and then click on the recruitment option.

·   Click on DRDO Recruitment 2024 and then click on apply.

·   Fill out the application carefully by reading all the instructions.

·   Once you submit the application, a unique number will pop up on your screen.

·   Pay the fees

·   Download and take out a printout of the payment receipt.

DRDO Application Fees

The DRDO application fees can be paid online through a Debit Card/Credit Card/ Net Banking/ E-challan.

Category

Fees

General/OBC/EWS

INR 100

SC/ST/PH

NIL

SELECTION PROCESS

The DRDO selection process for recruitment in 2024 begins with shortlisting the candidates. Then shortlisted candidates will go through the interview round and document verification phase. 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the full form of DRDO?

The full form of DRDO is Defence Research and Development Organisation.

How many vacancies has been released by DRDO for 2024 recruitment?

The DRDO has released 4146 posts for 2024 recruitment on its official website. The application process will be conducted online, and interested candidates can fill out their application process.

what is the official website of DRDO ?

The candidates can visit the official website @https://www.drdo.gov.in/.

What is the selection process for DRDO recruitment 2024?

The DRDO selection process for recruitment in 2024 begins with shortlisting the candidates. Then shortlisted candidates will go through the interview round and document verification phase.

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