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DRDO RAC Chairperson Recruitment 2026 (Advt 158)

Defence Research and Development Organisation

Domain: Defense & Security
Employment Type: Contract
Stage: Announcement - Official Advertisement

Posted: 20 days ago

Location: CENTRAL (Delhi)

Closes: 7 Sep 2026

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Job Details

Chairperson, RAC will formulate policies related to recruitment and assessment of DRDO & ADA scientists and provide guidance to ensure objectivity and confidentiality in all selection activities to achieve the highest level of stakeholder satisfaction.

Level:
central
State:
Delhi
Cities:
Delhi

Job Summary

Central-level appointment drive by RAC, DRDO to engage a Chairperson (Advt. 158). The role oversees recruitment and assessment policy for DRDO & ADA scientists; selection via Search-cum-Selection Committee with ACC approval. Applications are by Speed Post using the RAC biodata form.

Important Dates

  1. Publication date

  2. Last date to apply · Closing date for receipt of applicationNext

Eligibility Criteria

1. Experience Requirements

CriteriaDetails
Experience RangeN/A - N/A years

2. Age Limit

CriteriaDetails
Age RangeN/A - N/A years
Upper age ceiling for tenureAppointment is for 3 years or till attainment of 65 years of age, whichever is earlier.

3. Other Eligibility

CriteriaDetails
Eligible cadre/levelEminent retired/serving persons (Scientists, Technologists, Academicians, Civil Servants) at the level of Secretary to the Government of India (Level 17 of Pay Matrix/Pay level ₹ 2,25,000).

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Post Details

1. Chairperson, Recruitment and Assessment Centre (RAC)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Level required: Secretary to Govt. of India level (Pay Level 17).
  • Eligible backgrounds: Scientists, Technologists, Academicians and Civil Servants with established and proven track record.

Additional Information

  • Advertisement Number: 158

Salary Details

> Gross Salary: 1,12,500 Monthly

> Grade Pay: Pay Level 17 of 7th CPC (₹ 2,25,000)

> Allowances: DA on basic pay as applicable; accommodation or HRA as applicable.

Other Information

  • Basic pay (less pension) for re-employed retirees: Rs 112500 (indicative, as per Government rules/norms, subject to amendments).

How to Apply

1. Application format:
Download the prescribed biodata format from the RAC website and fill it completely.
2. Submission mode:
Send the duly filled biodata by Speed Post to The Director, Recruitment and Assessment Centre, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054.
3. Deadline:
Application must reach RAC on or before 07 Sep 2026.
4. Undertaking:
Include an undertaking in the biodata that the applicant will join the post if selected.

Selection Process

1. Method:
Appointment on re-employment contract basis.
2. Committee:
High-level Search-cum-Selection Committee appointed by the Government of India, in accordance with extant DoP&T instructions.
3. Approvals:
Final approval by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).
4. Additional consideration:
Committee may consider any other name(s) in addition to biodata received against the advertisement.

Document Requirements

1. Undertaking:
An undertaking to join the post if selected must be part of the biodata.
2. Proof of level:
Attach proof of Pay Level 17 / Secretary-level post such as appointment letter or Pension Payment Order (PPO), etc.

Important Instructions

1. Rejection condition:
Biodata without the required undertaking will be summarily rejected.
2. Queries:
For any query, contact via email at director.rac@gov.in.

Contact Details

Address: The Director, Recruitment and Assessment Centre, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054

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