DRDO RAC Chairperson Recruitment 2026 – 01 Post (Deputation/Re-employment) Level-17, New Delhi (Advt. No. 158)
Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC), DRDO
Delhi - New Delhi, Delhi
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The last date to apply was 7 Sept 2026. Applications are no longer accepted for this post.
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairperson, Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC) | DRDO-RAC-CHAIR-01 | Level-17 | 50–65 | 07 Sept 2026 | 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 1 | ||||
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
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Defence Research and Development Organisation Important Dates 2026
Defence Research and Development Organisation Application Fee 2026
No fee mentioned
Defence Research and Development Organisation Age Limit 2026
Minimum Age
50 Years
Maximum Age
65 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Defence Research and Development Organisation Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Level-17, Rs. 2,25,000 (7th CPC) + DA + HRA + Staff Car + reimbursements
Defence Research and Development Organisation Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chairperson, Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC)Grade: Level-17 | 1 | Rs. 2,25,000 (Level-17, 7th CPC) + DA + HRA + perks | Secretary to Govt. of India level or equivalent | Eminent retired/serving scientist, technologist, academician, or civil servant at Secretary to GoI level | 65 yrs |
| Total Vacancies | 1 | |||||
Defence Research and Development Organisation Eligibility Criteria 2026
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Defence Research and Development Organisation Job Details & Overview
DRDO RAC Chairperson Recruitment 2026 – 01 Post
Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC), DRDO (Ministry of Defence, Government of India), invites applications from eminent retired/serving persons for the post of Chairperson RAC on re-employment on contract / deputation basis. Advertisement No: 158.
Important Details
- Organization: Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC), DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Government of India
- Post: Chairperson, RAC
- No. of Posts: 01
- Pay Level: Level-17 (Rs. 2,25,000) (7th CPC)
- Type: Re-employment on contract / Deputation basis (3 years or till 65 years, whichever is earlier)
- Closing Date: 07 Sep 2026
Eligibility
- Eminent Retired / Serving persons (Scientists, Technologists, Academicians and Civil Servants) at the level of Secretary to the Govt. of India (Level 17 of Pay Matrix in the 7th CPC/ Pay level Rs. 2,25,000).
Selection Process
- Selected through a high-level Search-cum-Selection Committee appointed by the Government of India, in accordance with DOP&T instructions, with the approval of Appointments Committee of Cabinet (ACC).
- The Committee may consider any other name(s) apart from biodata received against this advertisement.
How to Apply
- Download biodata format from RAC website: rac.gov.in
- Duly filled biodata with undertaking sent by Speed Post to: The Director, Recruitment and Assessment Centre, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054
- Must reach on or before 07 Sep 2026.
Pay & Perks
- Basic pay (less pension): Rs. 1,12,500
- DA on Basic pay, as applicable
- Accommodation, or HRA as applicable
- Staff Car
- Reimbursement of Newspaper expenditure
- Reimbursement of Telephone bill expenditure
- Reimbursement of Briefcase / Office bag expenditure every three years
Contact
- Address: Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi-110054
- Tel: 49536496, 49092978
- Email: director.rac@gov.in
- Website: rac.gov.in
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Defence Research and Development Organisation Category-wise Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
How to Apply for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC), DRDO's DRDO RAC Chairperson Recruitment 2026 – 01 Post (Deputation/Re-employment) Level-17, New Delhi (Advt. No. 158) before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC), DRDO recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of No fee mentioned online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Note: the last date to apply was 7 Sept 2026, so online applications for this post are now closed.
Defence Research and Development Organisation Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Defence Research and Development Organisation Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC), DRDO recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Recruitment & Assessment Centre (RAC), DRDO notification before submitting.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is DRDO RAC Chairperson Recruitment 2026 – 01 Post (Deputation/Re-employment) Level-17, New Delhi (Advt. No. 158)?
DRDO RAC Chairperson Recruitment 2026 – 01 Post (Deputation/Re-employment) Level-17, New Delhi (Advt. No. 158) is a government recruitment notification published by Defence Research and Development Organisation. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026 start on 11 August 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026 is 07 September 2026.
What is the application fee for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026?
No fee mentioned
What is the age limit for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026 is 65 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026?
Level 17 Secretary to GoI or equivalent. Eminent retired/serving scientists, technologists, academicians, civil servants.
When is the exam date for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026?
The exam for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026 is scheduled on 07 September 2026.
How to apply for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Defence Research and Development Organisation Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.