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1. Recruitment Overview
| Conducting Authority / Commission | Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Title / Post Name | Advertisement |
| Advertisement Number | DRDO-1 |
| Recruitment Year | 2026 |
| Total Notified Vacancies | As per official notification |
| Jurisdiction / Job Location | All India (Central Government Cadre) |
| Employment Nature | permanent |
| Application Mode | Offline / Prescribed Proforma Submission |
| Current Status | Active / Applications Accepted |
2. Important Official Dates
| Official Notification Release Date | 23 Aug 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 23 Aug 2026 |
| Notification Released / Application Window Opens | 23 Aug 2026 |
3. Latest Recruitment Updates & Notices
Verified Official Events
| Date | Update / Notice | Source Document |
|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug 2026 | Official DRDO Notification (DRDO-1) Official Notice | View Notice |
| 20 Aug 2026 | DRDO Invites Applications for Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) Across 18 Premier Defence Laboratories Official Update | View Notice |
| 18 Aug 2026 | Ministry of Defence Extends Technical Skill Certification & Lateral Entry Quotas for Agniveer Veterans Official Update | View Notice |
8. Selection Process & Stages
1Stage 1
Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Exam
2Stage 2
Document Verification
3Stage 3
Final Merit Listing
Standard Examination Pattern & Marking Scheme
Detailed Syllabus PageExam ModeCBT / Written MCQ
Question MediumBilingual (Hindi / Eng)
Standard Duration120 Minutes
Negative Marking0.25 / 0.33 Marks
Core Subject Modules: (1) General Intelligence & Reasoning, (2) General Awareness & Current Affairs, (3) Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Ability, (4) Domain Technical / Language Comprehension.
9. Required Documents for Registration
Recent Passport Size Photograph (clear background, JPG/JPEG format).
Candidate Signature clearly scanned in black ink.
10th (Matriculation) Certificate / Marksheet for Date of Birth verification.
Educational Qualification Marksheets & Degree / Diploma Certificates.
Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) if claiming reservation benefits.
Valid Government Photo ID Card (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Passport).
10. How to Apply Online
- 1
Visit the official candidate registration portal of Defence Research and Development Organisation using the verified link below.
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Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) with your active email address and mobile number.
- 3
Carefully fill in educational qualifications, personal info, reservation category, and communication address.
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Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and mandatory eligibility certificates in the prescribed file sizes.
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Pay the online application fee (if applicable) and download / print the final acknowledgment receipt for future recruitment stages.
11. Important Official Links
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Commission Website | Defence Research and Development Organisation Official Portal |
| Admit Card / Hall Ticket | Check Admit Card Status |
| Answer Key & Objection Portal | Check Official Answer Key |
| Final Result & Merit List | Check Selection Results |
Official Gazette Circulars & Annexures
Official DRDO Notification (DRDO-1)Open Document
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13. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When does the online application process start for Advertisement?
The online applications for Advertisement commence on 23 Aug 2026 via the official portal of Defence Research and Development Organisation.