DEFENCE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION (DRDO)

Requires Scientists

Advt. No. 89

Closing Date of Advt. : 31-05-2008

Challenging opportunities for Engineering Graduates in Electronics & Communication Engg , Mechanical Engg , Computer Science & Engg, Chemical Engg, Electrical Engg., Instrumentation Engg and Metallurgical Engg. and Post Graduates in Chemistry and Physics in DRDS.

DRDO, India’s premier technology organization employs bright, qualified and competent scientists and technologists in Group ‘A’ (Class-I) technical service known as Defence Research & Development Service (DRDS).

RAC INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR ENTRY INTO DRDS AS SCIENTIST-‘B’ IN THE SCALE: Rs.8000-275-13500 (TO BE REVISED SHORTLY AFTER GOVT APPROVAL ON 6TH PAY PANEL) THROUGH DRDO SCIENTIST ENTRY TEST (DRDO SET) - 2008

VACANCIES / SUBJECTS FOR DRDO
Subject Code No. of Vacancies: 500 UR OBC SC ST Total
Electronics & Comm. Engineering EC 83 42 23 12 160
Mechanical Engineering ME 65 36 20 09 130
Computer Science & Engineering CS 41 21 12 06 80
Chemical Engineering CH 09 06 03 02 20
Electrical Engineering EE 09 06 03 02 20
Instrumentation Engineering IN 11 05 03 01 20
Metallurgical Engineering MT 11 05 03 01 20
Chemistry CY 12 07 04 02 25
Physics PH 12 07 04 02 25

ELIGIBILITY

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Atleast first class Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology in Electronics & Communication Engg / Mechanical Engg / Computer Science & Engg/ Chemical Engg/ Electrical Engg./ Instrumentation Engg/ Metallurgical Engg. or first class Master’s Degree in Science in Chemistry/Physics from a recognized University in respective/relevant discipline.

AGE LIMIT
The upper age limit is 28 years (as on 31st May 2008). It is relaxable for SC/ST/OBC/HH/OH candidates in respect of vacancies reserved for them as per rules in vogue. Age is also relaxable for Armed Forces Personnel as per rules in vogue.

NATIONALITY
Only Indian nationals need apply.

SET - 2008After ensuring that the above eligibility conditions are satisfied, candidates are required to apply in the Electronically Scannable Application Form specified for DRDO SET - 2008. These application forms with the information brochure containing the syllabus and instructions for filling the application will be available at the designated Branches of State Bank of India (for details visit http://rac.drdo.in ) from 5th May 2008 to 31st May 2008 to General/OBC candidates on payment of Rs. 300/- (Rs. 100/-for the application form with information brochure and Rs. 200/- as Exam. fees). For SC/ST candidates there is no Exam fees and the application form with information brochure will be available to such candidates on payment of Rs 100/- only. Forms purchased from the designated Branches of State Bank of India should be filled in accordance with the instructions given in information brochure. However, for HH/OH candidates, there is no Application / Examination fee. Such candidates may obtain application form free of cost from RAC by sending a copy of “Prescribed Disability Certificate” issued by competent authority as per G.I.,Dept. of Per. & Trg.,O.M. No 36035/3/2004-Estt (Res), dated 29 Dec 2005. The filled in application forms should be sent/submitted to The Director, Recruitment & Assessment Centre, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054 latest by 31st May 2008. The application form should be filled carefully, without over writing, as these will be machine processed and no manual checking will be done. Onus of satisfying the eligibility requirements for appearing in the chosen subject lies with the candidate. In respect of applications sent by Post by candidates from Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, NE Hill Region, Jammu & Kashmir, Lahul & Spiti Districts & Pangi Sub-division of Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh and abroad, closing date of receipt of applications is 10th June 2008.

Candidates appearing in the final examination (final semester) may also apply. However, candidates found eligible for interview, will be allowed to appear for the same if their final results is declared before 31st Aug 2008.

DATE & TIME OF DRDO SET – 2008:
Sunday, 7th September 2008; 1000 - 1300 hrs

APPLICATION FORMSCandidates are advised to obtain the application forms from designated branches of State Bank of India only. However, in case of any difficulty in obtaining the application form, the request may be sent to Director, Recruitment and Assessment Centre (RAC), Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi-110054 by enclosing a crossed demand draft for Rs. 350/- (Rs.300/- for application form + Rs.50/- for handling charges) for General/OBC and Rs. 150/- (Rs.100/- for application form + Rs. 50/- for handling charges) for SC/ST candidates, in favour of “Director RAC”, payable at Delhi. The candidate must write his/her name, address, contact (Tel/Mobile) number and e-mail address at the back of demand draft. HH/OH candidates may obtain application form free of cost from RAC by sending a copy of “Prescribed Disability Certificate” issued by competent authority. The request for obtaining the form must reach Director RAC, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi-110054 latest by 20th May 2008, accompanied with two self addressed white slips of size 4” x 3”. The envelope must indicate “REQUEST FOR APPLICATION FORM ADVT NO. – 89”.

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