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Vacancy Details
- 2026/DMRL/370 – Metal Extraction Professional: 1 vacancies
Qualification: BSc or Diploma in Metallurgy / Chemical Engineering (MSc in Chemistry or B.E./B.Tech. in Metallurgy / Chemical Engineering desirable) with at least 15 years of experience in extractive metallurgy. - 2026/DMRL/371 – Metal Processing Professional: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Diploma in Metallurgy / Mechanical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech. desirable) with at least 10 years of experience in Melting and Casting of Metals and Alloys or Powder Metal Processing or Mechanical Deformation processes. - 2026/DMRL/372 – Non-Destructive Testing Professional: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Diploma in Physics or Metallurgy (M.Sc. in Physics or B.Tech in Metallurgy desirable) with 10 years of experience in NDT of engineering components. - 2026/DMRL/373 – Furnace Maintenance Operator: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Diploma in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech. desirable) with at least 10 years of experience in maintaining electrical furnaces / ovens / electrical equipment. - 2026/DMRL/374 – Design of Components Professional: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or 15 years of experience in designing of components (Diploma in Tool Design or B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering desirable). - 2026/DMRL/375 – Web Application Developer: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Diploma in Computer Science Engineering / IT or 10 years of experience (B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering / M.Sc in Computer Science desirable) with minimum 5 years of experience in web application design and development. - 2026/DMRL/376 – Legal Consultant: 1 vacancies
Qualification: At least 15 years of experience in handling legal (Court) matters, liaisoning with Assistant Solicitor General and senior counsels, and administrative/secretarial work.
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 63 years
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted based on experience, qualifications and unblemished service record as per post requirements.
- Personal interaction/Interview: Shortlisted candidates will undergo personal interaction or interview for final assessment.
- Preference: Preference is given to persons possessing prior experience of working with DRDO.
How to Apply
- Download the application format from Appendix-B of the official notification PDF.
- Fill the application form with required details and attach all requisite supporting documents (identity proof, address proof, PPO, educational proofs, service verification certificate).
- Submit the completed application and enclosures by email to [email protected] with subject ‘Application for Consultant-Post Code’ or send by post to the Director, DMRL at the provided postal address.
- Ensure submission is made on or before 04-11-2026 (last date).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility and qualification criteria?
Applicants should be retired officials from Central/State Governments, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, Universities or Govt. R&D Organisations with practical knowledge and experience in the relevant field and an unblemished service record. Specific posts require qualifications such as BSc, diplomas or engineering degrees (B.E./B.Tech) with experience ranging from 5 to 15 years depending on the post.
How do I apply for these consultant positions?
Download the application format from Appendix-B of the official notification, fill it with required details and attach requisite documents. Submit the completed application by email to [email protected] with subject ‘Application for Consultant-Post Code’ or send by post to the Director, DMRL at the provided postal address.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for receipt of applications is 04-11-2026, which is 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement on the DRDO website.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection is based on experience, qualifications, unblemished service record and shortlisting followed by personal interaction. Preference is given to candidates who have prior experience of working with DRDO.
What is the pay scale for the consultant posts?
Pay levels for the posts range across Level-8 to Level-12 of the 7th CPC pay matrix or equivalent PSU pay scales, with specific levels varying by post as listed in the notification.
