DRDO Scientist B Eligibility Criteria 2023: Educational Qualification, Age Limit

DRDO Scientist B Eligibility Criteria 2023: Educational Qualification, Age Limit

ByAina Parasher  |  Updated on: Apr 27, 2023
DRDO Scientist B Eligibility Criteria 2023 was released on official notification. Read about the DRDO eligibility criteria and qualifying degree for all streams.

DRDO Scientist B Eligibility: The conducting authority has released the official notification for DRDO Scientist B along with the DRDO Scientist B eligibility criteria. Aspiring candidates are advised to go through the DRDO Scientist B eligibility criteria 2023 to be considered for recruitment. The DRDO eligibility gives an idea of whether or not the candidate is eligible to appear for the examination.

A candidate must check the DRDO Scientist B eligibility criteria before appearing for the examination. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology in a relevant field to apply. Here, we have provided detailed information regarding the DRDO eligibility criteria in the upcoming sections.

Overview of DRDO Scientist B Eligibility

DRDO Scientist B eligibility is important as it determines whether a candidate is eligible to apply for the position of Scientist B in DRDO or not. The overview of the eligibility criteria for DRDO Scientist B recruitment is given in the table below.

Exam Conducting Authority

Defense Research Development Organisation (DRDO Full form)

Name of the Post

Scientist B

Number of vacancies

630

Educational Qualification

Depends on the post

Age Limit

Un-Reserved (UR) /EWS - 28 years, OBC - 31 years, SC/ST - 33 years

Nationality

Indian

Medical StandardsPhysically and mentally fit
ExperienceNot mandatory
Additional RequirementsCandidates may be required to fulfill additional requirements such as security clearance, police verification, etc.

Eligibility criteria include various parameters such as:

  • age limit,
  • educational qualifications, and
  • other related factors.

Educational Qualification for DRDO Scientist B

The educational qualification for DRDO Scientist B as per the eligibility criteria depends upon the engineering streams of the candidates. The DRDO Scientist B educational qualification for different Engineering streams is given below.

Electronics and Communication Engineering

First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Electronics & Communication Engg from a recognized university or equivalent. Candidates should fulfill one of the following requirements.

  • Valid GATE score in Electronics & Communication Engineering [Paper code: EC].
  • Minimum 80% aggregate marks in EQ degree if done from an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) or National Institute of Technology (NIT).

Mechanical Engineering

First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university or equivalent. Candidates should fulfill one of the following requirements.

  • Valid GATE score in Mechanical Engineering [Paper code: ME].
  • Minimum 80% aggregate marks in EQ degree if done from an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) or National Institute of Technology (NIT).

Computer Science & Engineering

First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Computer Science & Information Technology from a recognized university or equivalent. Candidates should fulfill one of the following requirements.

  • Valid GATE score in Computer Science & Engineering [Paper code: CS].
  • Minimum 80% aggregate marks in EQ degree if done from an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) or National Institute of Technology (NIT).

Electrical Engineering

First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university or equivalent along with a valid GATE score in Electrical Engg [Paper code: EE].

Material Science & Engineering / Metallurgical Engineering

The candidate should have a First Class Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Metallurgy from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Metallurgical Engineering [Paper code: MT].

Physics

Candidates must have at least a first class Master’s Degree in Physics from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Physics [Paper code: PH].

Chemistry

Candidates must have at least a first class Master’s Degree in Chemistry from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Chemistry [Paper code: CY].

Chemical Engineering

Candidates must have at least first class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Chemical Engg from a recognized university or equivalent along with a valid GATE score in Chemical Engineering [Paper code: CH].

Aeronautical Engineering

Candidates must have at least a first-class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Aeronautical Engg from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Aerospace Engineering [Paper code: AE].

Mathematics

Candidates must have at least a first-class Master’s Degree in Mathematics from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Mathematics [Paper Code: MA].

Civil Engineering

Candidates must have at least a first-class Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Civil Engineering [Paper code: CE].

Instrumentation Engineering

Candidates must have at least a first-class Master’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Instrumentation Engineering [Paper Code: IN].

Material Science

Candidates must have at least a first-class Master’s Degree in Material Science from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Engineering Sciences [Paper code: XE].

Naval Architecture

Candidates must have at least a first-class Master’s Degree in Naval Architecture from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering [Paper code: NM].

Environmental Science & Engineering

Candidates must have at least a first-class Master’s Degree in Environmental Science from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Environmental Science & Engineering [Paper code: ES].

Atmospheric Science

Candidates must have at least a first-class Master’s Degree in Atmospheric Science from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Engineering Sciences[Paper code: XE].

Microbiology

Candidates must have at least a first-class Master’s Degree in Microbiology from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Life Sciences [Paper code: XL].

Biochemistry

Candidates must have at least a first-class Master’s Degree in Biochemistry from a recognized university or equivalent and a valid GATE score in Life Sciences [Paper code: XL].

DRDO Scientist B Age Limit

As per the DRDO Scientist B eligibility criteria, the upper age limit of the candidate should be as per the categorical description is shown below-

  • Unreserved (UR)/ EWS: 28 years
  • OBC: 31 years
  • SC/ ST: 33 years

There is certain age relaxation given by the conducting authority, DRDO as per the official notification which is mentioned below:

  • PwD candidates: 10 years
  • Central Civilian Govt. employees: 5 years
  • Relaxable for Ex-servicemen (Including Ex-SSCOs/ECOs).

DRDO Scientist B Number of Attempts

According to the DRDO Scientist B eligibility criteria, there is no fixed number of attempts for the examination. Candidates can appear for the examination as many times as they want to. Interested candidates can apply for the DRDO Scientist B recruitment till they are eligible for the examination. As per the DRDO eligibility, there is no restriction on the number of attempts. 

Key Points of DRDO Scientist B Eligibility

Candidates appearing/ or have appeared in the final year/ semester examination or whose final examinations have been delayed and are expecting to achieve first class after the final examination may be required to submit their degree/provisional degree certificate.

  • Candidates having their EQ degree from foreign universities should obtain an equivalence certificate from ‘The Association of Indian Universities and submit it.
  • If an institute does not have any criteria for 1st Class/ equivalent, 60% of marks will be considered equivalent to 1st Class.
  • In case the conversion formula is not available, a CGPA/ CPI of 6.75 will be considered equivalent to 60%

DRDO Scientist B Eligibility 2022 FAQs

  • To be eligible for the DRDO Scientist B position, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

    • Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology in a relevant field from a recognized university or institute.
    • Candidates must be Indian citizens.
  • According to the DRDO Scientist B eligibility criteria, the age limit of the candidates is given below.

    • Unreserved (UR)/ EWS: 28 years
    • OBC: 31 years
    • SC/ ST: 33 years
  • Based on the DRDO Scientist B eligibility criteria, only candidates from India can apply for the examination. 

  • Candidates must have Bachelor’s Degree with first class in Engineering or Technology in Chemical Engineering from a recognized university along with a valid GATE score in Chemical Engineering.

  • Every year, the Defence Research and Development Organisation recruits scientists, mostly at entry-level (Scientist 'B') through GATE. Generally, DRDO recruitment through GATE takes place every year.

  • First-class GATE/NET scores and a BSc in Science or B.Tech. in Engineering from an accredited institution is the minimum requirement for DRDO Scientist B recruitment in 2023.

  • The validity of the GATE score for DRDO Scientist B is two years from the date of publication of the GATE results. This means that if a candidate has appeared for GATE in 2023, the score will be valid for DRDO Scientist B recruitment in 2023 and 2024.

  • No, a BSc student cannot directly apply for Scientist B in DRDO. As per the eligibility criteria, a candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant disciplines or a Master's degree in science in relevant disciplines with a valid GATE score(if requested).

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