DRDO Recruitment 2025 for Consultant: Opportunity for Retired Officials!
The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) invites applications from retired officials from Central/State Government, PSUs, or Autonomous Bodies for engagement as a Consultant on a short-term contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals to contribute their expertise to the nation’s premier defence research organization.
Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Consultant
- Post Code: 2025/DTDF/321
- Total Vacancies: 01
- Category: Technical
- Location: Delhi
- Tenure of Contract: One year, extendable as per norms.
- Official Website: www.drdo.gov.in
Eligibility & Remuneration
- Eligibility:
- Retired officials from Central/State Govts, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, Universities, Govt. R&D Organisations.
- Must possess practical knowledge and experience in the relevant field as per the Terms of Reference (TOR).
- Preference will be given to persons with experience of having worked with DRDO.
- Should have effective communication (oral & written) and interpersonal skills.
- Required Expertise (as per TOR):
- Retired from Pay Level-12/13/13A.
- Expertise in design/development/innovation of technologies related to Sonars, underwater navigation guidance, on-board Computer, oceanography.
- Discipline: Naval System involving Sonar, Torpedoes, Submarine underwater Platform Control System.
- Age Limit: The maximum age limit for applying is 63 years as on the closing date of the application.
- Remuneration:
- For Pensioners: A fixed monthly amount calculated by deducting the basic pension from the last pay drawn at the time of retirement. Plus a fixed conveyance allowance of Rs. 5,000/- per month.
- For Non-Pensioners (retired from PSUs): A consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 60,000/-. Plus a fixed conveyance allowance of Rs. 5,000/- per month.
Selection Process
The selection process will be based on the experience and practical knowledge of the applicants in the relevant field. Preference will be given to candidates who have previously worked with DRDO. The final selection will be based on the recommendation of a selection committee.
Application Process
- Application Fee: Not mentioned in the advertisement.
- How to Apply:
- Interested eligible retired officials may submit their applications in the enclosed format (Appendix-A).
- The application should be accompanied by a copy of the required documents (Identity Proof, Address Proof, P.P.O, Educational Qualification, Service Verification Certificate).
- Applications can be sent by post or by email.
- Mailing Address:
Directorate of Technology Development Fund, Room No. 315, DRDO Bhawan, Rajaji Marg, New Delhi-110011. - Email Address:
director.tdf.hqr@gov.in (with subject line “Application for Consultant”).
Important Dates
- Opening Date of Application: 29 August 2025
- Closing Date of Application: 21 days from the date of advertisement (i.e., approximately 18 September 2025).