ADVERTISEMENT NO: DLRL: DLRL/HRD/Consultant/2025/001, DMRL: DMRL/HRD/2025/Consultants/01, DEAL: DEAL/ADMIN/2025/Consultant/001 Registration Last Date: DLRL: 11th June 2025, DMRL: 11th June 2025, DEAL: 10th June 2025 Name of the Posts: Consultant (Technical and Admin) – DLRL, DMRL, DEAL
DRDO Recruitment : ADVERTISEMENT NO: DLRL: DLRL/HRD/Consultant/2025/001, DMRL: DMRL/HRD/2025/Consultants/01, DEAL: DEAL/ADMIN/2025/Consultant/001
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Job Post Recruitment Board Overview – DRDO ACEM
The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) is inviting applications from retired government officials for Consultant positions on a contract basis across three labs:
- Defence Electronics Research Laboratory (DLRL), Hyderabad: Focused on cyber security, ESM systems, and administrative tasks.
- Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL), Hyderabad: Engages in technical roles like furnace maintenance, NDT, and HR web development, as well as admin roles in finance and legal matters.
- Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), Dehradun: Focused on Terahertz (THz) Communication technologies.
This recruitment drive offers 12 vacancies (4 in DLRL, 7 in DMRL, 1 in DEAL) for retired officials with expertise in technical and administrative domains. The application windows are currently open as of 23rd May 2025, providing an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge Defence research.
Job Brief Information
Total Post:
- Consultant (Technical and Admin) – DLRL, DMRL, DEAL
Job Post Details
| Field | Details |
| Post Name | Consultant (Technical and Admin) – DLRL, DMRL, DEAL |
| Compensation | Fixed monthly remuneration (e.g., Rs. 40,000–75,000 for non-pensioners) + Rs. 3,000–5,000/month conveyance allowance |
| Total Vacancies | 12 (DLRL: 4, DMRL: 7, DEAL: 1) |
| Notification Date | DLRL: 21st May 2025; DMRL: 22nd May 2025; DEAL: 21st May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | DLRL: 11th June 2025; DMRL: 11th June 2025; DEAL: 10th June 2025 |
| Organization | DRDO (DLRL, DMRL in Hyderabad; DEAL in Dehradun) |
Recruitment Overview
DRDO is hiring retired government officials as Consultants on a contract basis for one year (extendable as per norms). The roles are divided into:
- DLRL (Hyderabad): 3 Technical posts (Cyber Security, ESM Systems) and 1 Admin post (Audit Objections).
- DMRL (Hyderabad): 6 Technical posts (e.g., Furnace Maintenance, NDT, HR Web Development) and 1 Admin post (Legal Matters).
DEAL (Dehradun): 1 Technical post (THz Communication).
The positions target retirees with specialized experience, offering a platform to contribute to defence R&D projects while earning a fixed remuneration and conveyance allowance.
Number of Posts and Reservation
| Recruitment/Discipline | Vacancies by Post | Total |
| DLRL (Technical) | Cyber Security (Level-13A): 1, ESM Systems (Level-12): 2 | 3 |
| DLRL (Admin) | Audit Objections (Level-10/11): 1 | 1 |
| DMRL (Technical) | Furnace Maintenance, NDT, Melting, Design, Extraction, Web Dev (Level-9/10/11): 6 | 6 |
| DMRL (Admin) | Finance (Level-7/8/9): 1, Legal Matters (Level-8/9/10): 1 | 1 |
| DEAL (Technical) | THz Communication (Level-14): 1 | 1 |
| Total | – | 12 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Role | Educational Qualification | Age Limit | Age Relaxation | Other Criteria |
| DLRL Consultant (Technical) | Relevant experience in Cyber Security, ESM Systems | Max 63 years | Not specified | Retired from Central/State Govt, PSUs; 25 years of experience for ESM roles |
| DLRL Consultant (Admin) | Experience in Accounts/Budget | Max 63 years | Not specified | Retired from Central/State Govt, PSUs |
| DMRL Consultant (Technical) | Diploma/B.Tech in relevant fields (e.g., Electrical, Metallurgy, IT) | Max 63 years | Not specified | 7–15 years of experience in specified domains |
| DMRL Consultant (Admin) | Experience in Finance, Legal Matters | Max 63 years | Not specified | 3–15 years of experience in specified domains |
| DEAL Consultant (Technical) | Expertise in Millimetre Wave/THz Technologies | Max 63 years | Not specified | 25 years of experience in the relevant domain |
Additional Criteria:
- Must have retired from Central/State Govt, PSUs, or Autonomous Bodies at the specified Pay Levels (DLRL: Level-10 to 13A; DMRL: Level-7 to 11; DEAL: Level-14).
- A 15-day gap between retirement and appointment is mandatory.
- Preference for candidates with DRDO experience.
- Must have an unblemished service record (DMRL).
Selection Process
| Recruitment | Stage | Details |
| DLRL, DMRL, DEAL | Stage 1 | Application submission with supporting documents (e.g., Pension Payment Order, Service Certificate) |
| Stage 2 | Selection based on experience and DRDO norms (details not specified) |
Application Fees
| Recruitment | Category | Fees |
| DLRL, DMRL, DEAL | All Categories | Not specified |
Structure of Online Test (if applicable)
The recruitment process does not involve an online test. Selection is based on application review and experience evaluation per DRDO norms.
How To Apply
- DLRL:
- Fill out the application form (Annexure-II) with self-attested copies of your identity proof, address proof, pension payment order, educational qualifications, and service certificate.
- Send to: Defence Electronics Research Laboratory, Chandrayangutta Lines, Hyderabad – 500005 by 11th June 2025.
- DMRL:
- Fill the application form (Appendix B) with required documents (e.g., Identity Proof, Pension Payment Order).
- Send to: The Director, Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory, P.O. Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad, Telangana-500058, or email to director.dmrl@gov.in with subject “Application for Consultant” by 11th June 2025.
- DEAL:
- Fill the application form (Appendix B) with the required documents.
- Send to: The Director, Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory, Raipur Road, Dehradun – 248001, or email to director.deal@gov.in by 10th June 2025.
Official links
Notification – DLRL
Notification – DMRL
Notification – DEAL
Apply Link
Apply Link – DLRL
Apply Link – DMRL
Apply Link – DEAL
Official links
Official Website – DRDO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is DRDO Consultant Recruitment 2025?
DRDO is hiring retired government officials as Consultants in DLRL, DMRL (Hyderabad), and DEAL (Dehradun) for technical and administrative roles, with 12 vacancies.
Who can apply?
Retired officials from Central/State Govt, PSUs, aged under 63 years, with experience in relevant domains (e.g., Cyber Security, NDT, THz Technologies, Finance).
What is the last date to apply?
DLRL: 11th June 2025; DMRL: 11th June 2025; DEAL: 10th June 2025.
How do I apply?
Submit the application form with required documents to the respective DRDO lab addresses or via email (DMRL, DEAL) by the specified deadlines.
What is the selection process?
Selection involves application review and evaluation of experience per DRDO norms.
What are the benefits of these jobs?
Fixed remuneration (e.g., Rs. 40,000–75,000/month for non-pensioners) plus Rs. 3,000–5,000/month conveyance allowance, 1.5 days paid leave per month.
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