Advertisement Numbers: CEMILAC/5921/HRD/MPM(Retd), DISB/27014/DoP/Admin/Consultants/Level-6/M/2025, NPOL/A/RAC/Consultants/01/2025
Application Deadline: 07 July 2025 (CEMILAC), 02 July 2025 (DISB), 01 July 2025 (NPOL – within 21 days of 10 June 2025)
Post Names: DRDO Consultant (Technical and Admin)
Total Vacancies: 12
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Job Post Recruitment Board Overview
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has released multiple notifications for the recruitment of retired officials as Consultants in its various labs. These include CEMILAC, DISB, and NPOL. The consultants will be hired for technical and administrative roles on a short-term contract basis for one year, extendable as per requirements. The vacancies are spread across locations like Bengaluru, Pune, Kanpur, Nasik, Chandigarh, Koraput, Hyderabad, New Delhi, and Kochi.
Job Brief Information
| Field | Details |
| Post Names | Consultant (Technical and Admin) |
| Compensation | ₹30,000 – ₹60,000 per month + ₹3,000 Conveyance Allowance |
| Total Vacancies | 12 |
| Notification Dates | 10 June 2025 (NPOL), 11 June 2025 (DISB), 17 June 2025 (CEMILAC) |
| Application Deadlines | 01 July 2025 (NPOL), 02 July 2025 (DISB), 07 July 2025 (CEMILAC) |
| Walk-in-Interview Dates | Not applicable |
| Organization | DRDO (NPOL, CEMILAC & DISB Units) |
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Recruitment Overview
NPOL Consultant Post (Post Code 2025/NPOL/280)
- One Technical Consultant for the airborne sonar project in Kochi
CEMILAC Consultant Posts (Post Code 250 to 258)
- Technical and Admin consultant roles across RCMA labs in Pune, Kanpur, Nasik, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Koraput, Hyderabad
DISB Consultant Posts (Post Code 2025/DISB/316 & 317)
- Two Admin Consultant positions at DRDO HQ, New Delhi
- Support for procurement and coordination with the Indian Air Force and Navy
Eligibility Criteria
| Role | Educational Qualification | Age Limit | Other Criteria |
| Technical Consultant | Diploma/B.E./ B.Tech/M.E./ M.Tech in Mechanical/ Engg. fields | 63 years | DRDO experience preferred; retired Govt/PSU officials |
| Admin Consultant | Graduation + Admin/Secretarial/ Procurement Experience | 63 years | Defence/DRDO/ Ministry experience preferred |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
| Stage 1 | Application Shortlisting based on eligibility and experience |
| Stage 2 | Interview (if required) |
| Stage 3 | Final Selection and Document Verification |
Structure of Selection Process
Candidates must submit completed applications via post or email. Selection will be merit-based, and no written test or walk-in is scheduled. DRDO experience is preferred, especially for roles involving technical project management or defence procurement.
Number of Posts and Reservation
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | PwBD | Total |
| Consultant (Various RCMA Labs – CEMILAC) | – | – | – | – | – | – | 9 |
| Consultant (DISB, DRDO HQ) | – | – | – | – | – | – | 2 |
| Consultant (Technical, NPOL Kochi) | – | – | – | – | – | – | 1 |
How to Apply
- Download the respective application forms (Annexure I/II/III or Appendix A/B) from the DRDO website.
- Fill and sign the forms in both PDF and Word format.
- Send to the respective addresses:
- CEMILAC: Email to hrd.cemilac@gov.in or post to Chief Executive (Airworthiness), CEMILAC, DRDO, Bengaluru – 560037
- DISB: Email to disb.hqr@gov.in or post to Director, DISB (DRDO), DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi – 110011
- NPOL: Email to admin.npol@gov.in or post to Director, NPOL (DRDO), Thrikkakara P.O., Kochi – 682024
- CEMILAC: Email to hrd.cemilac@gov.in or post to Chief Executive (Airworthiness), CEMILAC, DRDO, Bengaluru – 560037
- Attach ID, educational qualification, PPO, and experience certificates.
- Deadlines: 01 July (NPOL), 02 July (DISB), 07 July (CEMILAC)
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
| All Categories | Nil |
Official links
Official Notification – NPOL Post
Official Notification – CEMILAC Posts
Official Notification – DISB Posts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is DRDO Consultant Recruitment 2025 about?
DRDO is hiring retired officers for Consultant roles across its labs on short-term contracts.
Which labs are participating in this recruitment?
NPOL Kochi, CEMILAC labs, and DISB (DRDO HQ) are offering consultant positions.
What are the qualifications required?
Diploma or Graduation, depending on role, with prior Government/DRDO/technical experience.
What is the pay offered?
Between ₹30,000 and ₹60,000/month plus ₹3,000 conveyance allowance.
Is there any application fee?
No.
What are the deadlines to apply?
01 July (NPOL), 02 July (DISB), 07 July (CEMILAC).
Where can I get the application forms?
On the official DRDO website or via the notification links above.
