DRDO Recruitment 2026 | 188 Accounts Officer, Private Secretary & Other Posts | Deputation Basis | Apply Offline
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, has released the official notification (Advt No: DOP/AA1/68080/Depu/Cir) for recruitment of 188 vacancies on Deputation / Absorption basis.
The notification was issued on 12 February 2026. Eligible officers must submit applications through proper channel within 45 days from publication in Employment News.
This is a major opportunity for Central/State Government officers seeking deputation in the Defence sector.
DRDO Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Defence |
| Advt No | DOP/AA1/68080/Depu/Cir |
| Total Vacancies | 188 Posts |
| Recruitment Type | Deputation / Absorption |
| Qualification | Graduate / B.Tech / B.Arch / Finance & Accounts Background |
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 56 years |
| Start Date | 12 February 2026 |
| Last Date | Within 45 days from publication |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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DRDO Vacancy Details 2026 (Deputation Basis)
| Post | Pay Level | Posts |
| Joint Director (Administration) | Level 13 | 04 |
| Joint Director (Accounts) | Level 13 | 01 |
| Addl CCE | Level 13 | 01 |
| Sr. Accounts Officer Grade-II | Level 10 | 01 |
| Administrative Officer | Level 07 | 46 |
| Stores Officer | Level 07 | 34 |
| Accounts Officer | Level 07 | 16 |
| Private Secretary | Level 07 | 85 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Officers holding analogous post in Central/State Govt.
- Required service years in relevant pay level.
- Bachelor’s Degree / Engineering Degree as per post.
- Relevant experience in Accounts / Administration / Engineering / Stores.
Maximum Age: 56 Years (as on closing date)
Selection Process
- Application through Proper Channel
- Scrutiny of Service Records
- Eligibility Verification
- Selection on Deputation / Absorption basis
How to Apply for DRDO Recruitment 2026
- Download prescribed application form (Annexure-III)
- Forward through Cadre Controlling Authority
- Attach APARs for last 5 years (2019-20 to 2023-24)
- Send to: Deputy Director, Directorate of Personnel (Pers-AA1), DRDO Bhawan, Rajaji Marg, New Delhi – 110105
- Within 45 days of publication
Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – DRDO Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are announced?
Total 188 posts.
Q2. What is the recruitment type?
Deputation / Absorption basis.
Q3. What is the maximum age limit?
56 years.
Q4. Is there any application fee?
No application fee mentioned.
Q5. Where to send application?
DRDO Bhawan, Rajaji Marg, New Delhi.
