Defence Research & Development Organisation Design & Development Engineer Salaries by 5 Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 5 years exp.

₹2 Lakhs - ₹3.9 Lakhs

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46% less than the average Design & Development Engineer Salary in Defence & Aerospace Companies for 1 - 5 years of experience

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Research & Development Design & Development Engineer Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹3.9 L/yr
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Engineering - Software & QA Design & Development Engineer Salary 3 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2.7 L/yr - ₹3.3 L/yr

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2023

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Design & Development Engineer salary at Defence Research & Development Organisation ranges between ₹2 Lakhs to ₹3.9 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 5 latest salaries received from various employees of Defence Research & Development Organisation.

Experience wise Defence Research & Development Organisation Design & Development Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2023

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2 L/yr - ₹4 L/yr
2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr
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3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.2 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3 L/yr - ₹3.8 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹1.5 L/yr - ₹3.9 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Defence Research & Development Organisation

CAD Design Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Production, Manufacturing & Engineering Department

5.0

• posted on 24 Jul 2019

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Am working here for my personal growth.. I got 2 years experience in this organization.. I have improved myself so strong.i learned how to do work ND balancing the work , and people management and work management ...got a confidence .. habitually complete hard task .

Skill development - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Not a permanent job , repeated work getting bore ... Not a good salary for my work

Job security - Poor

+1 more

Junior Research Fellow in New Delhi

Full Time

Research & Development Department

4.0

• posted on 30 Nov 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Seniors are helpful provide all study material and research equipments

Job security - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

The Salary package, I feel working in govt organization (highly qualified people who cleared many exams and interviews) are underpaid.

Full Stack Developer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Intern

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 27 Nov 2024

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Working at the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) is appreciated for several reasons: Collaborative Environment: Employees value the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in defense technology, fostering a strong network and learning environment. Work-Life Balance: Many reviews highlight a good work-life balance with lenient working hours, contributing to employee satisfaction. Diverse Opportunities: DRDO offers a variety of projects and roles, allowing for significant learning and professional growth, although advancement may be slower.

Salary - Excellent

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Discontent with working at the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) often stems from several factors: Low Pay: Many employees feel that salaries are not competitive compared to private sector roles, particularly in tech. Slow Career Progression: Career advancement is perceived as slow, leading some to view DRDO as a stepping stone to better opportunities.

Major Developer in RCI HYDERABAD

Contractual

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 26 May 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Feeling proud to work for country, DRDO Environment is very peaceful , get chance to work with knowledgeable scientists. Learned new skills and work on both hardware software .

Skill development - Good

+4 more

Dislikes

Satisfied but salary is not good as compared to private sectors.

Quaity Control Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Quality Assurance Department

5.0

• posted on 04 May 2021

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...gement is transparent. There is a huge cafeteria and gaming arcade for chilling. Company policies are good, appraisals are fair and they give good salary hike and bonus every year.

Salary - Good

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What is the salary of Design & Development Engineer at Defence Research & Development Organisation?

Design & Development Engineer salary at Defence Research & Development Organisation in India ranges between ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹3.9 Lakhs for experience between 1 years to 5 years. According to our estimates it is 46% less than the average Design & Development Engineer Salary in India. Salary estimates are based on 5 latest salaries received from various employees of Defence Research & Development Organisation India.

How does the salary of a Design & Development Engineer at Defence Research & Development Organisation India compare with the average salary range for this job?

The average salary of a Design & Development Engineer at Defence Research & Development Organisation is 46% less than the average salary of a Design & Development Engineer in India. To know exact salary insights, login to view.

Which similar companies are paying more than Defence Research & Development Organisation to a Design & Development Engineer in India?

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GE Design & Development Engineer Salary - ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹12.4 Lakhs per year
Forbes Marshall Design & Development Engineer Salary - ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹11.8 Lakhs per year
Bharat Electronics Design & Development Engineer Salary - ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹3.6 Lakhs per year

What is the estimated take home salary of a Design & Development Engineer at Defence Research & Development Organisation in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Design & Development Engineer at Defence Research & Development Organisation ranges between ₹21,154 per month to ₹22,800 per month in India. The take-home salary calculation is based on the average Defence Research & Development Organisation Design & Development Engineer salary in India which ranges between ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹3.9 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 years to 5 years. Check how did we calculate take home salary?

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Defence Research & Development Organisation Design & Development Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹2 Lakhs to ₹3.9 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 5 Defence Research & Development Organisation latest salaries received from various employees of Defence Research & Development Organisation.

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