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1 - 20 years exp. (50 salaries)
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₹8 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr

1 - 2 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹4.4 L/yr

0 - 10 years exp. (4 salaries)
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3 - 6 years exp. (4 salaries)
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3 - 5 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹4.6 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

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₹1 L/yr - ₹3.5 L/yr

2 - 7 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹2 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr

0 - 2 years exp. (4 salaries)
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2 - 4 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹3.4 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr

1 - 5 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr

0 - 1 year exp. (4 salaries)
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₹1.1 L/yr - ₹1.1 L/yr

2 - 31 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr

0 - 16 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

1 - 6 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹1.3 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

16 - 20 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹13.1 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr

0 - 4 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹3.2 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr

0 - 2 years exp. (4 salaries)
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3 - 12 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

3 - 6 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr

Last Updated: 25 Dec, 2024

Salary related reviews for Defence Research & Development Organisation

4.8

Rated by 9 employees for salary & benefits

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 06 Jul 2019

5.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

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...balance is very good, no transfer without request or requirement so stable life. Salary is also handsome after 7th pay commission.

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Dislikes

Learning is slow since research oriented and on fields related to military warfare, so technical sources are not open.

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Research & Development Department

4.0
  •  posted on 30 Nov 2023

3.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

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Seniors are helpful provide all study material and research equipments

Dislikes

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

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 27 Nov 2024

5.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

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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.

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Dislikes

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.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 26 May 2023

3.0
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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 .

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Dislikes

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

Quality Assurance Department

5.0
  •  posted on 04 May 2021

4.0
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...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.

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Defence Research & Development Organisation Salary FAQs

How much does Defence Research & Development Organisation pay per year?
The average Defence Research & Development Organisation salary ranges from approximately ₹0.7 Lakh to ₹1.7 Lakh per year for a Apprenticeship Trainee and ₹20 Lakhs to ₹35 Lakhs per year for a Additional Director. Salary estimates are based on 41 Defence Research & Development Organisation salaries received from various employees of Defence Research & Development Organisation. Defence Research & Development Organisation employees rate the overall salary and benefits package 4.8/5 stars.
What is the highest salary in Defence Research & Development Organisation?
The highest-paying job at Defence Research & Development Organisation is a Additional Director with a salary of ₹20 Lakhs to ₹35 Lakhs per year. The top 10% of employees earn more than ₹8 lakhs per year. The top 1% earn more than a whopping ₹33 lakhs per year.
What is the minimum salary in Defence Research & Development Organisation?
Minimum salary at Defence Research & Development Organisation depends on the role you are applying for. For Contract Engineer the minimum salary is ₹1.5 Lakh to ₹4.1 Lakhs per year, and for CAD Engg the minimum salary is ₹2 Lakhs to ₹4.4 Lakhs per year and so on.
What is the salary package for freshers in Defence Research & Development Organisation?
The average salary at Defence Research & Development Organisation for freshers varies from ₹0.9 Lakh to ₹1.2 Lakh per year for Graduate Trainee and ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹5 Lakhs per year for Junior Research Fellow.
What is the notice period for Scientist at Defence Research & Development Organisation?
According to AmbitionBox, 65% of the Defence Research & Development Organisation Scientists reported a notice period of 3 Months, 15% reported a notice period of 15 days or less and the remaining reported other notice period durations. This is based on 20 responses on AmbitionBox in last 2 years.

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