The selection procedure will be done four times in a year.

The four times 'gather' for PDRA selection will be in January, April, July and October.

The selection would be through assessment of academic achievements of the candidate and by interview by a Selection Committees constituted for the purpose. Second class AC rail fare is admissible to those applicants who are called for interview. The validity of the offer of award shall be six months from the date mentioned in the award letter. The recommendation of the Selection Committee as approved by the Director will be final.