The official, a senior scientist, has been suspended by the department as an inquiry is pending against him in a recruitment-related case where he allegedly recruited his own daughter in the organisation, sources said here.
"The case is sub-judice," DRDO spokesperson Ravi Gupta said when asked about the details.
The matter had come to light after the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) recommended action against two DRDO officials for their alleged role in the case.
Following the CVC inquiry, DRDO chief V K Saraswat had sought an explanation from the officials.
The official suspended was involved in promotion and selection of scientists in the organisation.
CVC had also recommended review of the appointment of the scientist's daughter who is now working in DRDO as a 'Scientist C'.
