Defence Research and Development Organization — Defence Research Laboratory
Cut-off Date: 24 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 27 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 25 Sep 1999 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 25 Sep 1999 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +3 yrs | 25 Sep 1996 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1994 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1994 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +10 yrs | 25 Sep 1989 to 24 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 24 Sep 2026)
The Defence Research and Development Organization has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow and Research Associate, announcing a total of 13 vacancies located in All India. To be eligible, applicants must hold M.Pharm/M.S(Pharm)/M.Sc./M.Tech for JRF; Ph.D for Research Associate. and be within the prescribed age limit of JRF: Not exceeding 28 years; RA: Not exceeding 35 years., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. The selection procedure comprises Walk-in Interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 03 Mar 2025 |
|---|
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow and Research Associate |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 13 |
| Qualification | M.Pharm/M.S(Pharm)/M.Sc./M.Tech for JRF; Ph.D for Research Associate. |
| Age Limit | JRF: Not exceeding 28 years; RA: Not exceeding 35 years. |
| Selection Process | Walk-in Interview |
The Defence Research Laboratory (DRL), under the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), has released an official notification for the recruitment of 13 positions, including Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate (RA). Interested and eligible candidates must appear for a walk-in interview on the specified date.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 06 |
| Research Associate (RA) | 07 |
There are 13 vacancies in total (6 JRF and 7 Research Associate posts).
The recruitment process involves a walk-in interview. Candidates should check the official DRDO notification for detailed selection criteria.
The upper age limit for Research Associate candidates is 35 years.
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