Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) — Ministry of Defence
Cut-off Date: 24 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 35 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 | 35 yrs | — | 25 Sep 1991 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 25 Sep 1991 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +3 yrs | 25 Sep 1988 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1986 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 25 Sep 1986 to 24 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +10 yrs | 25 Sep 1981 to 24 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–35 Years (As on 24 Sep 2026)
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has issued an official recruitment notification for Research Associate and Junior Research Fellow, announcing a total of 10 vacancies located in All India. To be eligible, applicants must hold Ph.D., M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, or M.E./M.Tech with NET/GATE/JEST and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 35 years (Age relaxation applies as per government norms), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 37,000 to Rs. 67,000 per month. 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 | 22 Jul 2026 |
|---|
| Post Name | Research Associate and Junior Research Fellow |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 10 |
| Qualification | Ph.D., M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, or M.E./M.Tech with NET/GATE/JEST |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years (Age relaxation applies as per government norms) |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000 to Rs. 67,000 per month |
| Application Fee | Not Applicable |
| Selection Process | Walk-in Interview |
The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has released a notification for the recruitment of 10 positions comprising Research Associates (RA) and Junior Research Fellows (JRF). This recruitment is being conducted through a walk-in interview process scheduled for July 2026.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Research Associate (Physics/Materials) | 2 |
| Research Associate (Electronics) | 1 |
| JRF (Chemistry) | 4 |
| JRF (Physics) | 1 |
| JRF (Mechanical) | 2 |
Candidates must meet the specific educational and professional requirements to appear for the walk-in interviews:
The upper age limit for all candidates is 35 years, with standard relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST/PH candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.
| Post | Interview Date |
|---|---|
| Research Associate (RA) | 22 July 2026 |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 23 July 2026 |
Candidates are advised to prepare the following to ensure a smooth verification process:
No, candidates must produce original certificates for verification at the time of the walk-in interview.
This recruitment is strictly through a walk-in interview process; no online application form is required unless otherwise specified in the official notification.
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