DRDO DRDL JRF Recruitment 2026: 16 Vacancies for Mechanical, Aeronautical, and ECE Engineers

DRDO DRDL Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026

The Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), a premier laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has announced a recruitment drive for 16 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions. This is a prestigious opportunity for engineering graduates and postgraduates to contribute to cutting-edge research in the defence sector.

Vacancy Details

The recruitment is categorized based on engineering disciplines. Below is the distribution of the 16 available posts:

• Mechanical Engineering (JRF-01): 09 Posts
• Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering (JRF-02): 04 Posts
• Electronics & Communication Engineering (JRF-03): 03 Posts

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following educational and age requirements to be eligible for the walk-in interview:

Educational Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech: First Class degree in the relevant engineering discipline from a UGC recognized university with a valid GATE score.
• OR M.E./M.Tech: First Class degree in the relevant engineering discipline at both Graduate and Postgraduate levels.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 28 years (as on the date of interview).
• Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates as per Government of India rules.

Stipend and Benefits

Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000/- plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as admissible under the rules. The fellowship is initially for a period of two years, extendable as per DRDO regulations.

Selection Process

The selection will be conducted through a two-stage process:

1. Shortlisting: Based on the valid GATE score and the percentage of marks obtained in the qualifying degree.
2. Walk-in Interview: Shortlisted candidates must appear for a face-to-face interview on the scheduled dates.

Walk-in Interview Schedule

Candidates must report for the interview based on their discipline as follows:

How to Apply

This is a Walk-in Interview recruitment. Interested and eligible candidates should follow these steps:

• Download the official notification and application form from the DRDO website.
• Carefully verify your eligibility for the specific post.
• Report to the designated venue on the date specified for your discipline.
• Carry all original certificates (SSC, Intermediate, B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech marks sheets and Degree, GATE Score card, Caste Certificate) along with one set of self-attested photocopies.
• Bring a valid Photo ID proof and recent passport-size photographs.