Defence Research and Development Organisation — Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL)
Cut-off Date: 13 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 | — | 14 Sep 1999 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 14 Sep 1999 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +3 yrs | 14 Sep 1996 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 14 Sep 1994 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 14 Sep 1994 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +10 yrs | 14 Sep 1989 to 13 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 13 Sep 2026)
The Defence Research and Development Organisation has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate (RA), announcing a total of 23 vacancies located in Delhi. To be eligible, applicants must hold Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc/ME/M.Tech) or B.E./B.Tech for JRF; Ph.D. or ME/M.Tech with research experience for RA and be within the prescribed age limit of JRF: 28 years; RA: 35 years (Relaxations as per GoI norms), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of JRF: ₹37,000/month; RA: ₹67,000/month. The selection procedure comprises Document verification followed by an interview. A screening test may be conducted if the number of candidates is high.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 23 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate (RA) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 23 |
| Qualification | Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc/ME/M.Tech) or B.E./B.Tech for JRF; Ph.D. or ME/M.Tech with research experience for RA |
| Age Limit | JRF: 28 years; RA: 35 years (Relaxations as per GoI norms) |
| Salary | JRF: ₹37,000/month; RA: ₹67,000/month |
| Selection Process | Document verification followed by an interview. A screening test may be conducted if the number of candidates is high. |
The Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), a premier laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has announced a recruitment drive for 23 fellowship positions. The vacancies comprise 16 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and 07 Research Associate (RA) posts in Physics and Electronics disciplines. Selection for these roles is conducted through a walk-in interview process at the SSPL Complex in Delhi.
| Post | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 16 |
| Research Associate (RA) | 07 |
| Total | 23 |
Note: Some positions are project-specific and may be terminated upon the conclusion of the concerned project.
| Discipline | Interview Date |
|---|---|
| JRF (Physics) | 1 September 2026 |
| RA (Physics) | 2 September 2026 |
| JRF (Electronics) | 8 September 2026 |
| RA (Electronics) | 9 September 2026 |
Candidates must report to the SJB Auditorium, SSPL Complex, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi-110054 by 09:30 AM on their respective dates.
Age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC candidates are applicable as per Government of India guidelines.
Since this is a walk-in process, no prior online application is required. Follow these steps:
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