Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) — Ministry of Defence
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., or B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech with valid NET/GATE/JEST score and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 35 years (relaxation up to 5 years for SC/ST/PH and 3 years for OBC), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of RA: Rs. 67,000; JRF: Rs. 37,000. 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
💼 Junior Research Fellow
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|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 10 |
| Qualification | Ph.D., M.Sc., or B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech with valid NET/GATE/JEST score |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years (relaxation up to 5 years for SC/ST/PH and 3 years for OBC) |
| Salary | RA: Rs. 67,000; JRF: Rs. 37,000 |
| Selection Process | Walk-in Interview |
Cut-off Date: 09 Oct 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 | — | 10 Oct 1991 to 09 Oct 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 10 Oct 1991 to 09 Oct 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +3 yrs | 10 Oct 1988 to 09 Oct 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 10 Oct 1986 to 09 Oct 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 10 Oct 1986 to 09 Oct 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +10 yrs | 10 Oct 1981 to 09 Oct 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–35 Years (As on 09 Oct 2026)
The Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO) has released a recruitment notification for 10 contractual positions including Research Associates (RA) and Junior Research Fellows (JRF). Interested and eligible candidates must appear for the walk-in interviews scheduled for late July 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill positions across Physics, Materials, Electronics, Chemistry, and Mechanical disciplines.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Research Associate (Physics/Materials) | 2 |
| Research Associate (Electronics) | 1 |
| JRF (Chemistry) | 4 |
| JRF (Physics) | 1 |
| JRF (Mechanical) | 2 |
| Total | 10 |
Candidates must meet specific educational and professional criteria to qualify for the interview:
Age Limit: The maximum age limit for all candidates is 35 years. Standard age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/PH candidates, and 3 years for OBC candidates.
Selection will be based strictly on a walk-in interview process. Candidates are required to report to the designated venue with original credentials and self-attested photocopies.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Interview for RA | 22 July 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview for JRF | 23 July 2026 |
Remuneration: Successful candidates for the Research Associate post will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 67,000, while JRF candidates will receive Rs. 37,000 per month.
The maximum age limit for all applicants is 35 years, with standard relaxation provided to reserved category candidates as per government norms.
No, this is a walk-in interview process. Interested candidates must report to the specified venue on the scheduled date with all required documents.
Yes, candidates applying for JRF posts must possess a valid NET, GATE, or JEST qualification along with their post-graduate degree in the relevant field.
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