DRDO — DRDO Young Scientist Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence (DYSL-AI)
Cut-off Date: 14 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 28 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 | 28 yrs | — | 15 Aug 1998 to 14 Aug 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 15 Aug 1998 to 14 Aug 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 31 yrs | +3 yrs | 15 Aug 1995 to 14 Aug 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 15 Aug 1993 to 14 Aug 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 15 Aug 1993 to 14 Aug 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +10 yrs | 15 Aug 1988 to 14 Aug 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–28 Years (As on 14 Aug 2026)
The DRDO has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow, announcing a total of 4 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 23 July 2026 and closes on 14 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold B.E/B.Tech with NET/GATE or M.E/M.Tech or PG in Basic Science with NET and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 28 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 37,000 - 48,100 per month + HRA. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting based on GATE score/marks followed by a personal or online interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 23 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
14 Aug 2026
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| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Qualification | B.E/B.Tech with NET/GATE or M.E/M.Tech or PG in Basic Science with NET |
| Age Limit | Max 28 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC) |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000 - 48,100 per month + HRA |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on GATE score/marks followed by a personal or online interview. |
The DRDO Young Scientist Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence (DRDO DYSL-AI) has issued an official notification for the recruitment of 4 Junior Research Fellows (JRF). The positions are on a contractual basis, offering research opportunities within the field of Artificial Intelligence. Candidates must submit their applications via the offline mode as prescribed in the official advertisement.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 4 |
Candidates must meet the following educational criteria to be eligible for the Junior Research Fellow positions:
Age Limit: The maximum age for applicants is 28 years. Relaxation in the upper age limit is provided as per government norms (5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates).
The selected Junior Research Fellows will receive a monthly stipend as follows:
Important Warning: Applications received after the stipulated deadline or incomplete application forms will be summarily rejected. Candidates are advised to keep a photocopy of their submitted application for their personal records.
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