DRDO DRDL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for 16 Posts

Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL)

Posts: 16 Last Date: See Notification Walk-in

Short Information

The latest Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), DRDO Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts! Published at drdo.gov.in, this new recruitment drive offers 16 openings for eligible candidates. Applicants within the maximum age of 28 years and possessing a B.Tech./B.E First Class in the relevant Engineering discipline with valid GATE score or M.E./M.Tech First Class in the relevant discipline can attend the walk-in interview from 01 June 2026 to 05 June 2026. Find all details about the DRDL JRF 2026 vacancy, including eligibility, walk-in details,

Important Dates

Event	Date
Interview Date	1 June 2026

Application Fee

General Fee	Nil
Sc Fee	Nil

Age Limit

Age Details	Max: 28 years
Details	Maximum Age Limit: 28 years Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years

Qualification / Eligibility

Education Qualification	B.Tech./B.E First Class in relevant Engineering discipline with valid GATE score, M.E./M.Tech First Class in relevant Engineering discipline with B.Tech./B.E First Class
Details	Junior Research Fellow (JRF-01) Mechanical Engineering: B.Tech./B.E with First Class in Mechanical Engineering from UGC recognized University with GATE valid score (Paper code: ME) (or) M.E/M.Tech with First-Class in Mechanical Engineering from UGC recognized University and B.Tech/B.E (Mechanical Engineering) with First Class from UGC recognized University. Junior Research Fellow (JRF-02) Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering: B.Tech./B.E with First Class in Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering from UGC recognized University with GATE valid score (Paper code: AE) (or) M.E/M.Tech with First-Class in Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering from UGC recognized University and B.Tech/B.E (Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering) with First Class from UGC recognized University. Junior Research Fellow (JRF-03) Electronics Communication Engineering: B.Tech./B.E with First Class in Electronics Communication Engineering from UGC recognized University with GATE valid score (Paper code: ECE) (or) M.E/M.Tech with First-Class in Electronics Communication Engineering from UGC recognized University and B.Tech/B.E (Electronics Communication Engineering) with First Class from UGC recognized University.

Education Qualification

B.Tech./B.E First Class in relevant Engineering discipline with valid GATE score, M.E./M.Tech First Class in relevant Engineering discipline with B.Tech./B.E First Class

Details

Junior Research Fellow (JRF-01) Mechanical Engineering: B.Tech./B.E with First Class in Mechanical Engineering from UGC recognized University with GATE valid score (Paper code: ME) (or) M.E/M.Tech with First-Class in Mechanical Engineering from UGC recognized University and B.Tech/B.E (Mechanical Engineering) with First Class from UGC recognized University. Junior Research Fellow (JRF-02) Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering: B.Tech./B.E with First Class in Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering from UGC recognized University with GATE valid score (Paper code: AE) (or) M.E/M.Tech with First-Class in Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering from UGC recognized University and B.Tech/B.E (Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering) with First Class from UGC recognized University. Junior Research Fellow (JRF-03) Electronics Communication Engineering: B.Tech./B.E with First Class in Electronics Communication Engineering from UGC recognized University with GATE valid score (Paper code: ECE) (or) M.E/M.Tech with First-Class in Electronics Communication Engineering from UGC recognized University and B.Tech/B.E (Electronics Communication Engineering) with First Class from UGC recognized University.

Vacancy Details

{'Post Name': 'Junior Research Fellow (JRF-01) Mechanical Engineering', 'Total Posts': '9'}
{'Post Name': 'Junior Research Fellow (JRF-02) Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering', 'Total Posts': '4'}
{'Post Name': 'Junior Research Fellow (JRF-03) Electronics Communication Engineering', 'Total Posts': '3'}
{'Post Name': 'Total', 'Total Posts': '16'}

Category Wise Vacancy

Post Name	Total
Total Posts	16

Salary / Pay Scale

Pay Scale	Rs.37,000/- Per Month
Details	Rs. 37,000/- Per Month + HRA

Selection Process

Shortlisting based on valid GATE score and percentage of marks in qualifying degree Interview

Important Links

Notification PDF Link

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date to apply for the DRDO DRDL Junior Research Fellow posts?

The recruitment is through a walk-in interview. The interview dates are scheduled from June 1st to June 5th, 2026, depending on the specific discipline.

Q2. What is the educational qualification required for the Junior Research Fellow posts?

Candidates need a B.Tech./B.E. with First Class in a relevant engineering discipline with a valid GATE score, or an M.E./M.Tech. with First Class in a relevant engineering discipline and a B.Tech./B.E. with First Class.

Q3. What is the age limit for the Junior Research Fellow positions?

The maximum age limit for all posts is 28 years, with age relaxations applicable for SC/ST (5 years) and OBC (3 years) candidates.

Q4. What is the salary offered for the Junior Research Fellow posts?

Selected candidates will receive a stipend of Rs. 37,000/- per month along with HRA.

Q5. How many vacancies are available for Junior Research Fellows?

There are a total of 16 vacancies for Junior Research Fellow positions across different engineering disciplines.

Q6. What is the application fee for the DRDO DRDL recruitment?

There is no application fee mentioned for any category (General/OBC, SC/ST) for this recruitment drive.

Q7. What is the selection process for the Junior Research Fellow posts?

The selection process involves shortlisting candidates based on their valid GATE score and marks in the qualifying degree, followed by an interview.

Q8. Where will the walk-in interview be conducted?

The walk-in interview will be conducted at Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad, Telangana, 500058.

About Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) Recruitment

Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) ne DRDO DRDL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for 16 Posts ke liye official notification jari kiya hai. Kul 16 posts ke liye applications mangi gayi hain. Last date See Notification hai.

Application Walk-in mode mein ki ja sakti hai. Selection process ke liye official notification dekhein.