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DRDO DRDL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for 16 Posts
| Organization | Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Application Mode | Walk-in |
| Job Location | India |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Last Updated | 13 May 2026 |
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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
| Interview Date | 1 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Event / Date | Date |
Application Fee
General / UR
Nil
SC
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 |
|---|---|
| Matched Qualifications | B_Tech_BE, M_E_MTech, CA, CS |
| 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
| Sr. | Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Junior Research Fellow (JRF-01) Mechanical Engineering | 9 |
| 2 | Junior Research Fellow (JRF-02) Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering | 4 |
| 3 | Junior Research Fellow (JRF-03) Electronics Communication Engineering | 3 |
| 4 | Total | 16 |
| Total | 32 |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| 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
1Shortlisting based on valid GATE score and percentage of marks in qualifying degree Interview