DRDO - Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

Nationality

Young and meritorious Indian nationals may apply.

DRDO JRF Qualification

The upper age limit is a maximum of 28 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.

Age Relaxation

The tenure of fellowship will be initially for a period of 2 years and may be extended further and upgraded to SRF as per rules. Selected candidate(s) may be allowed to register for PhD with any recognized University/Institution during the tenure of fellowship.

The selection process comprises screening of applications for eligibility, a Written Test, and an Interview for qualified candidates.

• Screening: Incomplete applications will be rejected during screening. Eligible candidates are called for the selection procedure.
• Written Test: Conducted for eligible candidates reporting on the date of interview. Qualified candidates will be interviewed on the same day.
• Interview: The post will be offered solely as per the merit list prepared based on the performance in the Interview.

1. Download the application format provided along with the official notification.
2. Fill out the bio-data form strictly in BLOCK letters.
3. Affix a recent colour passport-size photograph on the top right corner and self-attest it.
4. Send the duly filled application by e-mail to [email protected] ↗.
5. Ensure the e-mail subject field contains: "Application for post of JRF Advt. No CAIR/HRT/JRF/2026/03".
6. Submit the application by e-mail on or before 30 October 2026 up to 17:00 Hrs.
7. Bring a copy of the filled bio-data form along with complete bio-data, original certificates, self-attested photocopies, and a Government-issued Photo-identity proof on the date of walk-in interview.

• A copy of the filled bio-data form with a self-attested recent colour passport-size photograph
• One set of self-attested photocopies of all degrees, academic qualification certificates, and marks sheets
• All original certificates and testimonials
• Community certificate in original (if applicable, for SC/ST/OBC/PH)
• Medical certificate from a competent authority (for PH candidates)
• Project report in support of candidature (optional)
• Government-issued Photo-identity proof in original and a photocopy (Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Passport / Voter Id, etc.)
• NOC from employer (if presently employed in Government departments/PSUs/Autonomous bodies)

• Late arriving candidates will not be allowed to participate in the walk-in interview process.
• No TA/DA shall be paid for attending the interview or at the time of joining if selected.
• Electronic items like mobile phones, pen drives, laptops, optical disks, and smart watches are strictly not allowed inside the CAIR Campus.
• No vehicle parking facility is provided for candidates, and public parking is not available near the venue; candidates are advised to utilize public transport.
• Offer of award of Fellowship does not confer any right for absorption in DRDO under any circumstances.