Walk-in Interview for JRF & Research Associate
India’s Defence Research Laboratory (DRL), under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced an excellent opportunity for young researchers. 🎓
The institute is inviting applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate (RA) positions to work on ongoing and future research projects.
If you are a Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or Environmental Science student, this could be a great chance to start a research career with DRDO. 🔬✨
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post | Number of Vacancies |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 09 |
| Research Associate (RA) | 06 |
📌 Total Vacancies: 15 Posts
🎓 Educational Qualification
👨🔬 Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
| Field | Qualification |
| Pharmacy | M.Pharm / MS (Pharm) / M.Tech (Pharm) with GPAT/GATE/NET |
| Life Sciences | MSc / M.Tech / MVSc in Biotechnology / Microbiology / Zoology etc. with NET |
| Chemistry | MSc / M.Tech in Chemistry / Polymer Chemistry with NET/GATE |
| Environmental Science | MSc / M.Tech in Environmental Sciences / Soil Science |
🧑🔬 Research Associate (RA)
| Field | Qualification |
| Biotechnology / Microbiology / Life Sciences | PhD |
| Chemistry / Polymer Chemistry / Textile Chemistry | PhD |
| Polymer Sciences | PhD with research experience |
| Horticulture | PhD with Post-Harvest Technology experience |
💰 Salary / Stipend
| Post | Monthly Stipend |
| JRF | ₹37,000 + HRA |
| RA | ₹67,000 + HRA |
💡 The fellowship can be extended based on performance.
🎂 Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age |
| JRF | 28 Years |
| RA | 35 Years |
✅ Age relaxation
- SC/ST → 5 years
- OBC → 3 years
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Last Date to Send CV | 31 March 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview (JRF) | 07 April 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview (RA) | 08 April 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM |
📍 Interview Location
🏢 Defence Research Laboratory (DRL), DRDO
Solmara Military Station, Dekargaon
Tezpur – 784001, Assam, India
📄 Application Process
Follow these steps to apply:
1️⃣ Prepare your CV in the prescribed format.
2️⃣ Email your CV to hrd.drl@gov.in before 31 March 2026.
3️⃣ Carry original documents, Aadhar card, and photocopies during the interview.
4️⃣ Candidates currently working in government organizations must bring NOC.
⚠️ Important Instructions
🔹 No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
🔹 Selection will be based on walk-in interview performance.
🔹 Fellowship does not guarantee permanent employment in DRDO.
⭐ Why This Opportunity Is Great
✅ Work with India’s top defence research organization
✅ Attractive stipend up to ₹67,000 per month
✅ Gain advanced research experience
✅ Opportunity to work on defence and strategic projects
✨ If you are passionate about research and want to contribute to India’s defence technology, don’t miss this opportunity!
