DRDO Jodhpur RA JRF Recruitment 2026

DRDO Jodhpur RA JRF Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Indian nationals are invited for a walk-in interview for the award of Research Associates (RA) and Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) to work at the Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur.

Under DRDO Jodhpur RA JRF Recruitment 2026, a total of 12 fellowships are available in physics, chemistry, and electronics & communication disciplines. The walk-in interview will be conducted at Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur, DRDS Kothari Marg, Ratanada Palace, Ratanada, Jodhpur–342011 (Rajasthan) at 10:00 hrs on the date mentioned. The fellowship carries a stipend as per DRDO norms with HRA and medical facilities as per rules.

Recruitment Overview

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationDefence Research & Development Organization (DRDO)
LaboratoryDefence Laboratory, Jodhpur
LocationJodhpur, Rajasthan
Mode of SelectionWalk-in-Interview
Total Fellowships12
Websitewww.drdo.gov.in

Important Dates

EventDate
Walk-in Interview (RA – Physics)25-Feb-2026
Walk-in Interview (JRF – Chemistry)25-Feb-2026
Walk-in Interview (JRF – Physics)26-Feb-2026
Walk-in Interview (JRF – Electronics & Communication)26-Feb-2026
Reporting Time10:00 hrs

Vacancy Details

Sl. No.FellowshipNumber of Posts
1Research Associate (RA) – Physics01
2JRF – Chemistry03
3JRF – Physics02
4JRF – Electronics & Communication06

Total: 12 Posts

DRDO Jodhpur RA JRF Recruitment 2026—Eligibility Criteria

Research Associate (RA) – Physics

CriteriaDetails
QualificationPh.D. in Physics or equivalent degree OR having 3 years of Research, Teaching and Design & Development experience after Post Graduate degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Physics with at least one research paper in Science Citation Index (SCI) Journal

JRF – Chemistry

CriteriaDetails
QualificationPost Graduate degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Chemistry with First Division and National Eligibility Test (NET) qualification conducted by CSIR-UGC (NET), MHRD (GATE) or JEST

JRF – Physics

CriteriaDetails
QualificationPost Graduate degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Physics with First Division and National Eligibility Test (NET) qualification conducted by CSIR-UGC (NET), MHRD (GATE) or JEST

JRF – Electronics & Communication

CriteriaDetails
QualificationGraduate degree in professional course (B.E./B.Tech.) in Electronics & Communication in First Division with NET/GATE qualification OR a postgraduate degree (M.E./M.Tech.) in Electronics & Communication in First Division both at the graduate and postgraduate levels

Age Limit: Please check using the (AGE CALCULATOR)

FellowshipAge Limit
RA35 years
JRF28 years

Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PH and 3 years for OBC candidates.

Pay Scale

FellowshipFellowship Amount
RAAs per DRDO rules (may be extended further and upgraded to SRF as per rules)
JRFAs per DRDO rules (for 2 years; may be extended further and upgraded to SRF as per rules)

HRA and medical facilities as per rules.

Application Process

ParticularsDetails
ModeWalk-in-Interview
VenueDefence Laboratory, DRDS Kothari Marg, Ratanada Palace, Ratanada, Jodhpur–342011 (Rajasthan)
Reporting Time10:00 hrs on interview date
DocumentsBio-data and original certificates

Documents Required

Documents
Bio-data
Original certificates/testimonials
Self-attested photocopies of educational qualification and experience certificates
Proof of date of birth
Caste certificate (if applicable)
NOC from employer (if applicable)
One set of photocopies of published research papers (if applicable)

Important Instructions

  1. The mode of selection is a walk-in interview at Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur.
  2. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
  3. Candidates are required to produce original certificates/testimonials at the time of interview.
  4. Fellowship does not confer any right for absorption in DRDO.
  5. Selected candidates may be required to serve anywhere in India.
  6. Working government/PSU candidates must produce an NOC from present employer.
  7. The director reserves the right to amend/modify or cancel the advertisement.

Official Website / Reference

Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO)
Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur
Website: www.drdo.gov.in

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