📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur (DLJ) has invited applications for the recruitment of Research Associate and Junior Research Fellow on a temporary basis. This is a walk-in interview opportunity for qualified candidates with B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech, M.Phil/Ph.D qualifications. The interviews are scheduled to be held on 25th and 26th February 2026.
Overview
| Company | Posts | Last Date | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defence Research & Development Organization – Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur | 12 | 26-02-2026 | www.drdo.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Discipline | No. of Posts | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Associate (RA) | Physics | 01 | Rs. 67,000/- per month with HRA |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Chemistry | 03 | Rs. 37,000/- per month with HRA |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Physics | 02 | Rs. 37,000/- per month with HRA |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Electronics & Communication | 06 | Rs. 37,000/- per month with HRA |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Research Associate (Physics)
- Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in Physics or equivalent degree OR Postgraduate degree (M.Sc.) in Physics with 3 years of Research/Teaching/Design & Development experience after post-graduation, with at least one research paper in Science Citation Index (SCI) Journal.
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 35 years as on the date of interview.
- Experience: 3 years of experience required for postgraduate candidates.
Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow (Chemistry)
- Essential Qualification: Postgraduate degree (M.Sc.) in Chemistry with first division and National Eligibility Test (NET) qualification conducted by CSIR-UGC (NET), MHRD (GATE) or JEST.
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 28 years as on the date of interview.
Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow (Physics)
- Essential Qualification: Postgraduate degree (M.Sc.) in Physics with first division and National Eligibility Test (NET) qualification conducted by CSIR-UGC (NET), MHRD (GATE) or JEST.
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 28 years as on the date of interview.
Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow (Electronics & Communication)
- Essential Qualification: Graduate degree in professional course (B.E./B.Tech.) in Electronics & Communication in first division with NET/GATE qualification OR Postgraduate degree (M.E./M.Tech.) in professional courses in Electronics & Communication in first division at both graduate and postgraduate level.
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 28 years as on the date of interview.
Important Dates
- Walk-in Interview (RA Physics & JRF Chemistry, Physics): 25-02-2026 at 10:00 Hrs
- Walk-in Interview (JRF Electronics & Communication): 26-02-2026 at 10:00 Hrs
- Venue: Defence Laboratory, Dr DS Kothari Marg, Ratanada Palace, Ratanada, Jodhpur – 342011 (Rajasthan)
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FAQs
Q: What is the application mode for DRDO Defence Laboratory Recruitment 2026?
A: The application mode is Walk-in Interview.
Q: What is the last date to appear for the interview?
A: The last date for the walk-in interview is 26-02-2026.
Q: Is there any application fee?
A: No application fee details are mentioned in the notification.
Q: Can candidates working in Government organizations apply?
A: Yes, but they must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the present employer at the time of interview.