🏛️ Defence Laboratory Jodhpur ⚠️ Application Closed

DRDO Defence Laboratory Jodhpur RA & JRF Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 12 Posts

⚠️ Application Closed: The deadline for this recruitment was 26 February 2026. Late submissions are not accepted.Browse Active Jobs →
Organization
Location / State
Total Vacancies
👥 12 Posts
Last Date
⏰ 26 February 2026
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Recruitment Highlights & Key Fact-Sheet

Summary of official notification, eligibility criteria, vacancies, and key dates.

🏛️ Official Notification Summary
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Total Vacancies
12 Posts
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Salary / Pay Scale
As per Govt Norms
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Application Mode
Online
Last Date to Apply
26 February 2026
🏛️ Conducting Body Defence Laboratory Jodhpur 📑 Advt / Notification No. Refer Official Notification
💼 Post Name Physics 📍 Job Location Jodhpur, Rajasthan
🎓 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 Criteria Refer Notification
💵 Application Fee Refer Notification 🎯 Selection Method Merit / Written Test / Interview
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📋 Complete Notification Details

DRDO Defence Laboratory Jodhpur RA & JRF Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 12 Posts

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

CompanyPostsLast DateWebsite
Defence Research & Development Organization – Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur1226-02-2026www.drdo.gov.in

Vacancy Details

Post NameDisciplineNo. of PostsSalary
Research Associate (RA)Physics01Rs. 67,000/- per month with HRA
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Chemistry03Rs. 37,000/- per month with HRA
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Physics02Rs. 37,000/- per month with HRA
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Electronics & Communication06Rs. 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.