Vacancy Circular No:
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
invites applications for recruitment of Junior Research Fellow
Junior Research Fellow
Defence Research & Development Laboratory Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad, 500058 Telangana
Number of Vacancy: 4 Posts
| DRDO Announced Job Notification For Junior Research Fellow Vacancies - Freshers Can Apply Recruitment 2022 | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Role | Junior Research Fellow |
| Education Requirement | |
| Total Vacancy | 4 Posts |
| Job Locations | Hyderabad |
| Age Limit | The age limit for JRF is maximum of 28 years as on the date of application. The age limit shall be relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates or as per Govt. guidelines. A copy of self-attested caste certificate should be attached with the application |
| Experience | Fresher |
| Salary | 31000(Per Month) |
| Posted on | 28 Jan, 2022 |
| Last Date To Apply | 11 Feb, 2022 |
Educational Qualification: B.Tech/B.E, M.E/M.Tech
DYSL-SM invites applications for the position of Four (04) Junior Research Fellows (JRFs) to work on projects in the areas of (i) materials informatics and computational materials modelling for accelerated material discovery (ii) application of smart materials to micro-robotics and stealth technologies.
Advertisement No. DYSL-SM/HRD/JRF/REC/2022
1. Name of the Post: Junior Research Fellows (JRFs)
2. No of Post: 04
3. Fellowship Emoluments: Rs. 31,000/~ per month for JRF with applicable H.R.A. and other emoluments as per DRDO rules.
4. Tenure: The post is temporary in nature and the initial tenure is of 02 (Two) years. Subsequent upgradation to SRF grade is as per DRDO guidelines.
5. Essential Qualification:
a) B.E./B.Tech. with First Class in Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science and Engineering and a valid GATE score (OR) M.E./ M.Tech. with First Class in Metallurgical Engineering/ Materials Science and Engineering (and first class B.E/B.Tech. in the same subject)
b) B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering with First Class with a valid GATE score (OR) M.E./M.Tech. with First class in Mechatronics / Robotics & Automation and B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with First class.
6. Desirable criteria:
a) Proficiency in programming languages and knowledge of materials modelling techniques
b) Working knowledge of finite element packages, basic electronics and instrumentation
Pay Scale:
INR
31000(Per Month)
Age Limit: The age limit for JRF is maximum of 28 years as on the date of application. The age limit shall be relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates or as per Govt. guidelines. A copy of self-attested caste certificate should be attached with the application
Selection Procedure
1. Screening of eligible applications will be based on GATE score, marks secured in degree, fulfilment of desirability criteria and relevant work experience (if any). The GATE score should be valid as on the date of application in the aforementioned subjects only.
2. Post screening, the list of shortlisted and waitlisted applicants will be announced in DRDO website. The shortlisted candidates will be informed of the date, time and particulars of the web-based interview via e-mail. The shortlisted candidates should confirm their attendance for the interview via email at least three days before the scheduled date.
3. Based on the online interview, a Panel of candidates for the anticipated vacancies will be drawn, valid for a period of 1 year. However, empanelment doesn’t entitle any candidate to an offer of fellowship, which is contingent upon occurrence of vacancies during the year. Director, DYSL-SM reserves the right to not select any candidate, if suitable candidates are not available.
How to Apply:
Eligible candidates shall email the duly filled application form (Annexure–I to III; Check DRDO website What’s New) along with self-attested copies of degree certificates, GATE score card, caste certificate and other applicable proofs (in a single pdf file, not exceeding 10 MB) to [email protected] within 21 days from the date of publication in the Employment News. In addition, the candidates should also submit details at https://tinyurl.com/jrfsm2022. The applications will be disqualified if either the scanned application or the online form is not submitted.
Important Instructions:
1. If selected, the candidates will be required to produce certificates/proofs in original for verification at the time of joining. No TADA will be paid for joining, if selected.
2. Only candidates who have completed the course and awarded degree/provisional certificate are eligible to apply for JRF position.
3. The JRF candidates may be allowed to register for part-time Ph.D.(if selected) with any University/Institution during the tenure of fellowship upon approval granted by Director, DYSL-SM.
4. The offer of fellowship does not confer on the candidates any right for absorption in DRDO under any circumstances.
5. Those who were already awarded JRF position in any of the DRDO Laboratories/ centres earlier, are not eligible to apply again.
6. Candidates working in Govt/Public sector undertaking / Autonomous bodies should produce no objection certificate (Annexure-II & III) to attend the interview.
Important Dates:
Published on: 28 January 2022
For more details, please refer to official notification at Download Official Notification
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