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DRDO CABS Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 10 Posts

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Organization
Location / State
Total Vacancies
👥 10 Posts
Last Date
⏰ 26 February 2026
📄 Download Official Notification (PDF) 🏛️ Official Website (www.drdo.gov.in) 📝 How to Apply ↓ ⚡ Quick Highlights ↓

Recruitment Highlights & Key Fact-Sheet

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

🏛️ Official Notification Summary
👥
Total Vacancies
10 Posts
💰
Salary / Pay Scale
As per Govt Norms
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Application Mode
Offline (By Post)
Last Date to Apply
26 February 2026
🏛️ Conducting Body Defence Research and Development Organisation 📑 Advt / Notification No. Refer Official Notification
💼 Post Name Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 📍 Job Location Bengaluru
🎓 Qualification B.E/B.Tech in relevant disciplines in first division with valid GATE score of 2024 or 2025 🎂 Age Criteria Refer Notification
💵 Application Fee Refer Notification 🎯 Selection Method Merit / Written Test / Interview
🌐 Official Website www.drdo.gov.in ↗ 📄 Notification Document Download Official PDF ↓
📮 Important Notice: Offline Application via Speed / Registered Post

Please Note: This recruitment is strictly processed via Offline Mode. There is no online registration link on any portal. Candidates must download the official notification & application format, fill it out, enclose self-attested copies of supporting documents, and dispatch the envelope through Speed Post or Registered Post before 26 February 2026.

📑 Candidate Enclosure Checklist (Self-Attested Copies)
✅ Duly filled & signed official application form
✅ Proof of Date of Birth (10th/Matriculation Certificate)
✅ Educational Degree & Marksheets (Graduation / Post Graduation)
✅ Experience & Relieving Certificates (Minimum required service)
✅ Last Pay Certificate (LPC) / Pension Payment Order (PPO) for retired officers
✅ Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter Card / PAN)

📋 Complete Notification Details

DRDO CABS Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 10 Posts

The Centre for Airborne Systems (CABS), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has released an official notification for the recruitment of 10 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts. This is a significant opportunity for engineering graduates and post-graduates with valid GATE scores to work on advanced research projects in a prestigious defense organization.

Overview Table

Company NameCentre for Airborne Systems, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO CABS)
Post NameJunior Research Fellow (JRF)
Number of Vacancies10
Advertisement No.CABS/ JRF/2026/01
Last Date to Submit Email Williness22 February 2026
Walk-in Interview Dates25 & 26 February 2026
Official Websitewww.drdo.gov.in

Vacancy Details

Interested candidates are advised to check the discipline-wise vacancy details below:

Post CodeDisciplineNumber of Posts
JRF 01Aeronautical Engineering01
JRF 02Computer Science & Engineering04
JRF 03Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)03
JRF 04Electrical Engineering01
JRF 05Mechanical Engineering01

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow (All Disciplines)

  • Educational Qualification: B.E/B.Tech in relevant disciplines in first division with valid GATE score of 2024 or 2025 OR M.E/M.Tech in relevant disciplines in first division both at Graduate and Post-graduate level.
  • Nationality: Indian Nationals only.
  • Experience: As specified in the notification (if any).

Age Limit

  • Upper Age Limit: 28 years as on 31 December 2025.
  • Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy Layer) candidates.

Salary / Stipend

  • Monthly emoluments of Rs. 37,000/- per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as admissible.

Selection Process

  • Initial screening and verification of testimonials.
  • Interview of screened shortlisted candidates.
  • In case of a large number of candidates, the interview may continue to the next day.

Important Dates

EventDate
Email willingness to applyLatest by 22 February 2026
Walk-in Interview (ECE & Electrical)25 February 2026
Walk-in Interview (Aeronautical, Mechanical & CS)26 February 2026
Reporting TimeBy 08:45 hrs

How to Apply

  1. Download the application form from the official website.
  2. Send a willingness email to [email protected] by 22 February 2026.
  3. Subject of the email: "Application for the post of Junior Research Fellowship- Discipline".
  4. Report for the walk-in interview at Centre for Airborne Systems (CABS), DRDO, Belur, Yemlur PO, Bengaluru-560037 as per the schedule.
  5. Bring filled application form with attested copies of certificates, recent passport size photo, original certificates for verification, and Govt. issued Photo ID.

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply for DRDO CABS JRF Recruitment 2026?

Ans: Candidates must send their willingness email by 22 February 2026. The walk-in interviews are scheduled for 25 and 26 February 2026.

Q2: What is the salary for Junior Research Fellow at DRDO CABS?

Ans: The selected candidates will receive Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA.

Q3: Is GATE score mandatory for DRDO CABS JRF?

Ans: Yes, candidates must have a valid GATE score of 2024 or 2025 (or hold an M.E/M.Tech degree in first division).