DRDO DRL Recruitment 2026: Apply for 15 JRF/RA Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

DRDO DRL Recruitment 2026: Apply for 15 JRF/RA Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

The Defence Research Laboratory (DRDO DRL) has officially released a notification for the recruitment of 15 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Research Associate (RA) posts. This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for candidates looking for government jobs in the research sector. Interested and eligible candidates can apply by sending their resume and documents to the official email address. This is a Direct Recruitment based on a Walk-in-Interview process, not a competitive written examination.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Vacancy Breakdown:

• Junior Research Fellow: 9 Posts (Total)
• Research Associate: 6 Posts (Total)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF):
  • M.Pharm/M.S(Pharm)/M.Tech(Pharm)/M.Tech in Pharmaceutics/Pharmacology & Toxicology/Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Chemistry with GATE/GPAT/NET.
  • M.Sc./M.Tech/MVSc in Zoology/Veterinary Parasitology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Sciences with NET.
  • M.Sc./M.Tech in Chemistry/Polymer Chemistry/Chemical Sciences with NET/GATE.
  • M.Sc./M.Tech in Environmental Sciences/Soil Science/Chemistry/Life Sciences with NET.
• Research Associate (RA):
  • Ph.D. in Biotechnology/Microbiology/Life Sciences (Desirable: Capillary/NGS Nucleic acid sequencing).
  • Ph.D. in Chemistry/Polymer Chemistry/Chemical Sciences/Textile Chemistry/Textile Engineering.
  • Ph.D. in Polymer Sciences/Chemistry/Chemical Sciences (Desirable: Experience in polymer analysis).
  • Ph.D. in Horticulture (Desirable: Post-harvest Technology).

Age Limit

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Maximum 28 years.
• Research Associate (RA): Maximum 35 years.

Age Relaxation: SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation; OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation.

Age as on: Not explicitly stated in the notification. Candidates should refer to the official PDF for the cut-off date.

Selection Process

This recruitment does not involve a written exam. The selection is based on a Walk-in-Interview.

• Selection Stages: Document Verification → Walk-in-Interview.
• Interview Dates:
  • JRF Interview: 07 April 2026
  • RA Interview: 08 April 2026
• Reporting Time: 07 April 2026 (mentioned in the schedule).

Application Fee

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Read the official notification carefully before applying.
2. Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
3. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, recent passport-size photographs).
4. Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
5. Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
6. Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 31-03-2026.
7. Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.

Important Dates

• Last Date for Submission of CV: 31 March 2026
• Interview Date for JRF: 07 April 2026
• Interview Date for RA: 08 April 2026
• Reporting Time for Interview: 07 April 2026

Important Links

• Notification PDF: Download Here
• Apply Email: Check official notification for email ID
• Official Website: www.drdo.gov.in