DRDO DRL Recruitment 2026 for 5 Junior Research Fellow Posts – Apply Online @ drdo.gov.in

• Overview
• Vacancy Details
• Eligibility Criteria
• How to Apply
• FAQs

DRDO DRL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026: Golden Opportunity for Pharma Graduates

A golden opportunity has arrived for Pharmacy graduates seeking Sarkari Naukri in the defence sector. The Defence Research Laboratory (DRDO DRL) has released the Official Notification 2026 for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellows (JRF). This Latest Government Job Notification 2026 offers a stable career path with a handsome stipend of Rs. 37,000/- per month.

Why Apply for DRDO DRL JRF Recruitment?

• Job Security: Work under the prestigious Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
• Stipend: Generous Rs. 37,000/- per month as per 7th CPC guidelines for research fellows.
• Career Growth: Excellent exposure to cutting-edge research in pharmaceutical sciences and defence medicine.
• No Application Fee: A rare benefit for candidates applying for government research positions.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for DRDO DRL Recruitment 2026

Eligibility Criteria for DRDO DRL JRF 2026

Candidates must ensure they meet the following eligibility criteria before applying for the DRDO DRL Recruitment 2026:

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess any of the following qualifications from a recognized university:

• M.Pharm
• M.S. (Pharm)
• M.Tech (Pharmaceutics)
• M.Tech (Pharmacology & Toxicology)
• M.Tech (Pharmacology)
• M.Tech (Pharmaceutical Chemistry)

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 28 Years
• Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government rules (SC/ST - 05 years, OBC - 03 years).

How to Apply for DRDO DRL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

Interested candidates must apply via email submission before the last date. Follow these steps for a successful application:

1. Download and read the Official Notification PDF linked below.
2. Prepare your application with a complete bio-data, including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
3. Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
4. Clearly mention the post applied for (Junior Research Fellow) 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 12 May 2026.

Important Dates

Selection Process

The selection for DRDO DRL JRF Recruitment 2026 will be based on a Walk-in Interview. Candidates are requested to report at the designated venue with all original documents.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The last date to submit the application via email is 12 May 2026.

The stipend for JRF is Rs. 37,000/- per month.

No, there is no application fee mentioned in the official notification.

The maximum age limit is 28 years, with age relaxation for SC/ST and OBC categories.

Candidates must apply by sending their bio-data and documents to the official email address before 12 May 2026.

The selection is based on a Walk-in Interview scheduled for 19 May 2026.

Download the official notification from the link: DRDO DRL JRF Notification PDF.

Candidates must have M.Pharm, M.S.(Pharm), or M.Tech in relevant Pharmaceutical fields.