DRDO Defence Laboratory Recruitment 2026: Defence Research and Development Organization Defence Laboratory (DRDO Defence Laboratory) Recruitment 2026 includes 12 Research Associate (RA) & Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Fellowships under the latest recruitment notification. The recruitment notification has been officially released by Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO). Interested and eligible Indian candidates having B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech, M.Phil/Ph.D qualifications can attend the walk-in interview as per the schedule. The walk-in interview will be conducted on 25 February 2026 and 26 February 2026 at Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur. Detailed information is available on the official website drdo.gov.in.
DRDO Defence Laboratory Jobs Notification @Walk-in for 12 RA & JRF Posts
The DRDO Defence Laboratory Recruitment 2026 is announced for 12 Research Associate and Junior Research Fellow posts. Selected candidates will receive a monthly fellowship of Rs. 67,000/- for Research Associate and Rs. 37,000/- for Junior Research Fellow along with HRA and medical facilities as per DRDO rules. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before appearing for the walk-in interview.
DRDO Defence Laboratory Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualifications
- Research Associate (RA – Physics): Ph.D. in Physics or equivalent
OR Postgraduate degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Physics with 03 years of research/teaching/design & development experience after post-graduation and at least one research paper in SCI journal. - JRF (Chemistry): M.Sc. or equivalent in Chemistry with first division and NET/GATE/JEST qualification.
- JRF (Physics): M.Sc. or equivalent in Physics with first division and NET/GATE/JEST qualification.
- JRF (Electronics & Communication): B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics & Communication with first division and NET/GATE qualification
OR M.E./M.Tech. in Electronics & Communication with first division at both graduate and postgraduate level. - Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
Age Limit
- Research Associate (RA): Not exceeding 35 Years (as on date of interview).
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Not exceeding 28 Years (as on date of interview).
- SC/ST/PH Candidates: 5 Years Relaxation.
- OBC Candidates: 3 Years Relaxation.
- Age Relaxation: As per Government of India rules.
DRDO Defence Laboratory Notification 2026
Walk-in Interview for 12 RA & JRF Fellowships
Important Date
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Interview – RA (Physics) & JRF (Chemistry, Physics) | 25 February 2026 at 10:00 Hrs |
| Walk-in Interview – JRF (Electronics & Communication) | 26 February 2026 at 10:00 Hrs |
Vacancy Details
- Research Associate (RA) – Physics: 01
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Chemistry: 03
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Physics: 02
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Electronics & Communication: 06
- Total Fellowships: 12
How to Apply
- Eligible candidates should directly appear for the walk-in interview.
- Reporting Venue: Defence Laboratory, Dr DS Kothari Marg, Ratanada Palace, Ratanada, Jodhpur – 342011 (Rajasthan).
- Reporting Time: 10:00 Hrs on the respective interview date.
- Prepare a complete Bio-Data with a recent passport size photograph affixed on the top right corner.
- Bring one set of self-attested copies and original documents of all degrees, mark sheets, experience certificates, and other relevant documents.
- Carry copies of published research papers and thesis, if applicable.
- Candidates working in Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
- Mode of Apply: Walk-in Interview.
- Job Location: Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
Important Links for DRDO Defence Laboratory Recruitment 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| DRDO Official Website | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |