DRDO Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

Metallurgical Engineering / Materials Science (7 Posts): B.E./B.Tech. with first class in Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science/Materials Engineering/Materials Technology from UGC recognized University with valid GATE score, OR M.E./M.Tech. with first class and B.E./B.Tech. with first class in relevant disciplines.

Mechanical Engineering (7 Posts): B.E./B.Tech. with first class in Mechanical Engineering with valid GATE score, OR M.E./M.Tech. with first class and B.E./B.Tech. with first class in Mechanical Engineering.

Chemical Engineering (2 Posts): B.E./B.Tech. with first class in Chemical Engineering with valid GATE score, OR M.E./M.Tech. with first class and B.E./B.Tech. with first class in Chemical Engineering.

Physics (2 Posts): M.Sc. in Physics with First Division from UGC recognized University with valid NET qualification.

Upper age limit is 28 years as on the closing date of application/interview. Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates as per Government of India guidelines.

1. Download Application Form: Download the official application excel sheet from the DRDO website (www.drdo.gov.in).
2. Complete Excel Sheet: Fill all required columns and entries in the application excel sheet, including marks percentage in qualifying exams and CGPA-to-percentage conversion documentation.
3. Scan Supporting Documents: Scan supporting documents as a single unified PDF in the prescribed order: (1) B.E./B.Tech. final certificate and consolidated marksheet, (2) M.E./M.Tech. certificate and marksheet (if applicable), (3) Valid GATE/NET score card, (4) Aadhaar Card / Govt Photo ID, (5) Self-attested passport photo, (6) Experience certificate (if applicable), (7) Caste certificate (if applicable), (8) NOC from present employer (if applicable), (9) Research papers published in journals/conferences, (10) Other relevant documents.
4. Apply File Naming Convention: Name both files starting with the post Sl. No. followed by the candidate's name (e.g., 2Srinivas for Mechanical Engineering).
5. Submit via Email: Email both files (the completed Excel sheet and the single combined PDF) to [email protected] on or before 27 October 2026.