DRDO DMRL Engineering JRF 2026: 18 Fellowships, Apply by 27 October
ActiveDefence Research and Development Organisation · Telangana · Recruitment
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| Recruitment Board | Defence Research and Development Organisation |
|---|---|
| Post / Exam Name | DRDO DMRL Engineering JRF 2026: 18 Fellowships, Apply by 27 October |
| Notification Type | Recruitment |
| Total Vacancies | 18 |
| Qualification | JRF-01 Metallurgy/Materials: first-class B.E/B.Tech in Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science/Materials Engineering/Materials Technology with valid GATE OR first-class M.E/M.Tech AND first-class B.E/B.Tech in these listed fields, from a UGC-recognized University. JRF-02 Mechanical: first-class B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with valid GATE OR first-class M.E/M.Tech AND first-class B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, from a UGC-recognized University. JRF-03 Chemical: first-class B.E/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering with valid GATE OR first-class M.E/M.Tech AND first-class B.E/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, from a UGC-recognized University. JRF-04 Physics: first-division M.Sc Physics from a UGC-recognized University with valid NET qualification. Qualifying degree/provisional certificate must already have been awarded; candidates previously holding a DRDO JRF are ineligible. Maximum age 28 years as on closing date of interview; SC/ST five years and OBC three years relaxation or Government guidelines apply; prescribed documentary proof and applicable employer NOC required. |
| Pay Scale | ₹37,000 per month plus HRA. Initial 2 years, potentially extended another 2 years after screening; SRF promotion depends on assessment. |
| Job Location | Telangana |
| Application Start | 2026-10-06 |
| Last Date | 2026-10-27 |
| How to Apply | Send the completed official Excel application and one scanned PDF of supporting documents to [email protected]. The PDF deadline is 21 days after DRDO website publication; official detail explicitly lists 6 October publication and 27 October 2026 end date. Shortlisting uses valid GATE/NET or postgraduate marks as applicable; shortlisted candidates attend an interview in Hyderabad on a date announced later. |
| Official Website | drdo.gov.in |
| Apply / Application Form | Open official application link or form |
| Notification PDF | Download official PDF |
Overview
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Defence Research and Development Organisation is accepting applications for DRDO DMRL Engineering JRF 2026 in Telangana. Eighteen fellowships at Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory are distributed Metallurgy/Materials 7, Mechanical 7, Chemical 2 and Physics 2. Work supports advanced materials and processing research. Applicants should select the correct fellowship code and use matching qualifying discipline and GATE paper where required. CGPA-to-percentage conversion evidence and employment NOC must be included when applicable. This is research fellowship tenure without a permanent appointment entitlement. Eligibility: Relevant first class B.E/B.Tech with valid GATE score, or matching first class M.E/M.Tech and first class B.E/B.Tech, in Metallurgy/Materials, Mechanical or Chemical streams as specified by postcode; the Physics route requires first division M.Sc Physics with valid NET. Degree/provisional certificates must already be awarded. Maximum JRF age 28 as of interview, with SC/ST 5 and OBC 3 year relaxation; previous DRDO JRF holders are ineligible. Pay or training stipend: ₹37,000 per month plus HRA. Initial 2 years, potentially extended another 2 years after screening; SRF promotion depends on assessment. Application and selection: Send the completed official Excel application and one scanned PDF of supporting documents to [email protected]. The PDF deadline is 21 days after DRDO website publication; official detail explicitly lists 6 October publication and 27 October 2026 end date. Shortlisting uses valid GATE/NET or postgraduate marks as applicable; shortlisted candidates attend an interview in Hyderabad on a date announced later. Applicants should read the linked official notification and retain the completed application or registration reference. Keep original qualification, age, category and experience evidence ready where required. Check the recruiting institution’s own notices for changes to the selection schedule before submitting documents or travelling.
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Eligibility
Relevant first class B.E/B.Tech with valid GATE score, or matching first class M.E/M.Tech and first class B.E/B.Tech, in Metallurgy/Materials, Mechanical or Chemical streams as specified by postcode; the Physics route requires first division M.Sc Physics with valid NET. Degree/provisional certificates must already be awarded. Maximum JRF age 28 as of interview, with SC/ST 5 and OBC 3 year relaxation; previous DRDO JRF holders are ineligible.
