The Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDE), Gwalior, under the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), invites applications from young and meritorious Indian nationals for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate (RA) positions. These opportunities are ideal for candidates passionate about pursuing research in defence-related areas.
Position Details
1. Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
| Fellowship Code | Discipline | Vacancies | Essential Qualification | Age Limit | Interview Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRDO-JRF 01 | Chemistry, Life Sciences, and Related Fields | 4 | M.Sc. in relevant disciplines (e.g., Microbiology, Biotechnology, Organic/Inorganic Chemistry) with NET/GATE qualification | 28 years | 18th February 2025 |
2. Research Associate (RA)
| Fellowship Code | Discipline | Vacancies | Essential Qualification | Age Limit | Interview Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRDO-RA 01 | Life Sciences/Zoology/Biotechnology/Immunology | 1 | Ph.D. in Life Sciences or related fields with specialization in Molecular Biology, Immunology, or Toxicology | 35 years | 19th February 2025 |
| DRDO-RA 02 | Inorganic/Organic/Analytical Chemistry | 1 | Ph.D. in Chemistry (Inorganic/Organic/Analytical) | 35 years | 18th February 2025 |
Note: The number of fellowships is subject to change based on organizational requirements.
Fellowship Tenure and Benefits
- JRF Tenure:
- Initial period: 2 years as JRF.
- On satisfactory performance, candidates will be upgraded to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) for the remaining 3 years.
- RA Tenure:
- Maximum of 2 years.
- Monthly Stipend:
- JRF: ₹37,000 + HRA as per DRDO norms.
- RA: ₹67,000 + HRA as per DRDO norms.
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualifications:
- For JRF: M.Sc. in relevant disciplines with NET qualification.
- For RA: Ph.D. in the relevant discipline.
- Preference will be given to candidates with relevant research experience.
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Other categories: As per DRDO policies.
- Cut-off Date:
- Age and qualification will be considered as of the interview date.
Selection Process
- Walk-In Interview: Candidates must report at 0930 hours on the respective interview dates at DRDE, Jhansi Road, Gwalior – 474002.
- Document Verification: Candidates must produce original certificates along with self-attested copies at the time of the interview.
Application Process
- Application Form:
- Download the application form from the DRDO website: www.drdo.gov.in.
- Send the completed application in PDF format to director.drde@gov.in and anupam.deal@gov.in.
- Documents to Submit:
- Hard copy of the application form with a recent passport-size photograph.
- Self-attested copies of all educational and experience certificates.
- Candidates currently employed in Government/PSUs must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) during the interview.
General Instructions
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Electronic devices are not allowed on campus.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Selection does not confer any right for absorption into DRDO.
- Selected candidates may be allowed to register for a Ph.D. during their fellowship tenure.
Contact Information
Venue: DRDE, Jhansi Road, Gwalior – 474002
Phone: 0751-2341550, 2342350
Email: director.drde@gov.in
Website: www.drdo.gov.in