DRDO DMRL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online…

Overview

Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL), Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has published Advertisement No. DMRL/HRD/JRF/2026/01 for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) — 18 posts in total. Applications (filled excel application form and documents sent by email) are accepted from 06 Oct 2026 until 22 Nov 2026. Pay: Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA as per DRDO Rules. Minimum qualification: Graduate.

Organization	Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL), Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)
Address	Kanchanbagh PO, Hyderabad – 500 058
Advertisement No.	DMRL/HRD/JRF/2026/01
Post Name	Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Total Vacancies	18
Eligible Applicants	Indian nationals
Application Mode	Filled Excel application form and documents sent by email
Email ID for Applications	[email protected]
Application Form Source	www.drdo.gov.in
Stipend	Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA as per DRDO Rules
Selection Process	Shortlisting followed by interview (venue: Hyderabad)
Application Fee	Not specified in the notification
Maximum Age	28 years as on the closing date of interview
Minimum Age	Not specified in the notification
Relaxation for SC / ST	5 years
Relaxation for OBC	3 years
Monthly Stipend	Rs. 37,000/- plus HRA as per DRDO Rules
Tenure	Temporary post with a maximum tenure of 04 (four) years
Medical Benefits	Medical facilities available in DRDO, for self only, extended through MI Room
TA/DA	No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or for joining, if selected

Important dates

Application Start Date	06-10-2026
Last Date to Apply	22-11-2026
Interview Date	To be intimated later to shortlisted candidates

Tip: apply 2–3 days before the last date — official portals often slow down near the deadline.

Application fee

Category	Fee
Not specified in the notification

Eligibility

Qualification	Graduate (see post-wise eligibility)
Age limit	See official notification
Job location	Anywhere in India

Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-servicemen applies as per government rules — confirm in the official notification.

Exam pattern

S No.	Fellowship Code	Subject	Number of Vacancies
1	Junior Research Fellow (JRF-01)	Metallurgical Engg. / Materials Science	7
2	Junior Research Fellow (JRF-02)	Mechanical Engg.	7
3	Junior Research Fellow (JRF-03)	Chemical Engg.	2
4	Junior Research Fellow (JRF-04)	Physics	2
Total	18

Post-wise eligibility

Fellowship Code	Subject	Essential Educational Qualification
JRF-01	Metallurgical Engg. / Materials Science	B.E. / B.Tech. with first class in Metallurgical Engineering / Materials Science / Materials Engineering / Materials Technology from a UGC recognised University with valid GATE score; or M.E. / M.Tech. with first class in Metallurgical Engineering / Materials Science / Materials Engineering / Materials Technology from a UGC recognised university and B.E. / B.Tech. with first class in Metallurgical Engineering / Materials Science / Materials Engineering / Materials Technology from a UGC recognised University.
JRF-02	Mechanical Engg.	B.E. / B.Tech. with first class in Mechanical Engineering from a UGC recognised University with valid GATE score; or M.E. / M.Tech. with first class in Mechanical Engineering from a UGC recognised university and B.E. / B.Tech. with first class in Mechanical Engineering from a UGC recognised University.
JRF-03	Chemical Engg.	B.E. / B.Tech. with first class in Chemical Engineering from a UGC recognised University with valid GATE score; or M.E. / M.Tech. with first class in Chemical Engineering from a UGC recognised university and B.E. / B.Tech. with first class in Chemical Engineering from a UGC recognised University.
JRF-04	Physics	M.Sc. in Physics with First Division from a UGC recognised university with valid NET qualification.

How to apply

1Open the official notification and check eligibility, age limit and post-wise vacancies.
2Register on the official portal (drdo.gov.in) and fill the online form.
3Pay the application fee as applicable to your category.
4Submit before 22 Nov 2026 and keep a copy of the confirmation page.

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Important links

Official Notification (PDF)	Click here drdo.gov.in
Official Website	Click here www.drdo.gov.in

Frequently asked questions

What is the last date to apply for DRDO DMRL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?+

The last date to apply is 22 Nov 2026. Apply a few days early — official portals often slow down near the deadline.

How many vacancies are there?+

Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL), Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has announced 18 Posts. Post-wise and category-wise details are listed above.

What qualification is required?+

Graduate (see post-wise eligibility)

What is the age limit?+

See official notification. Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per government rules.

What is the application fee?+

Not specified in the notification

What is the salary?+

Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA as per DRDO Rules

How do I apply?+

Use the official link in the Important Links section (www.drdo.gov.in). Register, fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee if applicable and save the confirmation page.

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DRDO DMRL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 18 Posts