Summary
DRDO IRDE Recruitment 2026 notification released for 8 Junior Research Fellow vacancies in Electronics, Physics, Computer Science & Mechanical Engineering. Salary ₹37,000 per month + HRA. Apply offline at drdo.gov.in before 21 May 2026
Instruments Research & Development Establishment a premier laboratory of DRDO has announced total 8 number of vacancies notification for the position of Junior Research Fellow 2026 for period of two years (extendable as per rules) on the official website www.drdo.gov.in.
Candidates can read the brief details of the vacancy and can download the official notification from the below links provided in this page.
| Company/Organization Name |
Instruments Research & Development Establishment (DRDO IRDE) |
| Position Name |
Junior Research Fellow |
| No. of Vacancies |
8 |
| Salary/Remuneration |
Rs. 37,000/- Per Month |
| Educational Qualification |
B.Tech/B.E. or M.E./M.Tech. in relevant discipline (Electronics Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering) with 1st Division and valid NET/GATE from UGC recognized University |
| Age Limit |
Max: 28 years |
| Application Last Date |
21 days from the publication of advertisement in Employment News Paper. |
| Mode of Application |
Offline |
| Nature of Employment |
Contractual |
| Position Name |
Total No. of Vacancies |
| Junior Research Fellow (Electronics Engineering) |
4 |
| Junior Research Fellow (Physics) |
1 |
| Junior Research Fellow (Computer Science) |
2 |
| Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering) |
1 |
| Total |
8 |
- Junior Research Fellow (Electronics Engineering): B.Tech/B.E in 1st Division in Electronics Engg. from UGC recognized University with valid NET/GATE OR M.E./M.Tech. in Electronics Engg. with 1st Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level from UGC recognized University.
- Junior Research Fellow (Physics): M.Sc. in Physics (1st Division) with valid NET/GATE OR M.E./M.Tech in Physics with 1st Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level from UGC recognized University.
- Junior Research Fellow (Computer Science): B.Tech/B.E in 1st Division in Computer Science from UGC recognized University with valid NET/GATE OR M.E./M.Tech. in Computer Science with 1st Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level from UGC recognized University.
- Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering): B.Tech/B.E in 1st Division in Mechanical Engg. from UGC recognized University with valid NET/GATE OR M.E./M.Tech. in Mechanical Engg. with 1st Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level from UGC recognized University.
| Category |
Fee |
| General/OBC |
Rs. 10/- |
| SC/ST |
Nil |
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 years.
- Age Relaxation: Relaxable to the candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and OBC as per Government of India norms.
- Rs. 37,000/- Per Month + House Rent Allowance (as admissible)
- Screening of applications by constituted committee
- Shortlisting based on valid GATE score and percentage of marks in qualifying degree
- Interview
DRDO IRDE Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 8 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Posts FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for the DRDO IRDE Junior Research Fellow posts?
The last date to submit the application for the DRDO IRDE Junior Research Fellow positions is 21st May 2026. Ensure your application reaches the designated address before this deadline.
Q2. What is the educational qualification required for the Junior Research Fellow posts?
Candidates need a B.Tech/B.E. or M.E./M.Tech. in relevant disciplines like Electronics Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or Mechanical Engineering with a first division and a valid NET/GATE score from a UGC recognized university.
Q3. How many vacancies are available for the Junior Research Fellow position?
There are a total of 8 vacancies for the Junior Research Fellow posts at Instruments Research & Development Establishment (DRDO IRDE).
Q4. What is the age limit for the Junior Research Fellow posts?
The maximum age limit for the Junior Research Fellow posts is 28 years. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST and OBC candidates as per government norms.
Q5. What is the salary offered for the Junior Research Fellow position?
Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000/- along with House Rent Allowance (HRA) as admissible.
Q6. What is the application mode for this recruitment?
The application process for this recruitment is offline. Candidates need to download the application form and send it via post.
Q7. What is the application fee for General/OBC candidates?
The application fee for General and OBC category candidates is Rs. 10/-. SC/ST candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.
Q8. What is the selection process for the DRDO IRDE Junior Research Fellow recruitment?
The selection process involves screening of applications, shortlisting based on GATE score and marks, followed by an interview.
Q9. Where is the Instruments Research & Development Establishment located?
Instruments Research & Development Establishment is located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, with the pincode 248008.
Q10. Is there any relaxation in the age limit for reserved categories?
Yes, age relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes (OBC) as per the Government of India norms.