Junior Research Fellow – ARDE
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹37,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering with NET/GATE, or M.E./M.Tech in the same discipline.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — no prior experience required; selection is based on academic merit and NET/GATE scores.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 28 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Hybrid
- Deadline
- Deadline:
This specialized JRF role in Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering at ARDE Pune offers a rare opportunity to contribute to the aerodynamic and structural research of armament systems. The fellow will work on projects involving flight dynamics, aerospace materials, and advanced propulsion concepts. This position is ideal for a high-achieving graduate or postgraduate who wants to apply aerospace principles to defence technology. Joining this premier DRDO lab provides an unparalleled environment for professional growth in the aerospace sector.
- Applicants should have a maximum age of 28 years as of the interview date.
- The fellowship is initially for two years and can be extended based on institutional guidelines.
- Candidates must have secured a first division in their B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech degrees.
- The application requires a hand-written form along with self-attested copies of all academic credentials.
- Candidates currently in government service must provide a 'No Objection Certificate' during the interview.
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Additional Salary Information
Monthly stipend of ₹37,000 plus HRA and other benefits as per DRDO fellowship rules.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting of candidates based on qualifications and experience Interview Written Test (if applicable)
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned
Reservation
The single vacancy will be filled as per the general merit or applicable reservation category norms.
How to Apply
- Download the application proforma from the official DRDO website or use the one provided in the notification.
- Fill out the application form in your own handwriting.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, NET/GATE scorecard, and caste certificate.
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the top right corner of the Bio-data.
- Superscribe the name of the post on the envelope.
- Send the completed application to: The Director, Armament Research & Development Establishment (ARDE), Armament Post, Pashan, PUNE - 411 021.
- Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 31st August 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The fellowship provides a monthly stipend of ₹37,000 plus HRA and other admissible benefits.
A B.E./B.Tech in Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering with NET/GATE, or an M.E./M.Tech in the same field is required.
There is 1 vacancy available for this specific aerospace research fellowship.
