Junior Research Fellow (JRF-02) – DMRL

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Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 7
Employment Type
Employment Type: Contract, Full Time
Pay Scale
Pay Scale: ₹37,000 per month
Qualification
Qualification: Applicants must have a B.E./B.Tech. or M.E./M.Tech. with a first-class degree in Mechanical Engineering from a UGC recognized University. A valid GATE score is essential for B.E./B.Tech. degree holders.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Freshers eligible — no prior work experience is explicitly required for this Junior Research Fellow position, but a valid GATE score is essential.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Upto 28 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Apply Offline
Deadline
Deadline:

The Junior Research Fellow (JRF-02) role at DMRL offers 7 positions for Mechanical Engineering graduates to engage in advanced research. This fellowship provides a monthly stipend of ₹37,000, along with HRA, supporting innovative work in defence-related materials and processing technologies. It's an excellent opportunity for individuals with a first-class degree and a valid GATE score to contribute to critical national projects and develop their research careers.

  • Candidates must hold a B.E./B.Tech. or M.E./M.Tech. degree with first class in Mechanical Engineering from a UGC recognized University.
  • A valid GATE score is a mandatory eligibility criterion for B.E./B.Tech. degree holders applying for this JRF position.
  • The fellowship is temporary with a maximum tenure of four years, subject to satisfactory performance and committee recommendations.
  • Applicants should prepare all academic transcripts, degree certificates, and a valid GATE score card for submission.
  • The selection process will involve shortlisting based on academic merit and GATE score, followed by an interview at Hyderabad.
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Additional Salary Information

JRFs will receive a stipend of ₹37,000 per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per DRDO Rules.

Important Dates

Last date of receiving an application 21 days after the date of publication of the advertisement on the DRDO website

Selection Process

Shortlisting based on valid NET / GATE score for B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc. degree holders.
Shortlisting based on percentage of marks in M.E./M.Tech. for M.E./M.Tech. degree holders.
Interview for shortlisted candidates (venue at Hyderabad, date to be intimated later).
Verification of original certificates at the time of interview.

Application Fees

Refer official detailed notification

Reservation

Age relaxation for SC/ST candidates: 5 years Age relaxation for OBC candidates: 3 years

How to Apply

  • Download the application form (excel sheet) from www.drdo.gov.in.
  • Fill all entries in the excel sheet.
  • Scan all supporting documents (except the application form) into a single PDF document.
  • Name the excel sheet and PDF document starting with the Sl. No. of the post followed by the candidate's name (e.g., 2Srinivas for Mechanical Engineering).
  • Send both the filled excel sheet and the PDF of scanned certificates to dmrlhrd@gmail.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Junior Research Fellow (JRF-02) will receive a monthly stipend of ₹37,000 plus HRA as per DRDO Rules.

Candidates require a B.E./B.Tech. or M.E./M.Tech. with first class in Mechanical Engineering from a UGC recognized University, with a valid GATE score for B.E./B.Tech. holders.

There are 7 vacancies available for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF-02) position.