Junior Research Fellow (JRF-04) – DRDO DMRL

Telangana, India Posted Last verified

Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 2
Employment Type
Employment Type: Contract, Temporary
Pay Scale
Pay Scale: ₹37,000 per month
Qualification
Qualification: First Division M.Sc. in Physics from a UGC recognized university with valid NET qualification.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Freshers eligible — candidates with M.Sc. Physics and NET qualification can apply directly.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Upto 28 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Apply Offline
Deadline
Deadline:

The Junior Research Fellow post in Physics at DRDO DMRL is tailored for physics postgraduates looking to conduct foundational and applied research in physical sciences and condensed matter physics for defence materials. Fellows collaborate with multidisciplinary scientific teams at DMRL Hyderabad. Eligible postgraduates with first-class degrees and valid NET qualification can apply to gain exposure to state-of-the-art research infrastructure.

  • Tailored for postgraduates in Physics seeking applied research experience in defence laboratory environments.
  • Mandatory requirement of a valid CSIR-UGC NET qualification alongside first-class M.Sc. degree.
  • Shortlisting for the interview stage is based on valid NET score credentials.
  • Application requires submitting the filled excel format and supporting scanned certificates via email.
  • The position offers medical benefits for self and optional part-time Ph.D. registration upon director approval.
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Additional Salary Information

₹37,000 per month plus admissible House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per DRDO rules.

Important Dates

Application Deadline 16 November 2026
Application Closing Window 21 days from date of publication on DRDO website

Selection Process

Shortlisting of candidates based on GATE/NET score or M.E./M.Tech percentage marks.
Personal Interview of shortlisted candidates at Hyderabad venue.

Application Fees

No Application Fee Stated

Reservation

SC / ST: 5 years age relaxation OBC: 3 years age relaxation

How to Apply

  • Visit the official website www.drdo.gov.in and download the application form in Excel sheet format.
  • Fill in all required details in the Excel sheet accurately.
  • Scan all supporting documents (educational certificates, GATE/NET score card, ID proof, caste certificate, NOC, etc.) into a single merged PDF file.
  • Name the Excel file and PDF file starting with the post Sl. No. followed by candidate name (e.g., 2Srinivas).
  • Email both the filled Excel sheet and the scanned single PDF file to dmrlhrd@gmail.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

Candidates must have a First Division M.Sc. degree in Physics from a UGC recognized university along with a valid NET qualification.

The monthly stipend is ₹37,000 plus applicable HRA in accordance with DRDO guidelines.

Eligible candidates should download the excel application form from www.drdo.gov.in, complete it, and email the excel sheet along with a merged PDF of documents to dmrlhrd@gmail.com.