Research Associate (RA) Recruitment at DRDO DYSL-QT Pune 2026

Maharashtra, India Posted Last verified

Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 1
Employment Type
Employment Type: Temporary
Pay Scale
Pay Scale: ₹67,000 per month
Qualification
Qualification: PhD in Physics or allied branches, or Master's degree (M.S./M.Sc./ME/MTech) with 3 years of research/teaching/design experience and at least one SCI journal publication.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of research, teaching, or design and development experience required for Master's degree holders; fresh PhD holders are eligible.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Upto 35 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Offline
Deadline
Deadline:

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Young Scientist Laboratory- Quantum Technologies (DYSL-QT) is recruiting for 1 Research Associate (RA) position in Pune. This prestigious fellowship offers a monthly stipend of ₹67,000 plus HRA for candidates holding a PhD in Physics or a Master's degree with three years of research experience and a published SCI journal paper. Selected researchers will work on cutting-edge projects involving Quantum Computing, Communication, and Sensing. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to India's advanced defense research and development sector within a high-tech laboratory environment.

  • The fellowship is initially offered for a period of two years at the DYSL-QT facility in Pune.
  • Candidates must possess a PhD in Physics or a Master's degree (M.Tech/M.Sc) with 3 years of R&D experience.
  • The upper age limit is 35 years, with relaxations provided for SC, ST, and OBC-NCL categories.
  • Selection is conducted through a personal interview for shortlisted candidates notified via email.
  • Applications must be submitted offline to the DIAT Campus address within 30 days of publication.
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Additional Salary Information

Stipend of ₹67,000 per month plus HRA as applicable.

Important Dates

Notification Date 22 June 2026
Application Deadline 21 July 2026

Selection Process

Shortlisting of candidates based on academic merit and experience.
Personal Interview Document Verification

Application Fees

No application fee

Reservation

Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC (NCL) candidates as per Government of India rules.

How to Apply

  • Download the application form from the official DRDO website or request it via email from dyslqtdrdo@gmail.com.
  • Fill the application form in block letters and attach a self-attested photograph.
  • Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates from SSLC/Matric onwards.
  • Include proof of CGPA to percentage conversion formula from the respective University/Institution.
  • Super-scribe the envelope with 'Application for RA' on the top left corner.
  • Send the completed application to: The Director, DRDO Young Scientist Laboratory- Quantum Technology (DYSL-QT), Hall No. 1, Ground Floor, Vigyan Upakendra, DIAT Campus, Girinagar, Pune- 411025.
  • Optionally, send a soft copy of the application to dyslqtdrdo@gmail.com.
  • Ensure the application reaches the destination within 30 days from the date of publication in Employment News.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Research Associate (RA) receives a monthly stipend of ₹67,000 plus applicable House Rent Allowance (HRA).

Candidates need a PhD in Physics/allied branches or a Master's degree (M.S./M.Sc./ME/MTech) with 3 years of research/teaching/design experience and at least one SCI journal publication.

The maximum age limit is 35 years as of the application deadline, with government-mandated relaxations for reserved categories.