JRF (Physics) – DRDO
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹37,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Post graduate degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Physics with first division and NET/GATE/JEST qualification.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — no prior work experience required for this fellowship post.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 28 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Walk-in Interview
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in Physics at DRDO Jodhpur is a prime opportunity for young physicists to apply their academic knowledge to real-world defense research. This position focuses on the study and development of materials and physical systems essential for modern defense technology. Candidates will benefit from mentorship by senior scientists and access to advanced laboratory infrastructure in Rajasthan. This role serves as an excellent stepping stone for those aiming for a Ph.D. or a long-term career in national research and development laboratories.
- This role offers a two-year fellowship tenure with the possibility of promotion to Senior Research Fellow.
- Applicants must hold a first-class M.Sc. in Physics and have cleared national exams like NET, GATE, or JEST.
- The interview date for the Physics JRF position is July 23, 2026, at the Defence Laboratory Jodhpur.
- Candidates should bring a complete bio-data with a recent photograph and self-attested copies of all certificates to the interview.
- The position provides a monthly emolument of ₹37,000 plus HRA and medical benefits as per rules.
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Additional Salary Information
Monthly stipend of ₹37,000 plus HRA and medical facilities; 2-year duration extendable to SRF.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Walk-in Interview Document Verification
Application Fees
No Application Fee
Reservation
Unreserved: 1
How to Apply
- Prepare a complete Bio-Data with a recent passport-size photograph affixed on the top right corner.
- Gather one set of self-attested copies of all degrees, academic qualification certificates, mark sheets, and experience certificates.
- Ensure you have original certificates and testimonials related to age and education for verification.
- Candidates from Govt/PSU/Autonomous bodies must obtain an NOC from their current employer.
- Report to the Defence Laboratory, Dr DS Kothari Marg, Ratanada Palace, Jodhpur-342011 (Rajasthan) at 10:00 HRS on the specified interview date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The JRF (Physics) receives a monthly stipend of ₹37,000 plus HRA and medical facilities.
A first-division M.Sc. in Physics and a valid NET, GATE, or JEST score are required.
The maximum age for JRF (Physics) is 28 years, with applicable relaxations for reserved categories.