Junior Research Fellow (Electronics and Communication Engineering) – CVRDE
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 5
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹37,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering with First Division and valid GATE score, or M.E. / M.Tech in relevant discipline with First Division.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — no prior experience required; focus is on academic excellence and research aptitude.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 28 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Hybrid Application
- Deadline
- Deadline:
CVRDE is recruiting 5 Junior Research Fellows in Electronics and Communication Engineering to support innovative research in AFV communication systems. This role offers a competitive stipend of ₹37,000 per month and provides a unique vantage point into the technical challenges of modern defense electronics. Candidates with a First Division degree and a passion for research will find this an ideal environment to develop specialized expertise. The position is based in Avadi, Chennai, offering access to world-class laboratory facilities and mentorship from senior defense scientists.
- Candidates with degrees from foreign universities must provide an equivalency certificate from the Association of Indian Universities.
- The application can be submitted either via post to the Director, CVRDE, or through email in PDF format to pmhr.cvrde@gov.in.
- The age limit is calculated as on the date of application, with standard relaxations for reserved category candidates.
- Selection is strictly based on merit, determined through academic records, a written test, and a personal interview.
- Fellows are encouraged to contribute to high-impact research projects that enhance the capabilities of combat vehicles.
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Additional Salary Information
Consolidated stipend of ₹37,000 per month plus HRA and medical facilities as per rules.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech marks.
Written Test (Objective Type) at CVRDE, Avadi.
Personal Interview for candidates who qualify the written test.
Document Verification of original certificates at the time of interview.
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned in the official notification.
Reservation
Total Vacancies: 5 Standard GoI norms apply for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories within the total count.
How to Apply
- Download the application format from Annexure-I of the official notification.
- Fill the application form in block letters with all required personal and educational details.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates for Date of Birth, qualifications, mark sheets, and GATE score.
- If currently employed, include a 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC) from the current employer.
- Option 1: Send the physical application to 'The Director, CVRDE, Min of Defence, DRDO, Avadi, Chennai - 600054'.
- Write 'Application for JRF Recruitment-2026' on the top of the envelope.
- Option 2: Email the application form and supporting documents in PDF format to pmhr.cvrde@gov.in.
- Ensure the application reaches CVRDE within 21 days of the advertisement publication.
Frequently Asked Questions
The fellowship provides a consolidated monthly emolument of ₹37,000 plus HRA and medical facilities.
A First Division B.E./B.Tech in ECE with a valid GATE score, or a First Division M.E./M.Tech in the same discipline is mandatory.
The maximum age is 28 years for UR, 31 years for OBC (NCL), and 33 years for SC/ST candidates.
