JRF (Mechanical) – DRDO
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 2
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹37,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with NET/GATE, or M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (first division at both levels).
- 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 Mechanical Engineering at Defence Laboratory Jodhpur is designed for engineering graduates and post-graduates eager to work on mechanical design and material testing for defense systems. This role provides hands-on experience in a high-tech environment, allowing fellows to contribute to the structural and mechanical aspects of defense projects. It is a highly sought-after position for mechanical engineers looking to gain specialized research experience in a premier government organization. The fellowship encourages technical growth and provides a pathway into the specialized field of defense engineering.
- The fellowship duration is two years, with potential for extension and upgrade to SRF based on performance.
- Eligible candidates include B.E./B.Tech graduates with NET/GATE or M.E./M.Tech post-graduates in Mechanical Engineering.
- The walk-in-interview is scheduled for July 23, 2026, at the Ratanada Palace facility in Jodhpur.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview; candidates must make their own travel arrangements.
- The role offers a monthly stipend of ₹37,000 along with HRA and medical facilities as per DRDO norms.
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Additional Salary Information
Stipend of ₹37,000 per month 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
UR/OBC/SC/ST: 2 (Distributed as per standard Government of India reservation norms)
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 (Mechanical) is awarded a monthly stipend of ₹37,000 plus HRA and medical facilities.
A first-division B.E./B.Tech with NET/GATE or a first-division M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering is required.
There are 2 vacancies available for the Junior Research Fellowship in Mechanical Engineering.