| Board | Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDO DRDE) |
| State | All India |
| Qualification | M.Sc. in Chemistry or Life Sciences/Zoology/Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Microbiology/Pharmacology/Toxicology/Immunology with CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR JRF Fellowship. |
| Salary | As per CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR Guidelines. |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 18 Jun 2026 (Closed) |
Find quick answers to common questions regarding the DRDO DRDE JRF Recruitment 2026. Get clarity on vacancies, application process, eligibility, and other key aspects of this Junior Research Fellow opportunity.
Ans: The DRDO DRDE JRF Recruitment 2026 has announced an unlimited number of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions.
Ans: The last date for the walk-in interview for Life Sciences JRF is 18 Jun 2026, which serves as the effective last date for application.
Ans: As per official notification, no application fee is mentioned in the official notification for the DRDO DRDE JRF Recruitment 2026.
Ans: Candidates must hold a first-class M.Sc. in Chemistry or Life Sciences/Zoology/Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Microbiology/Pharmacology/Toxicology/Immunology with a valid CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR JRF Fellowship.
Ans: The selection process for DRDO DRDE JRF Recruitment 2026 is a walk-in-interview.
Ans: The interviews are scheduled for 17 Jun 2026 (Chemistry JRF) and 18 Jun 2026 (Life Sciences JRF).
Ans: The maximum age limit for DRDO DRDE JRF is 28 years, with relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates.
Ans: The salary for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) will be a monthly stipend and other allowances as per CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR Guidelines.
Ans: The official notification PDF can be accessed via the "Important Links" section on this page.
Ans: The Junior Research Fellow positions under DRDO DRDE Recruitment 2026 are project-based.