DRDO DRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2025 – Full Notification

The Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDE), a prestigious laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has released a recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts. This opportunity does not involve any written exam. Selection will be based solely on an interview.

Key Highlights

• Organization: DRDO – DRDE Gwalior
• Post: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
• Mode of Selection: Interview-based (No written test)
• Stipend: ₹37,000 per month
• Advertisement Source: Employment News (June 14–20, 2025 Edition)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• First Class M.Sc. in a relevant discipline
• Must have qualified CSIR-UGC NET (JRF) or any equivalent national eligibility test

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 28 years (as on interview date)
• SC/ST candidates: 5 years age relaxation
• OBC candidates: 3 years age relaxation

Stipend

Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹37,000.

Selection Process

The selection will be done through an interview conducted at the DRDE campus in Gwalior. No written test is required.

Application Process

1. Visit the official DRDO website: drdo.gov.in
2. Navigate to the “Careers” section from the homepage.
3. Click on the appropriate JRF recruitment link under DRDE.
4. Register and log in using valid credentials.
5. Fill out the application form with accurate personal and academic details.
6. Upload all required documents.
7. Pay the applicable application fee (if mentioned in the final detailed notification).
8. Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
9. Email the completed application form to: director.drde@gov.in or anupam.deal@gov.in.

Interview Venue

The interview will be held at the following address:

Important Notes

• Candidates must carry original documents for verification during the interview.
• Ensure eligibility and qualification criteria are fully met before applying.
• Incomplete or late applications will be rejected.

FAQs

Q1. What is the selection process for DRDE JRF?

There is no written exam. Selection is based only on interview performance.

Q2. What is the stipend amount for DRDO JRF?

The monthly stipend is ₹37,000 for selected candidates.

Q3. Is NET qualification mandatory?

Yes, candidates must have qualified CSIR-UGC NET (JRF) or an equivalent national exam.

Q4. How to apply for DRDO DRDE JRF 2025?

Apply online at drdo.gov.in and email your filled application form to the provided email IDs.

For the latest updates and official notice, candidates should regularly check drdo.gov.in.