Assam Career : The Defence Research Development Organization (DRDO) is inviting applications from young and motivated Indian nationals for the prestigious role of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at the Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (VRDE). This 2026 recruitment drive offers an exceptional opportunity for engineering graduates to contribute to high-level defense research and development.
Selected fellows will work on advanced automotive and mechanical systems, gaining invaluable experience within India's premier defense research framework.
Vacancy & Discipline Distribution
DRDO is seeking research fellows in the following engineering disciplines:
| Discipline | No. of Posts | Post Name |
| Mechanical Engineering | 02 | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Electrical Engineering | 01 | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Total | 03 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet one of the following criteria as of the date of the interview:
B.E. / B.Tech: Degree in First Division with a valid GATE Score. (Only GATE scores from 2024, 2025, and 2026 are acceptable).
M.E. / M.Tech: Degree in First Division at both Graduate and Post-Graduate levels.
Age Limit
Upper Age Limit: 28 years (as of the date of the interview).
Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer) candidates.
Fellowship Benefits
Monthly Stipend: ₹37,000 per month.
HRA: House Rent Allowance as per admissible central government rules.
Selection Procedure (Walk-in Interview)
The selection process involves a written test followed by a personal interview. Candidates must report in person to the venue in Maharashtra.
Reporting Venue: VRDE, Vahannagar PO, Ahilyanagar – 414006 (Maharashtra).
Interview Dates: 4th May 2026 to 7th May 2026.
Reporting Time: 09:30 AM.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must confirm their attendance for the walk-in interview via email before the deadline.
Email Submission: Send your willingness to attend to: kapilpuraswani.vrde@gov.in.
Subject Line: Must be: "Application for the post of Junior Research Fellowship-Subject" (Replace 'Subject' with your discipline).
Deadline for Email: 30th April 2026.
Note: Ensure you carry a copy of your caste certificate (if applicable) and your GATE scorecard for verification.
Detailed Advertisement Information
| Notification Item | Details |
| Organization | Defence Research Development Organization (DRDO) |
| Establishment | VRDE, Ahilyanagar (Maharashtra) |
| Employment Type | Fellowship / Research |
| Official Website | |
| Application Mode | Email Willingness + Walk-in |
| Official Notification | Click Here |