Junior Research Fellowship at DRDE | Chemistry Graduates Apply
Are you looking for a prestigious Junior Research Fellowship under DRDO Careers to work on cutting-edge defence research? The Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDE), Gwalior, under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), invites young and meritorious Indian nationals for a DRDO Internship–style research opportunity through a Walk-in Interview for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) positions in Chemistry and Biological Sciences.
About Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDE) – DRDO
Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDE), Gwalior, is a premier laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). DRDO plays a crucial role in strengthening India’s defence capabilities through advanced scientific research and development. A DRDO Internship or Junior Research Fellowship at DRDE provides young researchers an excellent platform to build a long-term career under DRDO Careers, contributing directly to national security and innovation.
DRDO Junior Research Fellowship – Official Notification Details
Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDE), Gwalior, a premier institute of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), invites applications from young and meritorious Indian Nationals who desire to pursue defence-related research as Junior Research Fellow (JRF). Selection will be made on the basis of a walk-in interview
.Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) – Fellowship Details
- Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Fellowship From: UGC / CSIR / ICMR / DBT, etc.
- Number of Fellowships: No restriction (may change as per organizational requirement)
Subject / Discipline & Essential Qualification
First class M.Sc. in Chemistry (Physical / Analytical / Organic / Inorganic) and having Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) with Fellowship from UGC, CSIR, ICMR, DBT, etc
Monthly Stipend
Monthly Stipend and other allowances as per CSIR-UGC-NET policy
Age Limit
Age and Educational qualification will be considered as of the date of the interview. Age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates and by 3 years for OBC candidates as per DRDO policy
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Tenure of Fellowship
Candidate will work initially for the first two years as Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and will subsequently be upgraded as Senior Research Fellow (SRF) for the remaining three years, subject to satisfactory performance to be assessed as per CSIR-UGC guidelines
Date & Reporting Time
- Date of Interview: 08 January 2026
- Reporting Time: 09:30 hrs
- Venue: Main Gate Reception, DRDE, Jhansi Road, Gwalior – 474002
