As of February 19, 2025, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced several recruitment opportunities for the year 2025. Below is a comprehensive overview of the vacancies, eligibility criteria, syllabus, exam pattern, and important dates, presented in a tabular format.
1. Current Job Openings:
| Position | Vacancies | Notification Date | Interview Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at DIBER, Haldwani | 06 | December 2024 | January 17, 2025 | DIBER (DRDO), Haldwani |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at NSTL, Visakhapatnam | To be notified | January 2025 | February 19, 2025 | NSTL, Visakhapatnam |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at ADE, Bengaluru | To be notified | February 2025 | March 19, 2025 | ADE, Bengaluru |
2. Eligibility Criteria:
| Position | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at DIBER | First-class M.Sc. in Chemistry (Physical/Analytical/Organic/Inorganic) or related fields with NET qualification | 28 years |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at NSTL | B.E./B.Tech. in Naval Architecture/Aerospace Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent | 28 years |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at ADE | B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering or related field | 28 years |
3. Selection Process:
| Position | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at DIBER | Walk-in interview |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at NSTL | Written test (if necessary) followed by interview |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at ADE | Walk-in interview |
4. Syllabus and Exam Pattern:
| Position | Exam Pattern | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at DIBER | No written test; direct interview | Not applicable |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at NSTL | Objective-type multiple-choice questions (if written test is conducted) | Relevant technical subjects pertaining to the specific discipline |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at ADE | No written test; direct interview | Not applicable |
5. Important Dates:
| Event | DIBER JRF | NSTL JRF | ADE JRF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | December 2024 | January 2025 | February 2025 |
| Interview Date | January 17, 2025 | February 19, 2025 | March 19, 2025 |
| Reporting Time | 09:00 AM | 09:00 AM | 08:00-08:30 AM |
6. Application Process:
- Mode: Offline; candidates are required to attend walk-in interviews at the respective venues.
- Documents Required:
- Duly filled application form (available in the official notification)
- Original and self-attested copies of educational certificates
- Valid ID proof
- Passport-sized photographs
- NOC from current employer (if applicable)
Note: Candidates are advised to regularly check the official DRDO website (https://www.drdo.gov.in/) for updates on notifications, application forms, and detailed eligibility criteria.
