Overview
DRDO TBRL has announced 14 walk‑in vacancies for Junior Research Fellows and Research Associates for 2026. Candidates with BE/B.Tech/ME/M.Tech and NET/GATE or Ph.D. in relevant disciplines, up to 28 years for JRFs and 35 years for RAs (with relaxation for SC/ST/OBC), can attend walk‑in interviews from 21 to 29 April 2026. The selection involves eligibility screening followed by a walk‑in interview.
Key Details
- Organization
- Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (DRDO TBRL)
- Qualification
- BE/B.Tech/ME/M.Tech in relevant discipline with valid NET/GATE or Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Vacancies
- 14
Important Dates
| walk_in_start | 21 April 2026 |
| walk_in_end | 29 April 2026 |
| Interview for JRF - Mechanical Engg. | 21 April 2026 |
| Interview for JRF - Physics | 22 April 2026 |
| Interview for JRF - Electronics & Communication Engg | 23 April 2026 |
| Interview for JRF - Computer Science | 24 April 2026 |
| Interview for JRF - Electrical Engg. | 27 April 2026 |
| Interview for RA - Metallurgy & Material Engg. | 28 April 2026 |
| Interview for RA - Physics | 29 April 2026 |
Important Links
- notificationOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Junior Research Fellow - Mechanical Engg.: 2; Junior Research Fellow - Physics: 2; Junior Research Fellow - Electronics & Communication Engg: 2; Junior Research Fellow - Computer Science: 4; Junior Research Fellow - Electrical Engg.: 2; Research Associate - Metallurgy & Material Engg.: 1; Research Associate - Physics: 1
Selection Process
Screening based on eligibility criteria followed by walk‑in interview
How to Apply
Read the official notification carefully before attending the interview., Report at the venue as per the reporting time mentioned in the notification., Carry all original documents along with one set of self‑attested photocopies (ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates if required, category certificate if applicable)., Bring the duly filled application form if required in the notification., Verify eligibility criteria before attending the interview., Reach the venue well in advance to complete registration formalities., Keep extra passport‑size photographs for submission if required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for DRDO TBRL Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for 14 Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate Posts?
walk in start: 21 April 2026; walk in end: 29 April 2026; Interview for JRF - Mechanical Engg.: 21 April 2026; Interview for JRF - Physics: 22 April 2026; Interview for JRF - Electronics & Communication Engg: 23 April 2026; Interview for JRF - Computer Science: 24 April 2026; Interview for JRF - Electrical Engg.: 27 April 2026; Interview for RA - Metallurgy & Material Engg.: 28 April 2026; Interview for RA - Physics: 29 April 2026
What is the application fee?
JRF: ; RA:
What is the age limit?
JRFs: Max 28 years (SC/ST +5 years, OBC +3 years); RAs: Max 35 years (SC/ST +5 years, OBC +3 years)
What is the selection process?
Screening based on eligibility criteria followed by walk‑in interview