Overview
Defence Research Laboratory , DRDO has released a recruitment notification for the post of Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate (6 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online before 04 September 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Defence Research Laboratory , DRDO
- Qualification
- M.Pharm/M.S(Pharm)/M.Tech(Pharm)/M.Tech in Pharmaceutics, MSc in Zoology, MSc in Biochemistry with NET, Ph.D. in Microbiology
- Vacancies
- 6
- Advertisement No
- DRL/JRF-RA/Interview/03/2026
- Last date to apply
- 04 September 2026
Important Dates
| Last Date | 04 September 2026 |
| Walk-in Date | 11 September 2026 |
| Last date for CV submission | 04 September 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview date | 11 September 2026 |
| Reporting time | 11 September 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (Pharmaceutics/Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Chemistry) | 3 |
| Junior Research Fellow (Zoology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Environmental Sciences) | 1 |
| Junior Research Fellow (Biochemistry) | 1 |
| Research Associate (Microbiology) | 1 |
| Total | 6 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
A total of 6 vacancies are available - 3 for Junior Research Fellow (Pharmaceutics/Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Chemistry), 1 for Junior Research Fellow (Zoology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Environmental Sciences), 1 for Junior Research Fellow (Biochemistry), and 1 for Research Associate (Microbiology). Post Name: Total Posts Junior Research Fellow (Pharmaceutics/Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Chemistry): 3 Junior Research Fellow (Zoology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Environmental Sciences): 1 Junior Research Fellow (Biochemistry): 1 Research Associate (Microbiology): 1 Total: 6
Eligibility
• Junior Research Fellow (Pharmaceutics/Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Chemistry): M.Pharm/M.S(Pharm)/M.Tech(Pharm)/M.Tech in Pharmaceutics/Pharmacology & Toxicology/Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Chemistry/MSc (with NET) in Chemistry • Junior Research Fellow (Zoology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Environmental Sciences): MSc in Zoology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Environmental Sciences with NET • Junior Research Fellow (Biochemistry): MSc in Biochemistry with NET • Research Associate (Microbiology): Ph.D. in Microbiology (Desirable: Specialization in Agriculture Microbiology/Soil Microbiology)
Age Limit
• Maximum Age Limit: 35 years for all posts. • Age Relaxation: SC/ST - 5 years, OBC - 3 years. To avoid any confusion regarding age eligibility, candidates can use our Age Calculator to calculate their exact age based on the prescribed cut-off date before applying.
Salary
• Junior Research Fellow: Rs. 37000/- per month with HRA • Research Associate: Rs. 67000/- per month with HRA
Selection Process
• Walk-in Interview
How to Apply
• Applications must be submitted online on or before 04-09-2026. • To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section. • Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of DRL DRDO to complete the application. • Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details. • Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format. • Pay the application fee online, if applicable. • Review all details carefully before submitting the form. • Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for DRL DRDO Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate Posts?
Last Date: 04 September 2026; Walk-in Date: 11 September 2026; Last date for CV submission: 04 September 2026; Walk-in Interview date: 11 September 2026; Reporting time: 11 September 2026
What is the age limit?
Max: 35 years
What is the selection process?
• Walk-in Interview