Junior Research Fellow & Research Associate-DRDO ARDE Pune 2026
Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE), Pune — a premier laboratory of DRDO — invites applications from young and meritorious Indian nationals for award of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate (RA) fellowships in defence-related research areas.
Advt. No ARDE/JRF-RA/2026
Post Name Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate (RA)
Pay scale JRF: Rs. 37,000/month + HRA | RA: Rs. 67,000/month + HRA (as per DRDO norms)
Last Date 31.08.2026 (application must reach ARDE office)
Name of the Posts
Name of Post | No of Vacancies |
Junior Research Fellow & Research Associate | As per advertisement |
Age Limit
Category | Age Limit |
JRF | 28 years (relaxable for SC/ST/OBC as per rules) |
RA | 35 years (relaxable for SC/ST/OBC as per rules) |
Eligibility
- JRF: First Class BE/B.Tech with valid GATE score, or M.Sc with NET/GATE qualification as prescribed.
- RA: Ph.D or M.Tech with prescribed research experience as per advertisement.
- M.Sc/B.E/B.Tech candidates must have valid UGC/CSIR/NET/GATE score where applicable.
Selection Process
- Screening of applications.
- Interview and/or written test for shortlisted candidates.
- Award of fellowship for two years (extendable as per DRDO rules for JRF).
Important Dates
Event | Date |
Advertisement Date | 21.07.2026 |
Last Date for Receipt of Application | 31.08.2026 |
How to apply
Download the application format from https://www.drdo.gov.in
Fill bio-data as per Annexure; affix recent passport-size photograph.
Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, NET/GATE scorecard and caste certificate (if applicable).
Superscribe envelope with post name and send by Speed Post/Courier to:
The Director, Armament Research & Development Establishment (ARDE), Armament Post, Pashan, PUNE-411021.
Application must reach on or before 31.08.2026. Email applications are not accepted.
Government employees must bring NOC from employer at the time of interview.
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