DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

Bank of India; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 4,955,000 - 5,692,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend ₹37,000/month + HRA

Job summary

DRDO VRDE in Maharashtra invites applications for a Research Fellowship (Junior Research Fellow). Five vacancies are open for candidates with BE/BTech in Mechanical Engineering (First Division) with valid GATE 2024/2025/2026, or ME/MTech in First Division at graduate and postgraduate levels.

The stipend is ₹37,000 per month plus admissible HRA. The application deadline is 7 October 2026 with document verification on 6 October and written test/interview on 6–7 October 2026.

Qualifications

• BE/BTech in Mechanical Engineering with First Division and valid GATE 2024/2025/2026.
• Alternatively ME/MTech in First Division at both graduate and postgraduate levels.

Education

BE/BTech Mechanical Engineering (First Division) with valid GATE 2024/2025/2026

ME/MTech (First Division) at graduate and postgraduate levels

Job description

Category Defence Research

Job type Research Fellowship

Job location Maharashtra

Qualification BE/BTech Mechanical Engineering in First Division with valid GATE 2024/2025/2026, or ME/MTech in First Division at graduate and postgraduate levels

Total vacancies 5

Fellowship stipend is ₹37,000 per month plus admissible HRA. Email willingness by 27 September 2026. Document verification is 6 October; written test/interview runs 6–7 October 2026.

Application start date August 31, 2026

Last date to apply October 7, 2026

Examination date October 6, 2026

• No application fee stated

Age limit

Maximum 28 years; relaxation 5 years SC/ST and 3 years OBC-NCL Verify category-specific rules and relaxations in the official notification.

Selection process

• 1 Document verification, written test and interview

Frequently asked questions about DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

What is the last date for DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply is October 7, 2026. Verify the date in the official notification before applying.

How many vacancies are available for DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?

5 vacancies are listed for this recruitment. Check the official notification for post-wise or category-wise details.

What qualification is required for DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?

The listed qualification is BE/BTech Mechanical Engineering in First Division with valid GATE 2024/2025/2026, or ME/MTech in First Division at graduate and postgraduate levels. Read the official notification for complete eligibility requirements.

What is the age limit for DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?

Maximum 28 years; relaxation 5 years SC/ST and 3 years OBC-NCL Verify category-specific rules and relaxations in the official notification.

How can I apply for DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?