- Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL), a premier research lab under DRDO, invites applications for 18 Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) positions focused on advanced materials and processing technologies.
- DMRL was established in 1963 with a mission to develop cutting-edge materials and technologies for modern defense applications.
- The fellowship offers a monthly stipend of ₹37,000 plus HRA as per DRDO rules.
- The post is temporary with a maximum tenure of 4 years, initially for 2 years, extendable for another 2 years based on performance.
- Successful candidates may be elevated to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) after 2 years of satisfactory performance.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview or joining, if selected.
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Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) Positions at Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL)
Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)
Total Vacancies
18
Job Location
Hyderabad, Telangana
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) (DRDO) |
| Job Category | Defense |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.Tech (btech), B.E. (be), M.Sc. (msc), M.Tech (mtech), M.E. (me) |
| Number of Vacancies | 18 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Monthly stipend of ₹37,000 plus HRA as per DRDO rules. |
| Age Limits | Maximum 28 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Message: No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided job notification text. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: Maximum 28 years as of the interview closing date. Relaxation for SC/ST (5 years) and OBC (3 years) as per government guidelines.
- Candidates must be Indian nationals and must possess one of the following qualifications (with first-class marks):
• JRF-01 (Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science): B.E./B.Tech. with valid GATE score or M.E./M.Tech. in the specified disciplines.
• JRF-02 (Mechanical Engineering): B.E./B.Tech. with valid GATE score or M.E./M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering.
• JRF-03 (Chemical Engineering): B.E./B.Tech. with valid GATE score or M.E./M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering.
• JRF-04 (Physics): M.Sc. in Physics with a First Division and valid NET qualification.
- Valid GATE score is mandatory for candidates with B.E./B.Tech. degrees.
- Valid NET score is mandatory for candidates with M.Sc. in Physics.
- Candidates must have been awarded Degree/Provisional Certificates (applicable for B.Tech. or M.Tech.).
- Candidates must be Indian nationals and must possess one of the following qualifications (with first-class marks):
• JRF-01 (Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science): B.E./B.Tech. with valid GATE score or M.E./M.Tech. in the specified disciplines.
• JRF-02 (Mechanical Engineering): B.E./B.Tech. with valid GATE score or M.E./M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering.
• JRF-03 (Chemical Engineering): B.E./B.Tech. with valid GATE score or M.E./M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering.
• JRF-04 (Physics): M.Sc. in Physics with a First Division and valid NET qualification.
- Valid GATE score is mandatory for candidates with B.E./B.Tech. degrees.
- Valid NET score is mandatory for candidates with M.Sc. in Physics.
- Candidates must have been awarded Degree/Provisional Certificates (applicable for B.Tech. or M.Tech.).
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting will be based on valid NET/GATE scores and percentage of marks in qualifying exams.
- Interview will be conducted for shortlisted candidates at Hyderabad.
- Final selection will be at the discretion of the DMRL Selection Committee.
- No written test is mentioned in the notification.
- Interview will be conducted for shortlisted candidates at Hyderabad.
- Final selection will be at the discretion of the DMRL Selection Committee.
- No written test is mentioned in the notification.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST
📂 Required Documents
- B.E./B.Tech. final certificate and consolidated marksheet.
- M.E./M.Tech. certificate and marksheet (if applicable).
- Valid GATE/NET scorecard.
- Aadhar Card or any other government-issued photo ID.
- Self-attested passport-size photograph.
- Experience certificate (if applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable, for SC/ST/OBC relaxation).
- NOC from present employer (if applicable).
- Papers published in journals/conferences (if applicable).
- Any other relevant documents.
- M.E./M.Tech. certificate and marksheet (if applicable).
- Valid GATE/NET scorecard.
- Aadhar Card or any other government-issued photo ID.
- Self-attested passport-size photograph.
- Experience certificate (if applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable, for SC/ST/OBC relaxation).
- NOC from present employer (if applicable).
- Papers published in journals/conferences (if applicable).
- Any other relevant documents.
💳 Application Fee Details
• Message: No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided job notification text.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) positions at DMRL?
There are a total of 18 vacancies for JRF positions at DMRL, distributed across Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Physics disciplines.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to the JRF positions at DMRL?
The maximum age limit for JRF positions is 28 years as of the closing date of the interview. Relaxation is provided for SC/ST (5 years) and OBC (3 years).
Q.
What is the stipend offered for the JRF positions at DMRL?
The stipend for JRF positions is ₹37,000 per month plus HRA as per DRDO rules.
Q.
Is there an application fee for the JRF positions at DMRL?
No, the notification does not mention any application fee for the JRF positions at DMRL.
Q.
Where will the interview for JRF positions be conducted?
The interview for JRF positions will be conducted at Hyderabad, with the exact date to be announced later.