Defence Institute Of Psychological Research (DRDO DIPR) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 09 Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official DRDO DIPR website. The last date to submit the application form is 19-12-2025. In this article, you’ll find the DRDO DIPR Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
DIPR JRF & RA Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Company Name | Defence Institute of Psychological Research (DIPR) |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Research Associate (RA) |
| No of Posts | JRF: 8, RA: 1 |
| Salary | JRF: Rs. 37,000/- p.m. (1st & 2nd year). Rs. 42,000/- p.m. (3rd Year if retained as JRF). RA: Rs. 67,000/- p.m. (for 2 years, non-extendable). Contingency grants as per rules for both posts. HRA as per government rules. |
| Qualification | JRF: Post Graduation in Psychology/Applied Psychology (Specialization: Organisation Behaviour/Social Psychology/Personality Assessment/Clinical/Health) with First Division AND NET/GATE qualification. RA: Ph.D. in Psychology. |
| Age Limit | JRF: Maximum 28 years (Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and by 3 years for OBC). RA: Maximum 35 years (Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and by 3 years for OBC). |
| Start Date for Apply | Date of Publication (within 30 days) |
| Last Date for Apply | Within 30 days from publication |
| Official Website | drdo.gov.in |
DIPR JRF & RA Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 8 |
| Research Associate (RA) | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria
- JRF: Post Graduation in Psychology/Applied Psychology with First Division and NET/GATE qualification. Specialization in Organisation Behaviour/Social Psychology/Personality Assessment/Clinical/Health.
- RA: Ph.D. in Psychology.
- Maximum age for JRF: 28 years (Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and by 3 years for OBC candidates as per GoI orders).
- Maximum age for RA: 35 years (Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and by 3 years for OBC candidates as per GoI orders).
Salary/Stipend
- JRF: Rs. 37,000/- per month for 1st and 2nd year.
- JRF: Rs. 42,000/- per month for 3rd year (if retained).
- RA: Rs. 67,000/- per month for 2 years (non-extendable).
- HRA shall be admissible as per Government rules for all posts.
- Contingency grant: up to Rs. 15,000/- per annum for JRF (first 2 years), Rs. 20,000/- for subsequent years; up to Rs. 20,000/- per annum for RA (all years).
Age Limit
- JRF: Maximum 28 years as on last application date (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, by 3 years for OBC).
- RA: Maximum 35 years as on last application date (same relaxation as above).
Application Fee
- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 20-11-2025 |
| Last Date | Within 30 days from date of publication |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on eligibility as per application and documents.
- Further process/instructions to be communicated as per organizational rules (not detailed in the notification).
How To Apply
- Download and fill prescribed application format as per notification.
- Affix recent passport size photograph to application.
- Attach photocopies of supporting documents (educational qualifications, age, caste, experience, NET/GATE if required).
- Send application to: Director, DIPR, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi-110054.
- Application must reach within 30 days from date of advertisement publication.
- Candidates working in Government, PSU, Autonomous Bodies must apply through proper channel.
Instructions
- Write "Application for the post of..." on the envelope.
- Applications must be complete and supported by all necessary certificates and attestations.
- False information may lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage.
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DRDO DIPR Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate Recruitment 2025 - FAQs
1. What is the starting date to apply for DIPR JRF & RA 2025?
Ans: 20-11-2025
2. What is the last apply date for DIPR JRF & RA 2025?
Ans: Applications must be submitted within 30 days from the date of publication.
3. What is the Eligibility to apply for DIPR JRF & RA 2025?
Ans: JRF: PG in Psychology/Applied Psychology with First Division and NET/GATE qualification. RA: Ph.D. in Psychology.
4. What is the Maximum Age Limit to apply for DIPR JRF & RA 2025?
Ans: JRF: 28 years; RA: 35 years. Age relaxations as per rules.
5. How many vacancies are being recruited by DIPR JRF & RA 2025?
Ans: Total 9 vacancies (JRF: 8, RA: 1).
6. What is the salary for DIPR JRF?
Ans: Rs. 37,000/- p.m. for first two years, Rs. 42,000/- in third year (if retained). HRA and contingency as per rules.
7. What is the salary for DIPR RA?
Ans: Rs. 67,000/- p.m. during the tenure (2 years, non-extendable). HRA and contingency as per rules.
