The Defence Research Laboratory (DRDO DRL) has released the official Junior Research Fellow Notification 2026 on 21 April 2026 at drdo.gov.in. A total of 5 vacancies have been announced under the DRDO DRL JRF Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates aged up to 28 years with a qualification of M.Pharm / M.S (Pharm) / M.Tech (Pharmaceutics / Pharmacology / Pharmaceutical Chemistry and related fields) can apply via email submission before 12 May 2026. The official notification PDF and application details are available below.
DRDO DRL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | Defence Research Laboratory (DRDO DRL) |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
| No of Posts | 5 |
| Advt No | DRL/JRF/Interview/02/2026 |
| Salary | Rs. 37000/- Per Month |
| Qualification | M.Pharm, M.S.(Pharm), M.Tech(Pharm), M.Tech(Pharmaceutics), M.Tech(Pharmacology & Toxicology), M.Tech(Pharmacology), M.Tech(Pharmaceutical Chemistry) |
| Age Limit | Max: 28 years |
| Last Date | 12-05-2026 |
| Walk-in Date | 19-05-2026 |
| Apply Mode | |
| Job Type | Contract |
DRDO DRL Junior Research Fellow Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the DRDO DRL Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download DRDO DRL Junior Research Fellow Job 2026 Notification PDF
DRDO DRL Junior Research Fellow Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 5 |
| Total | 5 |
Eligibility Criteria
- M.Pharm/M.S.(Pharm)/M.Tech(Pharm)/M.Tech in Pharmaceutics/Pharmacology & Toxicology/Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST - 05 years, OBC - 03 years
Salary / Stipend
- Rs. 37000/- Per Month
DRDO DRL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 21 April 2026 |
| Last date of submission of CV | 12 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview / Reporting Date | 19 May 2026 |
Selection Process
- Walk-in Interview
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for DRDO DRL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below.
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
- Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
- Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 12-05-2026.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
DRDO DRL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
