Sarkari ResultProof and Experimental Establishment (DRDO PXE) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 03 Junior Research Fellow Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official DRDO PXE website. The last date to submit the application form is 08-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the DRDO PXE Junior Research Fellow 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.
PXE DRDO Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Company Name | Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| No of Posts | 03 Posts |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000/- Per Month (Plus HRA and medical facilities) |
| Qualification | B.E/B.Tech with GATE or M.E/M.Tech in Electronics & Communication / Mechanical Engineering |
| Age Limit | 28 years |
| Last Date for Apply | 08/01/2026 |
| Interview Date | 10/02/2026 (Through Video Conferencing) |
| Official Website | www.drdo.gov.in |
PXE DRDO Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
| Subject of Fellowship | Number of Fellowship | Duration |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 02 | 02 years (may be extended further & upgraded to SRF as per rule) |
| Mechanical Engineering | 01 | 02 years (may be extended further & upgraded to SRF as per rule) |
| Total Vacancies | 03 Posts | |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
For Electronics & Communication Engineering (02 Posts):
- Option 1: Graduate Degree in professional course (B.E/B.Tech) in Electronics & Communication Engineering in first division with valid GATE qualification
- Option 2: Post graduate degree in professional course (M.E/M.Tech) in Electronics & Communication Engineering in first division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level
- Valid GATE score is mandatory for B.E/B.Tech candidates
For Mechanical Engineering (01 Post):
- Option 1: Graduate Degree in professional course (B.E/B.Tech) in Mechanical Engineering in first division with valid GATE qualification
- Option 2: Post graduate degree in professional course (M.E/M.Tech) in Mechanical Engineering in first division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level
- Valid GATE score is mandatory for B.E/B.Tech candidates
Essential Requirements:
- First division mandatory in qualifying degree
- For M.E/M.Tech candidates: First division required both at Graduate and Post Graduate level
- Valid GATE score mandatory for B.E/B.Tech candidates
- All educational qualifications must be from recognized universities/institutions
- Self-attested copies of all degrees/academic qualification certificates and mark sheets required
Salary/Stipend
- Monthly Stipend: Rs. 37,000/- per month
- Additional Benefits:
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per rules
- Medical facilities as per rules
- Duration: Initially 02 years
- Extension: May be extended further based on performance
- Upgradation: Can be upgraded to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) as per rules
Age Limit (as on 08/01/2026)
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 years
- Age Relaxation:
- OBC candidates: 03 years relaxation (up to 31 years)
- SC/ST candidates: 05 years relaxation (up to 33 years)
- The candidate must be within prescribed age limit on the crucial date of eligibility (08 Jan 2026)
- SC/ST/OBC candidates are required to produce original caste certificate issued by Competent Authority at the time of joining
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | December 2025 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application by Email | 08/01/2026 |
| Crucial Date of Eligibility | 08/01/2026 |
| Tentative Date of Online Interview (Video Conferencing) | 10/02/2026 (0900 hrs onwards) |
| Fellowship Duration | 02 years (extendable with SRF upgradation) |
Selection Process
- Selection Method: Interview through Video Conferencing
- Interview Date: 10 February 2026 from 0900 hrs onwards (Tentative)
- Selection Criteria: Based on interview performance and academic qualifications
- Selection Committee: Establishment Selection Committee will conduct the interview
- Screening: Applications will be screened for eligibility before interview
- Document Verification: Original certificates required at the time of joining
- Medical Fitness: Selected candidates must be medically fit
- Antecedents Verification: Background verification will be conducted after joining
- Admission shall be entirely at the discretion of the Selection Committee
- The establishment has all rights to cancel the admission process/selection at anytime without assigning reasons
General Information/Instructions
- Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha invites applications from young & meritorious Indian Nationals
- Candidates must desire to pursue defence related research as Junior Research Fellows
- This is a fellowship program for duration of 02 years, which may be extended further
- Fellowship can be upgraded to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) as per rules
- Valid GATE score is mandatory for B.E/B.Tech candidates
- Candidates must write their mobile number and email ID clearly on the application form
- No TA/DA shall be paid at the time of joining, if selected
- Actual number of vacancies may vary as per organizational requirement
- Candidates presently employed in Govt. Dept/PSUs/Autonomous bodies will be required to produce NOC at the time of joining
- Original certificates required to be produced for verification at the time of joining
- Incomplete applications will be rejected during the screening for eligibility
- Only PDF format application is accepted
- Offer of award of Fellowship does not confer on the candidates any right for absorption in DRDO
- Admission shall not be claimed by any candidate as a matter of right
- The admission shall be entirely at the discretion of the Selection Committee
- Selection Committee may refuse to admit any candidate without assigning any reason
How to Apply
- Application Mode: Online via Email only
- Steps to Apply:
- Visit official website: www.drdo.gov.in
- Download the application form from the website
- Fill the application form as per the prescribed format given in the advertisement
- Affix a recent passport size photograph on the top right corner of the application
- Attach self-attested copies of:
- All degrees/academic qualification certificates
- Mark sheets from Matric/10th/HSC onwards
- GATE score card (if applicable)
- Caste certificate (if applicable for SC/ST/OBC)
- Experience certificates (if any)
- Any other relevant documents
- Write mobile number and email ID clearly on the application form
- Convert the complete application to PDF format
- Send the duly filled application through email to: [email protected]
- Ensure email is sent before the last date: 08/01/2026
- Keep a copy of filled application and all documents for the interview
- Important Application Instructions:
- Applications received by Email only will be accepted
- Only PDF format application is accepted
- Email ID: [email protected]
- Last date for receipt of application: 08/01/2026
- A copy of the duly filled application form along with original and photocopies of educational qualification certificates should be brought on the date of joining
- Before attending the interview, send application with recent passport size photograph affixed and self-attested copies of all certificates through email
- Incomplete applications will be rejected during screening
- Interview Process:
- Interview will be conducted through Video Conferencing
- Tentative date: 10 February 2026 from 0900 hrs onwards
- Details of video conferencing link will be shared with shortlisted candidates
- Candidates must have stable internet connection and proper video conferencing setup
PXE DRDO Junior Research Fellow Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
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PXE DRDO Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2025 - FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for PXE DRDO Junior Research Fellow 2025?
Ans: Last date to apply is 08/01/2026.
2. When is the interview scheduled for PXE DRDO JRF 2025?
Ans: Tentative interview date is 10/02/2026 from 0900 hrs onwards through video conferencing.
3. What is the eligibility to apply for PXE DRDO Junior Research Fellow 2025?
Ans: B.E/B.Tech in Electronics & Communication/Mechanical Engineering in first division with GATE qualification OR M.E/M.Tech in first division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level.
4. What is the maximum age limit to apply for PXE DRDO JRF 2025?
Ans: Maximum age limit is 28 years (31 years for OBC, 33 years for SC/ST) as on 08/01/2026.
5. How many vacancies are being recruited by PXE DRDO JRF 2025?
Ans: Total 03 vacancies (02 for Electronics & Communication Engineering, 01 for Mechanical Engineering).
6. What is the stipend for PXE DRDO Junior Research Fellow?
Ans: Rs. 37,000/- per month with HRA and medical facilities as per rules.
7. Is GATE qualification mandatory for PXE DRDO JRF 2025?
Ans: Yes, valid GATE score is mandatory for B.E/B.Tech candidates. M.E/M.Tech candidates are exempted from GATE requirement.
8. What is the duration of fellowship for PXE DRDO JRF?
Ans: Initially 02 years, which may be extended further and can be upgraded to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) as per rules.
9. How to apply for PXE DRDO Junior Research Fellow 2025?
Ans: Download application form from www.drdo.gov.in, fill it completely with self-attested documents, convert to PDF and send via email to [email protected] before 08/01/2026.
10. What is the selection process for PXE DRDO JRF 2025?
Ans: Selection will be based on interview through video conferencing scheduled on 10/02/2026, followed by document verification at the time of joining.
