Vehicle Research and Development Organization (VRDE) Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Notification 2026 has been released on the official website of Defence Research and Development Organisation. A total of 3 vacancies have been announced through the VRDE Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026.
Candidates up to 28 years of age who have BE/BTech in First Division with a valid GATE score or ME/MTech in First Division are eligible to apply for these Junior Research Fellow (JRF) vacancies. The application process for VRDE JRF Recruitment 2026 is conducted via email and will remain open until 30 April 2026. Candidates can download the official notification PDF and submit their application through the prescribed email before the deadline.
DRDO VRDE Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | Vehicle Research and Development Organization (DRDO VRDE) |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
| No of Posts | 3 |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000/- pm plus HRA |
| Qualification | BE/BTech in First Division with valid GATE score (2024, 2025, 2026) OR ME/MTech. |
| Age Limit | Max 28 years (with relaxations for SC/ST and OBC) |
| Last Date | 30-04-2026 |
| Apply Mode | |
| Job Type | Contract |
DRDO VRDE Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the DRDO VRDE 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 VRDE Job 2026 Notification PDF
DRDO VRDE Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) - Mechanical Engineering | 2 |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) - Electrical Engineering | 1 |
| Total | 3 |
DRDO VRDE Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) - Mechanical Engineering: BE/BTech degree in Mechanical Engineering in First Division and a valid Cut off GATE Score OR ME/MTech with First Division both at graduate and post-graduate level.
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) - Electrical Engineering: BE/BTech degree in Electrical Engineering in First Division and a valid Cut off GATE Score OR ME/MTech with First Division both at graduate and post-graduate level.
DRDO VRDE Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: Five years
- OBC (Non-creamy layer): Three years
DRDO VRDE Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend
- Stipend: Rs.37,000/- pm plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as admissible.
DRDO VRDE Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Last date to send willingness by email | 30 April 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - Mechanical Engineering (Application Acceptance) | 04 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - Mechanical Engineering (Document Verification) | 04 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - Mechanical Engineering (Written Test) | 04 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - Mechanical Engineering (Interview) | 04 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - Mechanical Engineering (Interview - if needed) | 05 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - Electrical Engineering (Application Acceptance) | 06 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - Electrical Engineering (Document Verification) | 06 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - Electrical Engineering (Written Test) | 06 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - Electrical Engineering (Interview) | 06 May 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - Electrical Engineering (Interview - if needed) | 07 May 2026 |
DRDO VRDE Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Document Verification
- Written Test
- Interview
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for DRDO VRDE Various Posts 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: 30-04-2026.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
DRDO VRDE Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
