Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad, one of the Premier
Research Laboratories of Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) engaged in
Research & Development of Missile Systems for Indian Armed Forces. DRDL invites applications
from young and meritorious Indian Nationals, who desire to pursue defence related research as Junior Research Fellow (JRF).
Stipend (Monthly): JRF will receive a stipend of Rs.31,000/- plus HRA as per DRDO Rules.
JRF Tenure: Initially the offer is for a period of two years which may be extendable for further two
years subject to Internal Screening Committee recommendations.
Medical benefits: The medical facilities, for self only, available in DRDO will be extended through
MI Room.
Age Limit: The upper age limit is maximum of 28 years as on the closing date of advertisement.
The upper age limit shall be relaxable to the candidates belonging to SC/ST is 5 years and OBC is
3 years.
Application Procedure: Eligible candidates may send their duly completed applications as per
enclosed format which can be downloaded from www.drdo.gov.in. Duly filled in application form
must be sent to “The Director, Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Dr APJ
Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Kanchanbagh PO, Hyderabad - 500 058”. Candidates should write
in bold letters ‘APPLICATION FOR JRF RECRUITMENT’ on TOP of the cover of envelope.