DRDO VRDE JRF Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in Interview for Mechanical & Electrical Engineers
Role :
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Location :
Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Defence Research and Development Organisation under the Ministry of Defence has released an official notification for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) vacancies at Vehicles Research and Development Establishment, Maharashtra.
This is an excellent opportunity for Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering graduates/postgraduates who want to build a career in defence research, autonomous systems, military vehicles, UAV engines, and advanced mobility technologies.
📌 About VRDE DRDO
VRDE (Vehicles Research and Development Establishment) is one of DRDO’s premier labs engaged in:
Wheeled & Tracked Combat Vehicles
High Mobility Gun Systems
Autonomous Vehicle Systems
UAV Engines
Strategic Defence Mobility Platforms
Vehicle Testing & Certification
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📅 Important Dates
Mechanical Engineering
Document Verification: 04 May 2026
Written Test: 04 May 2026
Interview: 04 & 05 May 2026
Electrical Engineering
Document Verification: 06 May 2026
Written Test: 06 May 2026
Interview: 06 & 07 May 2026
📩 How to Apply
Interested candidates must send willingness by email before:
🗓 30 April 2026
📧 Email: kapilpuraswani.vrde@gov.in
Subject Line:
Application for the post of Junior Research Fellowship – Subject
📄 Documents Required
Candidates should carry:
Filled Application Form
Passport Size Photo
Educational Certificates
GATE Score Card
Category Certificate (if applicable)
Govt ID Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Passport)
Original Documents for Verification
Education Required:
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical & Automation Engineering
Mechanical & Production Engineering
2. Electrical Engineering – 01 Post
Eligible branches:
Electrical Engineering
Power Systems Engineering
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Power Electronics Engineering
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
Option 1:
BE / B.Tech in First Division
Valid GATE Score (2024 / 2025 / 2026)
OR
Option 2:
ME / M.Tech with First Division in both UG & PG
skills
🎯 Age Limit
Maximum Age: 28 Years
SC/ST: 5 Years Relaxation
OBC (NCL): 3 Years Relaxation
📍 Job Location
Ahilyanagar (Formerly Ahmednagar), Maharashtra
⚠️ Important Instructions
Mobile phones, laptops, smart watches prohibited inside campus
No TA/DA will be paid
Fellowship does not guarantee permanent DRDO job
Panel valid for 1 year
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SALARY :
₹37,000 + HRA
