Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) – Vehicle Research & Development Establishment (VRDE), Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under Research Fellowship scheme. Total 03 vacancies are available (02 Mechanical Engineering + 01 Electrical Engineering). The positions are purely temporary in nature.
The VRDE DRDO JRF Recruitment 2026 Walk-in-Interview is scheduled in May 2026. This article provides complete information about VRDE DRDO Junior Research Fellow 2026, including eligibility criteria, vacancy details, stipend, official notification PDF, and walk-in interview process.
VRDE DRDO JRF Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
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| Total Vacancies |
03 Posts |
| Age Limit |
Maximum 28 years (relaxation applicable) |
| Salary |
₹37,000/- per month + HRA |
| Minimum Qualification |
BE/B.Tech (1st Div) + Valid GATE OR ME/M.Tech (1st Div) |
| Application Fee |
Nil |
| Selection Process |
Document Verification + Interview (Written Test if required) |
| Job Location |
Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra |
| Walk-in Interview Dates |
May 2026 (Discipline-wise) |
✅ VRDE DRDO JRF Vacancy 2026 Post Wise List:
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Discipline |
No. of Vacancies |
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| Mechanical Engineering | 02 |
| Electrical Engineering | 01 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria:
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Discipline |
Age Limit (as on interview date) |
Qualification & Experience |
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Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering) |
Maximum 28 years |
BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (First Division) with valid GATE Score (2024/2025/2026) |
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Junior Research Fellow (Electrical Engineering) |
Maximum 28 years |
BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering (First Division) with valid GATE Score (2024/2025/2026) |
✅ Selection Process:
The selection will be done through the following steps:
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Document Verification
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Written Test (if required)
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Personal Interview
✅ Important Dates:
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Last Date to Send Willingness Email |
30 April 2026 |
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Document Verification & Interview (Mechanical Engineering) |
04 May 2026 (Verification) |
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Document Verification & Interview (Electrical Engineering) |
06 May 2026 (Verification) |
✅ Important Links:
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VRDE DRDO JRF Detailed Notification & Application Form |
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DRDO Official Website |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply for VRDE DRDO JRF Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must send willingness email and attend the Walk-in-Interview on the scheduled dates. The steps are as follows:
- Step 1: Download the prescribed Application Form from the official DRDO website or the notification link.
- Step 2: Fill the application form completely.
- Step 3: Send your willingness to attend the interview via email to kapilpuraswani.vrde@gov.in on or before 30 April 2026.
- Step 4: Report for Document Verification and Interview at VRDE, Vahannagar PO, Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra – 414006 on the respective dates mentioned above.
- Step 5: Bring all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies, filled application form, and recent passport-size photographs.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in VRDE DRDO JRF Recruitment 2026?
03 posts (02 Mechanical + 01 Electrical).
What is the stipend for VRDE DRDO Junior Research Fellow 2026?
₹37,000/- per month + HRA.
What is the age limit for VRDE DRDO JRF 2026?
Maximum 28 years (relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC).
What is the selection process for VRDE DRDO JRF Recruitment 2026?
Document Verification + Written Test (if required) + Personal Interview.
What are the walk-in interview dates for VRDE DRDO JRF 2026?
Mechanical: 04–05 May 2026 | Electrical: 06–07 May 2026 (after sending willingness email by 30 April 2026).
Is there any application fee for VRDE DRDO JRF Recruitment 2026?
No application fee (Nil).