Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad, a premier laboratory of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India, invites offline applications from eligible candidates for engagement of Research Associates (RA) and Junior Research Fellows (JRF) purely on fellowship basis for 21 Research Posts.
The RCI Hyderabad Recruitment 2026 for 21 Research Posts Offline Application process starts from the date of notification and the last date for receipt of applications is 13th September 2026. This article provides complete information about RCI Hyderabad Research Posts 2026, including eligibility criteria, vacancy details, official notification PDF, and application process.
RCI Hyderabad Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Research Associate (RA) & Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
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| Total Vacancies |
21 Posts |
| Age Limit |
RA: 35 years | JRF: 28 years (as on 01.08.2026) |
| Salary / Stipend |
As per GoI / DRDO norms |
| Minimum Qualification |
Ph.D / M.Tech / M.Sc / B.E./B.Tech (Post-wise) |
| Application Fee |
Nil |
| Selection Process |
Shortlisting + Written Test / Interview |
| Job Location |
Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Last Date |
13 September 2026 |
✅ RCI Hyderabad Vacancy 2026 Post Wise List:
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Post Name |
No. of Vacancies |
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Research Associate (RA-01) – CSE / Mech / EEE / ECE |
01 |
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Research Associate (RA-02) – Physics |
01 |
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Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Various Disciplines |
19 |
✅ RCI Hyderabad Research Posts 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Post Name |
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026) |
Qualification & Experience |
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Research Associate (RA-01) |
35 years (Relaxable: 5 yrs SC/ST, 3 yrs OBC) |
Ph.D in CSE / Data Science / AI (Deep Learning / ML) OR Ph.D in Mech / Structural / Aerospace (design, fabrication, stress analysis & FEA) OR Ph.D in EEE (Power Electronics) OR Ph.D in ECE (RF & Microwave / Radar) |
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Research Associate (RA-02) |
35 years (Relaxable: 5 yrs SC/ST, 3 yrs OBC) |
Ph.D in Physics OR First Class M.Sc in Physics + 04 years research experience in Experimental Quantum Optics / Laser Physics / Electro-optics + at least 01 SCI journal paper |
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Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
28 years (Relaxable: 5 yrs SC/ST, 3 yrs OBC) |
First Class B.E./B.Tech in EEE / Aerospace / Aeronautical / Electrical / ECE / CSE / IT / Chemical / Mechanical / Metallurgy with valid GATE OR First Class B.E./B.Tech in above + M.E./M.Tech in relevant fieldb OR First Class M.Sc in Chemistry / Physics with valid NET / GATE / SLET |
✅ RCI Hyderabad Research Posts 2026 Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps: -
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Shortlisting of Applications (based on research work / percentage)
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Written Test / Interview (as applicable)
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Document Verification
✅ RCI Hyderabad Research Posts 2026 Application Fee:
- No Application Fee
- Payment Method: Not Applicable
✅ RCI Hyderabad Research Posts 2026 Important Dates:
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Date of Notification |
15 August 2026 |
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Last Date for Receipt of Application |
13 September 2026 |
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Tenure |
RA: 02 Years | JRF: 02 Years (extendable) |
✅ RCI Hyderabad Research Posts 2026 Important Links:
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RCI Hyderabad Short Notification PDF |
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RCI Hyderabad Detailed Notification PDF |
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✅ How to Apply RCI Hyderabad Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must apply Offline only through Speed Post / Courier. The application steps are as follows:-
- Step 1: Download the prescribed application format from the official notification.
- Step 2: Fill the application form carefully (typed) with personal, educational, and research details.
- Step 3: Attach self-attested copies of educational qualifications, experience certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), and other supporting documents.
- Step 4: Superscribe the envelope as “APPLICATION FOR THE VACANCY OF RESEARCH ASSOCIATE” or “APPLICATION FOR THE VACANCY OF JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW” as applicable.
- Step 5: Send the complete application only through SPEED POST / COURIER to: HEAD HRD, DR. APJ ABDUL KALAM MISSILE COMPLEX, RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT (RCI), PO-VIGYANA KANCHA, HYDERABAD, TELANGANA – 500 069 so as to reach within 30 days from the next day of publication of advertisement (i.e., by 13 September 2026).
- Step 6: Candidates working in Govt. / PSU / Autonomous bodies must produce NOC at the time of interview if called.
Important Note: Only OFFLINE applications will be accepted. No applications will be accepted by Email.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in RCI Hyderabad Recruitment 2026?
21 Research Posts (RA + JRF).
What is the age limit for RCI Hyderabad Recruitment 2026?
RA: 35 years | JRF: 28 years as on 01.08.2026 (with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC as per GoI norms).
What is the stipend in RCI Hyderabad Recruitment 2026?
As per Government of India / DRDO norms (Min. of Defence letter dated 08th Aug 2023).
What is the selection process for RCI Hyderabad Recruitment 2026?
Shortlisting of applications followed by Written Test / Interview and Document Verification.
What is the application fee for RCI Hyderabad Recruitment 2026?
Nil (No application fee).
What are the important dates for RCI Hyderabad Recruitment 2026?
Notification Date: 15 August 2026 | Last Date: 13 September 2026.