Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Naval Physical & Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL), Kochi, has invited eligible candidates for a walk-in interview for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions under Advertisement No. NPOL/JRF/01/2026.
The NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026 walk-in interview will be held on 10th October 2026 (Saturday) at 09:30 AM. This article covers vacancy details, eligibility criteria, fellowship, documents required, official notification PDF and interview venue.
NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in Interview
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Post Name |
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
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| Total Vacancies |
04 + Anticipated Posts |
| Age Limit |
Maximum 28 years (as on interview date) |
| Salary |
₹37,000 per month |
| Minimum Qualification |
B.E./B.Tech + GATE / M.E./M.Tech / PG + NET/GATE (discipline-wise) |
| Application Fee |
Nil |
| Selection Process |
Walk-in Interview |
| Job Location |
NPOL, Kochi, Kerala |
| Walk-in Date |
10 October 2026 |
✅ NPOL Kochi JRF Vacancy 2026 Subject Wise List:
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Subject / Discipline |
No. of Vacancies |
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Computer Science & Engineering |
Anticipated |
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Mechanical Engineering |
04 |
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Chemical Engineering / Rubber Technology / Polymer Technology / Nanotechnology / Materials Science |
Anticipated |
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Opto Electronics |
Anticipated |
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Electrical & Electronics / ECE / Instrumentation Engineering |
Anticipated |
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Physics |
Anticipated |
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Oceanography / Ocean Technology / Meteorology |
Anticipated |
A panel will also be drawn for available and future vacancies.
✅ NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Discipline |
Age Limit |
Qualification |
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Computer Science & Engineering |
28 years |
B.E./B.Tech in CSE with 1st Division + valid GATE OR M.E./M.Tech in CSE with 1st Division at both Graduate and PG level |
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Mechanical Engineering |
28 years |
B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 1st Division + valid GATE OR M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 1st Division at both levels |
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Chemical / Rubber / Polymer / Nano / Materials |
28 years |
B.E./B.Tech in the relevant discipline with 1st Division + valid GATE OR M.E./M.Tech in the relevant discipline with 1st Division at both levels |
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Opto Electronics |
28 years |
B.E./B.Tech in Opto Electronics with 1st Division + GATE OR M.E./M.Tech in Opto Electronics with 1st Division at both levels OR B.E./B.Tech in EEE / ECE with at least one paper in Fibre Optics / Optoelectronics / Laser Technologies + 1st Division + GATE |
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EEE / ECE / Instrumentation |
28 years |
B.E./B.Tech in EEE / ECE / Instrumentation with 1st Division + valid GATE OR M.E./M.Tech in the same disciplines with 1st Division at both levels |
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Physics |
28 years |
Post-Graduate Degree in Basic Science in the relevant subject with 1st Division and valid NET / GATE |
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Oceanography / Ocean Technology / Meteorology |
28 years |
PG Degree in relevant Basic Science with 1st Division + NET / GATE OR M.E./M.Tech in Oceanography / Ocean Technology / Meteorology with 1st Division at both levels |
Age will be reckoned as on the date of walk-in interview. Relaxation is applicable for SC / ST / OBC candidates as per Government of India rules.
✅ NPOL Kochi JRF 2026 Selection Process:
Selection will be made through Walk-in Interview. Candidates should report at the venue with original documents for verification.
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Document Verification
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Walk-in Interview
✅ NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026 Application Fee:
- No application fee is required.
- Candidates can attend the walk-in interview directly.
✅ NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026 Important Dates:
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Date of Notification |
19 September 2026 |
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Walk-in Interview Date |
10 October 2026 (Saturday) |
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Reporting Time |
09:30 AM |
✅ NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026 Important Links:
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NPOL Kochi JRF Detailed Notification PDF |
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DRDO Official Website |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026?
There is no online application form. Eligible candidates should attend the walk-in interview with original documents. Optional bio-data can be emailed in advance.
- Step 1: Read the detailed notification and confirm discipline-wise eligibility, GATE / NET requirement and age.
- Step 2: (Optional) Email a one-page bio-data to hrd.npol@gov.in.
- Step 3: Report at NPOL, Thrikkakara P.O., Kochi, Kerala – 682021 on 10 October 2026 by 09:30 AM.
- Step 4: Carry original certificates, marksheets, degree, caste certificate (if applicable), valid GATE / NET score card, ID proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN / Driving Licence), one set of self-attested photocopies and one recent colour passport-size photograph.
- Step 5: Produce originals for verification and appear in the interview.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026?
04 Mechanical Engineering posts and anticipated vacancies in other listed disciplines. A panel will also be prepared for future vacancies.
What is the age limit for NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026?
Maximum 28 years as on the date of walk-in interview, with relaxation for SC / ST / OBC as per Government rules.
What is the fellowship in NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026?
₹37,000 per month.
What is the selection process for NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026?
Walk-in Interview with document verification at NPOL, Kochi.
Is there any application fee for NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is required.
What is the walk-in interview date for NPOL Kochi JRF Recruitment 2026?
10 October 2026 (Saturday), reporting time 09:30 AM.
