VRDE, Ahilyanagar invites eligible candidates for walk in interview for the post Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
Key Highlights
8 days left- Total Vacancies
- 5 Posts
- Last Date to Apply
- 27 Sept 2026
- Application Fee
- See notification
- Age Limit
- 18 – 28 yrs
- Qualification
- BE/ B. Tech in above disciplines in first division with…
- Pay Scale
- Monthly emoluments of Rs.37,000/- pm plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as
Important Links
Links open on the official portal (drdo.gov.in).
Important Dates
- Last date to apply
Dates are as stated in the official notification. Extensions are published by the recruiting authority — verify on the official website before the closing date.
Eligibility Criteria
BE/ B. Tech in above disciplines in first division with valid Cut
Read the official notification for the complete eligibility criteria, including experience and physical standards where applicable.
Age Limit
- Maximum age
- 28 years
28 years as on as date of interview, relaxation by Five years for SC/ST
Age relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, PwD and ex-servicemen candidates applies as per government rules. The reference date for age calculation is given in the official notification.
Selection Process
- 1or instances of misconduct/misbehavior at any stage during selection process or after selection shall result in cancellation of candidature without any notice and no correspondence shall be entertained in this regard.
- 2Note: It may please be noted that offer of Fellowship does not confer on Fellows any right for absorption in DRDO.
- 3For any Queries,Contact:- Mrs.
- 4Sunita Kumari TO 'A' Tele :- 0241-2544004 ,Ext No.- 4280 DIRECTOR, VRDE Ahilyanagar,414006
How to Apply
- 1Application form can be downloaded from website www.drdo.gov.in. Eligible candidates who are willing to attend the walk-in-interview are advised to send their willingness by email at kapilpuraswani.vrde@gov.in latest by 27 Sep 2026. The subject field of the email must contain "Application for the post of Junior Research Fellowship". Interview Guidelines:
- 2Desirous candidates appearing for written test & interview are required to report at VRDE, PO Vahannagar, Ahilyanagar - 414006 (Maharashtra) as per the given schedule:-
- 3Applications will be accepted starting from 09:30 am to 11:00 am on 06 Oct 2026. Candidates arriving late will not be allowed to participate in walk-in-interview process. Document verification of candidates will be done between 09:30 am to 11:30 am on 06 Oct 2026.
- 4Written test will be conducted after scrutiny of documents on 06 Oct 2026. Interview will be conducted on 06 Oct 2026 and in case of large number of candidates, Interview will also be conducted from 08:30 am onward on 07 Oct 2026.Therefore, candidates are requested to prepare/make arrangement accordingly.
- 5Candidates are required to produce the duly filled application form, as per the format provided, along with attested copies of certificate/testimonials w.r.t
Notification Details
भारत सरकार रक्षा मंत्रालय रक्षा अनुसंधान तथा विकास संगठन िाहन अनुसंधान तथा विकास स्थापन िाहननगर डाकघर अवहल्यानगर - 414006 (महाराष्ट्र)
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF DEFENCE DEFENCE RESEARCH & DEV ORGN VEHICLES RESEARCH & DEV ESTT VAHANNAGAR PO AHILYANAGAR - 414006 (MAHARASHTRA) PHONE : 0241-2544004 (Exchange)NE FAX : 0241-2548410 E-MAIL : director.vrde@gov.in
Vehicle Research and Development Organization (VRDE) under the aegis of DRDO is engaged in Research & Development in the area of light tracked, wheeled platform.
VRDE is committed to design and develop advanced and reliable indigenous solutions in the areas of Mobility Systems, Wheeled & Light Tracked Combat Systems, Wheeled Launched Systems for Strategic & Tactical Programmes, High Mobility Gun Systems, Wheeled Autonomous Systems, UAV Engines and extensive evaluation & Certification of Military & commercial Vehicles, by continual improvement and deployment of efficient resources.
VRDE invites young and meritorious Indian nationals for walk-in Interview, desiring to pursue defense related research as Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the following field:-
Sr No Discipline No. of JRFs vacancies Qualification as on Interview date Discipline/ Branch/Field acceptable Document Verification Written Test & Interview after document verification Mechanical Engineering BE/B.Tech degree in First Division with a valid Cut off GATE Score OR
This is an extract. Download the official notification PDF for the complete text.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for VRDE, Ahilyanagar invites eligible candidates for walk in interview for the post Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)?+
The last date to submit the online application is 27 Sept 2026. Applications received after this date are not accepted.
How many vacancies are available in VRDE, Ahilyanagar invites eligible candidates for walk in interview for the post Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)?+
A total of 5 vacancies have been notified by NcsNewWebsite.
What is the age limit for VRDE, Ahilyanagar invites eligible candidates for walk in interview for the post Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)?+
28 years as on as date of interview, relaxation by Five years for SC/ST