The Microwave Tube Research and Development Centre (MTRDC) of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has released a walk-in interview advertisement for Junior Research Fellow posts. The advertisement is published on drdo.gov.in. There is no online application. Candidates must attend the interview in person on 15 October 2026 (Thursday) in Bengaluru. This is for engineering and science postgraduates who want paid research work in microwave and vacuum electronic devices.
MTRDC has announced 3 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts. The count may change as per the organisation’s needs. A full breakdown of posts, eligibility and stipend follows. The interview and posting are at MTRDC, Jalahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official MTRDC (DRDO) walk-in interview advertisement. The advertisement does not print a notification number or date.
Last verified: 16 September 2026.
DRDO’s MTRDC in Bengaluru is recruiting 3 Junior Research Fellows through a walk-in interview. There is no online form and no last date to apply. Eligible candidates must report at MTRDC Reception, Bengaluru, at 10.00 hrs on 15 October 2026 with their bio-data and original certificates.
DRDO MTRDC JRF 2026: Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Microwave Tube Research & Development Centre (MTRDC), DRDO |
| Post | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Total Vacancy | 3 (may change) |
| Stipend | ₹37,000 per month plus HRA as per rules |
| Application Mode | Walk-in interview (offline) |
| Eligibility | B.E/B.Tech with NET/GATE, M.Sc with NET, or M.E/M.Tech (first division) |
| Selection Process | Test/interview on the same day |
| Place of Posting | MTRDC, Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Interview Date | 15 October 2026, reporting at 10.00 hrs |
| Who Can Apply | Indian nationals aged up to 28 years (with relaxation) |
About MTRDC, DRDO
MTRDC is a laboratory of DRDO under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. It designs and develops microwave tubes and microwave power modules. These are used in radar, electronic warfare and communication systems. The advertisement describes its research area as vacuum electronic devices. This work draws on material science, ultrahigh vacuum, physical electronics, microwave engineering, electromagnetics, particle-in-cell methods and computer aided design and simulation. The centre is located near the Bharat Electronics North Gate in Jalahalli, Bengaluru. A JRF here works on defence electronics research rather than routine office work.
Local context and how it compares
This vacancy is in Bengaluru, far from our readers in Darjeeling, Sikkim, North Bengal and the North East. The advertisement says no TA will be paid. Candidates from these regions must pay their own travel and stay costs for a single interview day. Candidates can reach Bengaluru by train or by flight from Bagdogra or Guwahati. The venue sits beside a known landmark, the Bharat Electronics North Gate in Jalahalli.
Compared with a regular government job, a DRDO JRF is a fixed-term fellowship. It suits candidates who want research exposure more than a permanent post. Many DRDO laboratories hold JRF walk-ins through the year. Candidates who miss this one can watch for similar notices.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
Important Dates
The advertisement gives a single interview date. There is no application start or end date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | Not mentioned in the official notification |
| Last date to apply | Not applicable (walk-in interview) |
| Walk-in interview date | 15 October 2026 (Thursday) |
| Reporting time | 10.00 hrs |
| Selection panel valid for | One year from the date of interview |
The advertisement says candidates must report at the venue at 10.00 hrs.
Vacancy Details and Stipend
| Post | Posts | Stipend | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 3* | ₹37,000 per month plus House Rent Allowance as per rules | 2 years (may be extended further for maximum 2 years) |
| Total | 3 |
*The number of vacancies may change as per the organisation’s requirements.
The advertisement does not state the HRA amount. It depends on the rules that apply, so no figure is given here.
Eligibility
Educational qualification
A candidate must hold any one of these three qualifications:
| Option | Degree | Subject | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.E/B.Tech | Electronics / EI / ECE / ET / EEE Engineering | First division, with valid NET/GATE |
| 2 | M.Sc | Electronics | First division, with NET qualification |
| 3 | M.E/M.Tech | Electronics, Power Electronics or Electrical Engineering | First division at both graduate and postgraduate level |
The M.E/M.Tech route does not mention NET or GATE in the advertisement. Experience is not mentioned in the official notification.
Age limit
- Maximum age: 28 years for JRF.
- SC/ST/PH candidates: age relaxation up to 5 years.
- OBC candidates: age relaxation up to 3 years.
- The date on which age will be counted is not mentioned in the official notification.
Nationality
Only Indian nationals can attend.
Selection Process
Selection is by walk-in. The advertisement says the test/interview will be conducted on the same day. It does not describe the pattern or syllabus of the test.
- Report at MTRDC Reception, Bengaluru, at 10.00 hrs on 15 October 2026.
- Submit the bio-data and show original certificates for verification.
- Appear for the test/interview, held on the same day.
- Selected candidates are placed on a selection panel valid for one year from the interview date.
No TA will be paid for attending the interview.
Application Fee
Application fee details are not mentioned in the official notification. Check the official website for updates.
How to Apply
There is no online or postal application. Candidates apply by attending the interview.
- Check the qualification and age rules above against the official advertisement PDF.
- Prepare a complete bio-data. Paste a recent passport size photo on the top right corner of the first page.
- Collect all original certificates and one set of copies.
- Report at MTRDC Reception, Near Bharat Electronics North Gate, Jalahalli Post, Bengaluru-560013, at 10.00 hrs on 15 October 2026.
Documents to keep ready
- Complete bio-data with a recent passport size photo on the top right of the first page
- Original certificates for verification
- One set of copies of all degree and academic certificates, mark lists and experience certificates
- Valid NET/GATE proof, where the qualification route needs it
- Original caste certificate from the competent authority (SC/ST/OBC candidates)
- Medical certificate from a Government Hospital or Medical Board (PH candidates)
- NOC from the present employer (candidates working in Government, PSU or autonomous bodies)
For questions, the advertisement gives telephone (080) 28386800 and email recruitment.mtrdc@gov.in.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official advertisement PDF | DRDO MTRDC JRF walk-in advertisement |
| Apply online | Walk-in only |
| More all-India vacancies | Latest government and all-India jobs |
| Central and state openings | Government jobs on India Job Alerts |
| Jobs for engineering graduates | B.Tech jobs |
Should you apply?
This fellowship suits Electronics, ECE, EEE and related graduates with a valid GATE or NET score. It also suits M.E/M.Tech holders in Electronics or Electrical fields with first division at both levels. It fits candidates interested in radar, microwave devices and defence research.
It does not suit candidates looking for a permanent government job. The advertisement states plainly that the fellowship gives no right to absorption in DRDO. The post runs for two years, with a possible extension of up to two more years.
Competition is likely to be close. Only 3 posts are listed, and even that number may change. The age limit of 28 years also narrows the field.
The honest trade-off is cost against gain. Candidates from the North East, Sikkim or North Bengal must fund their own trip to Bengaluru, with no TA. In return, they get paid research experience in a DRDO laboratory. Research experience of this kind can support a later PhD application or a research career.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for DRDO MTRDC JRF 2026?
There is no last date to apply. This is a walk-in interview. Eligible candidates must report at MTRDC Reception, Jalahalli, Bengaluru, at 10.00 hrs on 15 October 2026 with their bio-data, original certificates and one set of copies.
What is the salary of JRF in DRDO MTRDC?
The stipend is ₹37,000 per month plus House Rent Allowance as per rules. The advertisement does not state the HRA amount. No TA is paid for attending the interview.
Is GATE compulsory for DRDO MTRDC JRF?
It depends on the degree. B.E/B.Tech candidates need a valid NET/GATE, and M.Sc Electronics candidates need NET. The M.E/M.Tech route does not mention NET or GATE, but needs first division at both graduate and postgraduate level.
Will DRDO JRF lead to a permanent job?
No. The advertisement states the fellowship gives no right to absorption in DRDO. A JRF post is fixed-term research work. The experience can help with a later PhD or research career, but that is added context, not part of the official notification.
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