DMRL JRF Recruitment 2026 — 18 Posts, Last Date 27 Oct

DMRL JRF recruitment 2026 is open for 18 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts at the Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL), Hyderabad. The laboratory belongs to the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). As per Advertisement No. DMRL/HRD/JRF/2026/01 on drdo.gov.in, applications opened on 6 October 2026 and close on 27 October 2026. The fellowship suits young Indian nationals who want to research advanced materials and processing technologies.

The advertisement lists 18 posts across four fellowship codes in metallurgical engineering or materials science, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering and physics. Candidates apply by email, and the interview takes place in Hyderabad. Candidates should check all details in the article below.

Information verified from the official DMRL advertisement No. DMRL/HRD/JRF/2026/01 published on 6 October 2026.

Last verified: 6 October 2026.

The Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL) is hiring 18 Junior Research Fellow posts under Advertisement No. DMRL/HRD/JRF/2026/01. The last date to apply is 27 October 2026. Candidates email the filled Excel form (available on drdo.gov.in) and one PDF of scanned documents. DMRL selects through shortlisting and an interview in Hyderabad.

Quick Summary of DMRL JRF Recruitment 2026

About the Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory

The Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory is one of the premier research laboratories of the Defence Research and Development Organisation. DRDO established it in 1963 to meet the needs of complex materials for modern defence applications.

Its mission is to develop advanced materials, innovative process technologies and related product engineering, supported by basic and applied research. The laboratory aims to be a centre of excellence for total materials solutions for defence systems.

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Interview in Hyderabad: Travel Context

The advertisement names Hyderabad as the venue of the DMRL JRF interview, and DMRL will intimate the date later. No TA/DA (travel and daily allowance) is paid for the interview or for joining, if selected.

Candidates from Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Siliguri, Sikkim and the North East face a long trip by rail or air at their own cost. Candidates should book tickets only after DMRL intimates the date. More openings across the country are listed under all India job updates.

This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.

Important Dates

The DMRL JRF advertisement sets the last date at 21 days after its publication on the DRDO website.

The upper age limit is counted as of the closing date of the interview. Candidates should watch drdo.gov.in for updates or changes.

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DMRL JRF Vacancy and Stipend

The advertisement lists four fellowship codes. Each code has its own subject and number of posts.

All four codes carry the same stipend of ₹37,000 per month plus house rent allowance (HRA) as per DRDO rules. DMRL decides how many posts to fill after the interview, based on the suitability of candidates.

Tenure and benefits

The DMRL JRF post is temporary, with a maximum tenure of four years. The first offer runs for two years. The Internal Screening Committee can recommend a further two years.

After two years, a candidate with satisfactory performance can move up to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) under DRDO guidelines. The offer gives no right of absorption in DRDO under any circumstances.

DRDO medical facilities for the candidate only are available through the MI Room. Candidates may register for a part-time PhD during the fellowship, with the approval of the Director, DMRL.

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Eligibility for DMRL JRF Posts

Only candidates who hold a degree or provisional certificate in the qualifying course can apply. All degrees must come from a UGC recognised university.

JRF-01: Metallurgical Engg. / Materials Science (7 posts)

• B.E./B.Tech with first class in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering or Materials Technology. A valid Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) score is needed.
• Or M.E./M.Tech with first class in the same subjects, plus B.E./B.Tech with first class in the same subjects.

JRF-02: Mechanical Engg. (7 posts)

• B.E./B.Tech with first class in Mechanical Engineering, with a valid GATE score.
• Or M.E./M.Tech with first class in Mechanical Engineering, plus B.E./B.Tech with first class in Mechanical Engineering.

JRF-03: Chemical Engg. (2 posts)

• B.E./B.Tech with first class in Chemical Engineering, with a valid GATE score.
• Or M.E./M.Tech with first class in Chemical Engineering, plus B.E./B.Tech with first class in Chemical Engineering.

JRF-04: Physics (2 posts)

• M.Sc. in Physics with First Division, with a valid National Eligibility Test (NET) qualification.

Age limit

The upper age limit for the DMRL JRF is 28 years as on the closing date of the interview. The limit is relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST candidates and by 3 years for OBC candidates, or as per Government guidelines. A self-attested copy of the caste certificate must go with the application. Once DMRL intimates the interview date, candidates can check their age with the Age Calculator.

Other conditions

• The GATE paper and the subject of the qualifying degree must relate to the discipline applied for. The NET or GATE score must be valid on the interview date.
• Candidates enter marks as a percentage in the Excel sheet. A CGPA or CPI score needs a conversion certificate from the university.
• Candidates serving in government or government-owned organisations must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the interview. Without it, DMRL does not allow them to appear.
• Candidates who have already held a JRF position in any DRDO laboratory or centre cannot apply again.
• DMRL can reject a candidature for canvassing in any form. It can also reject one for a mismatch in age, qualification, discipline or marks, before or after the interview.

Selection Process

Selection for the DMRL JRF runs in two steps. DMRL screens the emailed applications and calls shortlisted candidates for an interview in Hyderabad. The Director, DMRL, can leave posts unfilled if suitable candidates are not available.

1. DMRL shortlists candidates with only a B.E./B.Tech or M.Sc. degree with a valid NET or GATE score. It shortlists candidates with an M.E./M.Tech degree based on their percentage of marks in that degree.
2. Shortlisted candidates appear for the interview. They carry original certificates for verification and a set of self-attested copies.

The Selection Committee of the laboratory decides the award of the fellowship. It may refuse to admit any candidate without giving a reason. DMRL management can amend, cancel or suspend the process at any time, and its decision is final.

How to Apply

Applications for DMRL JRF recruitment 2026 go by email only.

1. Download the application form, an Excel sheet, from drdo.gov.in.
2. Fill all entries of the Excel sheet. DMRL can reject incomplete or partly filled sheets without informing the candidate.
3. Scan all supporting documents, in the order listed below, as one PDF. The Excel sheet is not part of this PDF.
4. Name both files with the serial number of the post, followed by the candidate’s name. For example, 2Srinivas means an application for Mechanical Engineering. Serial numbers are in the vacancy table above.
5. Email the filled Excel sheet and the PDF together to dmrlhrd@gmail.com before 27 October 2026.

Candidates should apply only through this official email address and never pay any agent or middleman.

Documents to keep ready

1. B.E./B.Tech final certificate and consolidated marksheet
2. M.E./M.Tech certificate and marksheet (if applicable)
3. Valid GATE score card
4. Aadhaar Card or any other Government photo ID card
5. Self-attested passport-size photograph
6. Experience certificate (if applicable)
7. Caste certificate (if applicable)
8. NOC from present employer (if applicable)
9. Papers published in journals or conferences
10. Any other relevant documents

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Should you apply?

The DMRL JRF suits candidates with a first-class degree in metallurgy, materials, mechanical or chemical engineering, or an M.Sc. in Physics. A valid GATE or NET score is needed. It pairs research on defence materials with the option of a part-time PhD. The stipend is fixed at ₹37,000 plus HRA.

The trade-offs are clear. The post is temporary, lasts at most four years and gives no right of absorption in DRDO. The interview carries no TA/DA, which adds travel cost for candidates from North Bengal, Sikkim and the North East. A missing document or a partly filled Excel sheet leads to rejection without notice.

Shortlisting rests on GATE, NET or M.E./M. Tech marks, so strong scores help most. Candidates who meet every condition and want defence materials research should apply for DMRL JRF recruitment 2026 before 27 October 2026. They can also compare other government job openings first.

This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.

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FAQs

What is the last date for DMRL JRF recruitment 2026?

The last date is 27 October 2026. Candidates must email the filled Excel sheet and a single PDF of documents to DMRL before that date.

What is the stipend for a DMRL JRF?

A JRF at DMRL receives ₹37,000 per month plus HRA as per DRDO rules. The first offer runs for two years. The Internal Screening Committee can recommend a further two years.

Is a GATE score compulsory for the JRF post at DMRL?

A valid GATE score is required for candidates with a B.E./B.Tech degree. Candidates with an M.Sc. in Physics need a valid NET qualification. The score must relate to the discipline applied for and stay valid on the interview date.

Is the JRF post at DMRL permanent?

No. The post is temporary, with a maximum tenure of four years and no right of absorption in DRDO. Satisfactory performance after two years can lead to Senior Research Fellow (SRF). Candidates should plan their next career step before the tenure ends. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the hiring office.

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