The Defence Materials & Stores Research & Development Establishment (DMSRDE), a laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) under the Ministry of Defence, has released a walk-in interview notification for Research Associate (RA) and Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions. Read the official DMSRDE notification (PDF) for the full details. The notification does not carry a separate advertisement or notice number. The walk-in interview will be held on 2 September 2026 (Wednesday) at 9:00 AM. This is for candidates with a Ph.D. in Chemistry, or a NET/GATE-qualified postgraduate or engineering degree in Chemistry, Material Science or Polymer Science, who want short-term research fellowship experience at a DRDO laboratory.
DMSRDE is offering a total of 3 fellowship posts — 1 Research Associateship and 2 Junior Research Fellowships. A full discipline-wise breakdown follows below. The engagement is based at DMSRDE, G.T. Road, Kanpur. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official DMSRDE (DRDO) walk-in interview notification. The notice number and issue date are not mentioned in the source document.
Last verified: 17 August 2026.
DMSRDE, a DRDO laboratory in Kanpur, is holding a walk-in interview for 1 Research Associate and 2 Junior Research Fellow posts on 2 September 2026 at 9:00 AM. There is no online application — candidates apply by appearing in person at the DMSRDE Transit Facility, G.T. Road, Kanpur, with a filled bio-data form, a passport-size photograph, and original documents for verification. Research Associates need a Ph.D. in Chemistry, while Junior Research Fellows need a NET or GATE-qualified postgraduate or engineering degree in Chemistry, Material Science, Polymer Science or a related engineering discipline.
Quick summary
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | DMSRDE (DRDO), Ministry of Defence |
| Post | Research Associate (RA) & Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Total Vacancy | 3 (1 RA + 2 JRF) |
| Stipend | RA: ₹67,000/month; JRF: ₹37,000/month (1st & 2nd year) |
| Application Mode | Walk-in interview — no online application |
| Eligibility | Ph.D. in Chemistry (RA); NET/GATE-qualified PG or B.Tech/M.Tech (JRF) — see eligibility section |
| Selection Process | Document verification + walk-in interview |
| Place of Posting | DMSRDE, G.T. Road, Kanpur |
| Interview Date | 2 September 2026 (Wednesday), 9:00 AM |
| Who Can Apply | Ph.D. holders in Chemistry; NET/GATE-qualified postgraduates or engineers in Chemistry, Material Science, Polymer Science or related fields |
About DMSRDE
DMSRDE is a laboratory of DRDO under the Ministry of Defence Government Jobs, based in Kanpur. This is added context, not part of the official notification; confirm with the official website. DMSRDE works on non-metallic materials for the armed forces, including polymers, composites, camouflage textiles, and special-purpose clothing and shelters, among other research areas. For a candidate, joining DMSRDE as a Research Associate or Junior Research Fellow means working on applied materials research that feeds directly into equipment used by India’s defence services, rather than a purely academic research setting.
How this compares
Kanpur is a major industrial and educational hub in Uttar Pradesh, connected by rail and road to Delhi, Lucknow and other North Indian cities. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Compared to most direct-recruitment government vacancies, this DMSRDE opening is a walk-in interview, not an online-application post, and it is a fixed-term research fellowship rather than a permanent government job. DRDO and CSIR laboratories across India regularly hold similar walk-in interviews for Research Associate and Junior Research Fellow posts, usually tied to a small number of vacancies for specific projects. Candidates comparing options can also check Latest Jobs (All India) for other current openings in research and engineering fields.
Important dates
| Event | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Walk-in interview | 2 September 2026 (Wednesday) | 9:00 AM |
The notification does not mention a separate reporting time or a gate-closing time beyond the 9:00 AM interview start.
Vacancy details and stipend
| Post | Discipline | No. of Posts | Stipend (per month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Associateship | Chemistry | 1 | ₹67,000 |
| Junior Research Fellowship | Chemistry / Material Science / Polymer Science (basic science route) or Chemical Engineering / Technology / Material Science & Engineering / Polymer Science or Engineering or Technology (professional/engineering route) | 2 | ₹37,000 (1st & 2nd year) |
| Total | 3 |
The notification states that the number of vacancies may vary depending on requirement at the time of the walk-in interview, and a post may be kept unfilled if no suitable candidate is found.
Other financial details from the notification:
- Contingency grant (reimbursement basis, first two years): up to ₹20,000 per annum for Research Associates and up to ₹15,000 per annum for Junior Research Fellows. For JRFs, this may increase to ₹20,000 per annum in subsequent years.
- HRA as per government rules.
- Not eligible for DA, CCA, Bonus or retirement benefits.
- Eligible for medical facilities for self only, through the MI Room facility on campus.
- The award of the fellowship/associateship does not confer any right to further employment in DRDO. The Director, DMSRDE, reserves the right not to select any candidate if suitable candidates are not available.
Eligibility (post-wise)
Research Associateship (1 post)
- Discipline: Chemistry
- Qualification: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university
- Age limit: 35 years as on the date of interview (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC non-creamy layer) — use the Age Calculator to check your age as on 2 September 2026
Junior Research Fellowship (2 posts)
Candidates can qualify through either of the two routes below.
| Route | Discipline | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Science | Chemistry / Material Science / Polymer Science | Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline (basic sciences), first division, with NET qualification |
| Engineering | Chemical Engineering or Technology / Material Science & Engineering / Polymer Science or Engineering or Technology | Graduate degree (B.E./B.Tech.) in a relevant discipline, first division, with NET/GATE; OR postgraduate degree (M.E./M.Tech.) in a relevant discipline, first division, at both graduate and postgraduate level |
- Age limit: 28 years as on the date of interview (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC non-creamy layer)
Wherever OBC is mentioned, it applies only to candidates not in the creamy layer.
Selection process
Selection is through a single walk-in interview, not a multi-stage written exam. Candidates who bring incomplete documents may not be able to complete verification on the day.
- Document verification — original mark sheets, certificates, testimonials, community certificate (if applicable), and GATE/NET score card are checked against the bio-data and photocopies submitted.
- Walk-in interview at the venue on the scheduled date and time.
Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis may also appear for the Research Associateship interview. However, the associateship will be awarded only after the candidate has been conferred the degree or a provisional certificate.
How to apply
There is no online application for this recruitment. Candidates apply by appearing directly at the walk-in interview.
- Fill the application/bio-data form in BLOCK LETTERS (the format is enclosed with the official notification), clearly indicating the fellowship/associateship applied for.
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph and attach self-attested photocopies of testimonials.
- Report to the DMSRDE Transit Facility (Near DRLM Puliya), DMSRDE, G.T. Road, Kanpur – 208 004 on 2 September 2026 (Wednesday) at 9:00 AM.
- Carry all original documents for verification (see checklist below).
- Candidates currently working in Government, Public Sector Undertaking or Autonomous bodies should apply through the proper channel.
Documents to keep ready
- Filled bio-data form in the prescribed format
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Self-attested photocopies of testimonials
- Original mark sheets, certificates and testimonials
- Community certificate, if applicable
- Original GATE/NET score card
- Photo ID proof (Voter’s ID / Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Driving Licence)
Important links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official DMSRDE notification (PDF) | Full notification with the walk-in interview details and application format |
| Apply-online portal | Not applicable — this is a walk-in interview; no online application link is given |
| More government jobs (All India) | Other current government vacancies on the site |
Should you apply?
This fellowship suits a Ph.D. holder in Chemistry who wants applied defence-materials research experience, or a NET/GATE-qualified postgraduate or engineer in Chemistry, Material Science, Polymer Science or a related field looking for a research fellowship rather than immediate permanent employment. This assessment is added context, not part of the official notification.
It does not suit candidates who need a guaranteed permanent government job — the notification is explicit that the fellowship does not confer any right to further employment in DRDO, and the Director can leave a post unfilled if no suitable candidate turns up. Competition at DRDO walk-in interviews depends on how many eligible candidates show up on the day, since there is no separate application count published in advance.
The trade-off is straightforward: the stipend (₹67,000 for RA, ₹37,000 for JRF) is fixed for the engagement period, with HRA but without DA, bonus, or retirement benefits, and the fellowship runs for a defined period rather than being a permanent posting.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for DMSRDE Research Associate and JRF 2026?
There is no last date, because this is not an online application. Candidates apply by attending the walk-in interview directly on 2 September 2026 (Wednesday) at 9:00 AM at the DMSRDE Transit Facility, Kanpur.
What is the salary of Research Associate and JRF at DMSRDE?
DMSRDE pays Research Associates a stipend of ₹67,000 per month and Junior Research Fellows ₹37,000 per month for the first and second year, plus HRA as per government rules and a reimbursement-based contingency grant.
What documents are required for the DMSRDE walk-in interview?
Candidates need a filled bio-data form, a passport-size photograph, self-attested testimonials, and originals of their mark sheets, certificates, GATE/NET score card and photo ID for verification at the venue.
Does the DMSRDE fellowship lead to a permanent DRDO job?
No. The official notification states that the award of the fellowship or associateship does not confer any right to further employment in DRDO. This is added context: DRDO Research Associates and Junior Research Fellows typically use the fellowship period to build a research profile for future academic or scientist-level openings, rather than expecting automatic absorption. Confirm current practice with the official website.
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