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DRDO DGRE Chandigarh JRF Recruitment 2026

Defence Research and Development Organisation

Domain: Science & Technology
Employment Type: Contract
Stage: Selection Process - Interview/Assessment Notification

Posted: 20 days ago

Posts: 8

Location: CENTRAL (Chandigarh)

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Job Details

Defence Geoinformatics Research Establishment (DGRE), DRDO, Chandigarh is conducting walk-in interviews to engage Junior Research Fellows in specified disciplines. Fellows will receive a stipend of Rs 37,000 per month plus HRA. Tenure is initially two years; the fellowship does not confer any right to regular appointment and may be terminated with one month’s notice.

Level:
central
State:
Chandigarh
Cities:
Chandigarh
Other Information:
  • Interview venue: Defence Geoinformatics Research Establishment (DGRE), HIM PARISAR, Plot No-01, Sector 37-A, Chandigarh – 160036 (UT).

Job Summary

DGRE, DRDO invites eligible candidates to appear for walk-in interviews for JRF positions across four disciplines. Stipend is Rs 37,000 + HRA per month; maximum age 28 years as on 30.06.2026; tenure initially two years.

Important Dates

  1. Interview · Walk-in interview date (Computer Science/IT & Structure Engineering)Next

  2. Interview · Walk-in interview date (Geo-informatics/RS&GIS/Geomatics & Atmospheric/Meteorology/Environmental)

Dates not announced

  • Reporting time
  • Initial screening and verification
  • Interviews commence

Eligibility Criteria

1. Experience Requirements

CriteriaDetails
Experience RangeN/A - N/A years

2. Age Limit

CriteriaDetails
Age RangeN/A - 28 years
SC/ST relaxation5 years as per Govt. rules.
OBC relaxation3 years as per Govt. rules.

3. Other Eligibility

CriteriaDetails
Service candidatesCandidates working in Govt./PSU/Autonomous Bodies must produce NOC at the time of interview.

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Post Details

Total Posts: 8

1. Junior Research Fellow (Computer Science & Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science/Information Technology and allied subjects)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Essential: ME/M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science/Information Technology and allied subjects with first division (both at Graduate and Post Graduate level) from a recognized University; OR BE/B.Tech in first division with NET/GATE in the same/allied subjects from a recognized University.
  • Desirable: Working knowledge of AI & ML algorithms & Big data Analysis, image processing; proficiency in Python, C/C++/Java; scenario development in Virtual Reality Lab (e.g., development experience with Unity or Unreal game engines).

2. Junior Research Fellow (Structure Engineering)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Essential: ME/M.Tech in Structure Engineering with first division (both at Graduate and Post Graduate level) from a recognized University; OR BE/B.Tech in first division with NET/GATE in Civil Engineering (with specialization in Structure Engineering) from a recognized University.
  • Desirable: Good working knowledge of Structure Drawing & Drafting software (such as AutoCAD) and Structure Analysis & Design software (such as STAAD Pro/ETAB); good working knowledge of Finite Element Analysis Software (ANSYS/ABAQUS).

3. Junior Research Fellow (Geo-informatics/ Remote Sensing & GIS/ Geomatics/ Geospatial Engineering)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Essential: ME/M.Tech in Geo-informatics/ Remote Sensing & GIS/ Geomatics/ Geospatial Engineering with first division (both at Graduate and Post Graduate level); OR BE/B.Tech in first division with NET/GATE in Geo-informatics/ Remote Sensing & GIS/ Geomatics/ Earth Science/Environmental Science; OR Post Graduate Science degree in first division (both at Graduate and Post Graduate level) with NET/GATE in Geo-informatics/ Remote Sensing & GIS/ Geomatics/ Earth Science/Environmental Science (candidate must be a Bachelor of Science).
  • Desirable: Good working knowledge of Remote Sensing and GIS related software; exposure to computer programming and AI/ML based analysis; exposure on SAR data processing and analysis.

4. Junior Research Fellow (Atmospheric Science/Meteorology/ Environmental Engineering)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Essential: ME/M.Tech in Atmospheric Science/Meteorology/ Environmental Engineering with first division (both at Graduate and Post Graduate level); OR BE/B.Tech in first division with NET/GATE in Atmospheric Science/Meteorology/ Environmental Engineering; OR Post Graduate Science degree in first division (both at Graduate and Post Graduate level) with NET/GATE in Atmospheric Science/Meteorology/ Environmental Science (candidate must be a Bachelor of Science).
  • Desirable: Exposure to numerical weather prediction models; good working knowledge of statistical analysis tools.

Salary Details

> Salary Range: 37,000 - ₹37,000 Monthly

> Allowances: HRA per month

Other Information

  • Tenure: The tenure of Junior Research Fellowship is initially for a period of two years.
  • Regular appointment: The offer of fellowship will not confer any right for regular appointment/absorption in DRDO; the period will not count for seniority/other Govt. benefits.
  • Termination: The fellowship may be terminated at any time during the tenure with a prior notice of one month.

How to Apply

1. Application form:
Download the application form from the DRDO vacancies page and bring the duly filled form (as received in email) to the interview.
2. Mode:
Walk-in interview; do not send any hard copy of the application.
3. Where to report:
DGRE, HIM PARISAR, Plot No-01, Sector 37-A, Chandigarh – 160036 (UT).
4. Timings:
Report 08:30 AM; screening/verification 10:00–11:00 AM; interview from 11:00 AM onward on the respective date.

Selection Process

1. Process:
Initial screening and verification of testimonials, followed by interview of screened/shortlisted candidates from 11:00 AM onward.

Reservation Details

1. Age relaxation:
5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC as per Govt. rules.

Document Requirements

1. Application form:
Duly filled complete application form (received in email).
2. Bio-data:
Bio-data of the candidate.
3. Certificates:
One set of self-attested copies of mark sheets/certificates/degree (10th onwards), caste certificate, experience certificates, publications (if any), along with originals.
4. Photograph:
Recent passport size photograph.
5. NOC:
NOC from employer if working in Govt./PSU/Autonomous Bodies.

Important Instructions

1. Completeness:
Incomplete/partially filled applications will not be accepted.
2. Provisional selection:
Selection through walk-in interview is purely provisional and subject to verification of documents and original certificates; candidature will be rejected if any mismatch/canvassing or non-fulfilment of criteria is noticed.
3. Accommodation:
No Government accommodation will be provided for attending the interview.
4. TA/DA:
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview/joining, irrespective of selection.
5. Vacancy variation:
The number of fellowships may increase or decrease depending upon prevailing requirements.
6. Language precedence:
In case of discrepancy between English & Hindi versions, the English version will prevail.
7. Advertisement No.:
DGRE-01/JRF-RA/01/2026-27

Interview Details

1. Venue:
DGRE, HIM PARISAR, Plot No-01, Sector 37-A, Chandigarh – 160036 (UT).
2. Dates by discipline:
15 Sep 2026 — JRF in Computer Science/IT allied and Structure Engineering; 16 Sep 2026 — JRF in Geo-informatics/RS&GIS/Geomatics/Geospatial and Atmospheric/Meteorology/Environmental.
3. Timings:
Report 08:30 AM; screening/verification 10:00–11:00 AM; interviews from 11:00 AM onward.

Disqualification Criteria

1. Mismatch/canvassing:
Candidature will be rejected summarily if any mismatch/canvassing is noticed in qualification/discipline/percentage of marks or non-fulfilment of specified criteria at the time of joining.

Contact Details

Address: Defence Geoinformatics Research Establishment, HIM PARISAR, Plot No-01, Sector 37-A, Chandigarh – 160036 (UT)

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