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DRDO DYSL-CT Chennai Junior Research Fellow JRF 2026

Defence Research and Development Organisation

Domain: Defense & Security
Employment Type: Temporary
Stage: Announcement - Official Advertisement

Posted: 18 days ago

Posts: 1

Location: CENTRAL (Tamil Nadu)

Closes: 4 Sep 2026

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Job Details

DRDO Young Scientists Laboratory – Cognitive Technologies (DYSL‑CT) invites applications from candidates with strong interest in research for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF). The lab works in innovative technologies in cognitive radio, cognitive radar and cognitive surveillance. The fellowship is initially for two years and may be extended for a further two years as per rules. A panel of selected candidates may be operated for one year from the date of declaration of the panel list to fill existing and future positions in order of merit/discipline.

Level:
central
State:
Tamil Nadu
Cities:
Chennai
Other Information:
  • Workplace: DRDO Young Scientists Laboratory – Cognitive Technologies (DYSL‑CT), E‑Block, 5th Floor, IIT Madras Research Park, Taramani, Chennai‑600113.

Job Summary

Recruitment advertisement for one JRF at DRDO DYSL‑CT, Chennai. Applications are invited within 21 days of publication in Employment News/Newspaper; selection by interview and stipend Rs. 37,000 + HRA.

Important Dates

  1. Notice date on document

  2. Publication date on DRDO site

  3. Last date to apply · Last date for receipt of applicationsNextEstimated

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
BE/BTech in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Information Science or equivalent engineering discipline in First Division from AICTE accredited Institute/University with CSIR‑UGC (NET) / GATE qualification.Required
ME/MTech (professional course) in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Information Science or equivalent engineering discipline in First Division at Graduate & Post Graduate level from AICTE accredited Institute/University.Required
BE/BTech in Electrical / Electronics / Telecommunication / Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent in First Division from AICTE accredited Institute/University with CSIR‑UGC (NET) / GATE qualification.Required
ME/MTech (professional course) in Electrical / Electronics / Telecommunication / Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent engineering discipline in First Division at Graduate & Post Graduate level from AICTE accredited Institute/University.Required

2. Other Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
DesirableProficiency in design and analysis of algorithms.
DesirableExcellent programming skills in C, C++, Python, and HMI development.
DesirableExperience in utilizing open‑source system development frameworks.
DesirableKnowledge of major Machine Learning algorithms.
DesirableProficiency in Communication Engineering and DSP algorithms.
DesirableWorking knowledge of embedded systems and design.
DesirableExposure to Cognitive Technologies.

3. Experience Requirements

CriteriaDetails
Experience RangeN/A - N/A years

4. Age Limit

CriteriaDetails
Age RangeN/A - 28 years
Age relaxationUpper age limit relaxable for SC, ST and OBC (NCL) candidates as per Government rules in vogue.

5. Other Eligibility

CriteriaDetails
Government/PSU/Autonomous employeesApply through proper channel; submit a signed declaration (Annexure II) regarding intimation to Cadre Controlling Authority and produce No Objection Certificate (Annexure III) at the time of interview.
Ineligibility conditionCandidates already awarded JRF in any DRDO Laboratory/Centre/Establishment are not eligible to apply again.

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Post Details

Total Posts: 1

1. Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Additional Information

  • Vacancy variation: Number of vacancies may change as per organizational requirements.
  • Panel validity: A panel of selected candidates may be operated for one year from the date of declaration of the panel list.

Salary Details

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

> Allowances: HRA as applicable

Other Information

  • Allowances: No other allowances will be paid during the entire period.

How to Apply

1. Obtain application form:
Detailed advertisement, application form and specimen formats are available at www.drdo.gov.in (> What’s New > Application for the post of JRF at DYSL‑CT, Chennai) or by email request to vasanth.dysl-ct@gov.in.
2. Submission by post:
Send duly filled application with self‑attested copies of educational qualifications and experience to The Director, DRDO Young Scientists Laboratory – Cognitive Technologies, E‑Block, 5th Floor, IIT Madras Research Park, Taramani, Chennai‑600113, to reach within 21 days from publication in Employment News/Newspaper. Write “Application for JRF Recruitment” on the envelope.
3. Submission by email:
Email the application form with supporting documents in PDF to vasanth.dysl-ct@gov.in.
4. Deadline:
Within 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News/ Newspaper.

Selection Process

1. Mode of selection:
Interview.
2. Intimation:
Date, time, venue and mode of interview will be intimated to shortlisted candidates by email only; candidates may check DRDO website for the result.

Reservation Details

1. Relaxations:
SC/ST/OBC (NCL) candidates eligible for age relaxation as per Government rules.

Document Requirements

1. Mandatory documents:
Duly filled application form and self‑attested copies of educational qualifications and experience.
2. For government/PSU/autonomous applicants:
Declaration regarding intimation to CCA (Annexure II) and No Objection Certificate from CCA (Annexure III) at the time of interview.
3. Postal application marking:
Write “Application for JRF Recruitment” on the top of the envelope.

Important Instructions

1. Nature of fellowship:
Offer of fellowship is purely temporary for a limited period and does not confer any right for absorption in DRDO.

Interview Details

1. Interview communication:
Details will be communicated by email to shortlisted candidates.

Disqualification Criteria

1. Previously awarded DRDO JRF:
Those already awarded JRF in any DRDO Lab/Centre/Establishment are not eligible to apply again.

Other Information

1. Research areas:
Cognitive radio, cognitive radar and cognitive surveillance technologies.
2. Fellowship tenure:
Initially two years; may be extended for further two years as per rules.
3. Panel operation:
A merit/discipline-wise panel may be operated for one year from the date of declaration of the panel list for existing and likely future positions.

Contact Details

Address: The Director, DRDO Young Scientists Laboratory – Cognitive Technologies (DYSL‑CT), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), E‑Block, 5th Floor, IIT Madras Research Park, Taramani, Chennai‑600113.

Other Information

  • Fax: 044-22549250

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