DRDO DRL Tezpur JRF Recruitment 2026

DRDO is hiring 5 Junior Research Fellows (JRF) at Defence Research Laboratory (DRL), Tezpur, Assam. If you have M.Pharm / M.S (Pharm) / M.Tech in Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Toxicology, or Pharmaceutical Chemistry, you can apply by sending your CV to hrd.drl@gov.in. The walk-in interview will be held on 19 May 2026. The stipend is Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA.

DRDO DRL Tezpur Junior Research Fellowship Recruitment 2026 - 5 Posts

Defence Research Laboratory (DRL), Tezpur, a unit of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has invited applications for 5 JRF positions to work on ongoing and future research projects. The selection will be done through a walk-in interview at DRL, Solmara Military Station, Dekargaon, Tezpur, Assam. Young and motivated pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences postgraduates can apply for this two-year fellowship that may be extended up to four years.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: M.Pharm / M.S (Pharm) / M.Tech (Pharm) / M.Tech in Pharmaceutics / Pharmacology & Toxicology / Pharmacology / Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Degree Status: Only candidates with degree or provisional degree certificate are eligible to apply
• Government Employees: If you are working in a Government Department, PSU, or Autonomous Body, you must apply through proper channel and produce NOC at the time of interview

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 28 years (as on the date of interview)
• Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates

Stipend

• Stipend: Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA as per rules
• Tenure: Initially for 2 years; may be upgraded to SRF and extended for 3rd and 4th year based on performance

Application Fee

• No application fee is charged.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or for joining.

Selection Process

The selection is based on a single stage:

1. Walk-in Interview: Held on 19 May 2026 at DRL, DRDO, Solmara Military Station, Dekargaon, Tezpur, Assam.
2. Document Verification: You must produce original certificates, testimonials and AADHAR card at the time of interview. Carry one photocopy set of all documents along with your application.

Admission will be closed after 1000 hrs on the interview day.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form (Appendix 'A') from the DRDO website at drdo.gov.in.
2. Fill in your personal details, qualifications, NET/GATE/GPAT score, and AADHAR number.
3. Attach self-attested copies of all degrees, mark sheets, and experience certificates.
4. Email your CV in the prescribed format to hrd.drl@gov.in on or before 12 May 2026.
5. Carry all original documents to the walk-in interview at DRL, Tezpur on 19 May 2026.
6. Reporting time is 0930 to 1000 hrs.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 21 April 2026
• Last Date for CV Submission: 12 May 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: 19 May 2026
• Reporting Time: 0930 to 1000 hrs

• Work on ongoing and future research projects at DRL, Tezpur
• Conduct experiments in pharmaceutics, pharmacology, toxicology, or pharmaceutical chemistry as assigned
• Prepare technical reports and project documentation regularly
• Participate in laboratory meetings and present research progress
• Publish research papers in peer-reviewed journals
• Maintain laboratory equipment and follow safety protocols
• Assist senior scientists with experimental design and data analysis