DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Vehicles Research & Development Organization (DRDO VRDE) has released the official Junior Research Fellow Notification 2026. A total of 5 vacancies have been announced under the DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates aged up to 28 years with a B.E./ B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering along with a valid GATE score, or an M.E./ M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering, can attend the walk-in interview on 06 October 2026. Selected candidates will be appointed on a contractual basis with a monthly stipend of ₹37,000. The official notification PDF and walk-in details are available below.

DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Overview

DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

Candidates should download and read the DRDO VRDE Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.

DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

• B.E/ B.Tech in first division with valid GATE score (2024/ 2025/ 2026) or M.E/ M.Tech in first division at both levels in Mechanical Engineering.

DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 28 years
• Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer)

DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Salary / Stipend

• Rs. 37000 Per Month

DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

• Document Verification
• Written Test
• Interview

Walk-In Procedure

Candidates who wish to attend the walk-in interview for DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 should follow the steps below.

• Read the official notification carefully before attending the interview.
• Candidates must report at the venue as per the reporting time mentioned in the notification.
• Carry all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies such as ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates (if required), and category certificate (if applicable).
• Bring the duly filled application form if required in the notification.
• Verify eligibility criteria before attending the interview.
• Candidates are advised to reach the venue well in advance to complete registration formalities.
• Keep extra passport-size photographs for submission if required.

DRDO VRDE Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Important Links