DRDO RCI
DRDO RCI Recruitment 2026 - send in Offline for 21 Research Associate / Junior Research Fellow Posts
NotificationPublished 18 Aug 2026
Research Centre Imarat (DRDO RCI) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for 21 Research Associate / Junior Research Fellow posts. The application process will be conducted until 13 September 2026. picked aspirants can register through the department website, drdo.gov.in
Important dates
- Date of Publication in Employment News
- 14 August 2026
- Last Date for Receipt of Application (30 days from publication)
- 13 September 2026
Details
DRDO RCI Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
- test-takers who are interested in applying for the DRDO RCI Recruitment 2026 should first get in addition to carefully read the departmental circular PDF. The notification contains full details about post distribution, qualification criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, hiring procedure, crucial dates, in addition to application instructions. Reading the authorized document is essential to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the registration form.
- obtain DRDO RCI Job 2026 Notification PDF
DRDO RCI Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- Research Associate (RA): Ph.D or First Class M.Tech/M.Sc with research experience in specified areas (Deep Learning/Machine Learning, Structural & Thermal Analysis, Power Electronics, RF & Microwave, Experimental Quantum Optics).
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): First Class B.E/B.Tech with valid GATE or M.E/M.Tech or M.Sc with NET/GATE/SLET.
DRDO RCI Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
- Maximum Age Limit: 35 years
- Interested applicants should know that, Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC as per GoI norms.
- To avoid any confusion regarding age qualification , aspirants can use our Age Calculator to calculate their exact age based on the prescribed cut-off date before applying.
DRDO RCI Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend
- Candidates should note that, Research Associate (RA): Stipend as per GoI norms
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Stipend as per GoI norms
DRDO RCI Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Scrutiny of Applications
- Descriptive test
- Interview
- Document Verification
How to Apply
- applicants who wish to submit for DRDO RCI Various Posts Recruitment 2026 through offline mode should follow the steps below.
- Read the authorized circular carefully before applying.
- collect the online form from the authorized site: drdo.gov.in.
- Fill the application document carefully with correct information.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents such as photograph, signature, ID proof, in addition to certificates.
- review all details carefully before submission.
- Send the completed registration form to the address mentioned in the notification through Speed Post / Registered Post or as instructed.
- Ensure the application reaches before the deadline: 13-09-2026.
- Candidates should note that, Keep a photocopy of the submitted registration form for future reference.
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