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NPOL Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - register Offline
NotificationPublished 18 Sept 2026
The Naval Physical in addition to Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL) Recruitment 2026 for posts of Junior Research Fellow. applicants with B.Tech/ B.E, M.E/ M.Tech Can register Offline. The walk-in on 10-10-2026. The candidate shall go to through NPOL website, indiascienceandtechnology.gov.in.
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NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
- Naval Physical in addition to Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL), DRDO, Ministry of Defence, has made available Advertisement No. The walk-in interview will be conducted on 10 October 2026 at 09:30 hrs at Bhavan's Varuna Vidyalaya, Kochi. test-takers are advised to read the detailed notification carefully for discipline-wise criteria as well as requirements. NPOL/JRF/01/2026 for recruitment to Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts in various disciplines. The recruitment covers Computer Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Rubber Technology, Polymer Technology, Nanotechnology, Materials Science, Opto Electronics, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Physics, Oceanography, Ocean Technology in addition to Meteorology. The notification mentions 04 fixed openings for Mechanical Engineering, while posts in other disciplines are anticipated.
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NPOL JRF Vacancy Details 2026
- The table below lists the discipline-wise openings in addition to essential educational qualification as given in the authorized circular. Where the notification states "Anticipated," the exact number of posts has not been fixed.
- (*) denotes B.Sc/B.Tech at the graduate level, as noted in the authorized advertisement.
NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria & Qualification
- criteria is discipline-specific as well as detailed in the position table above. In general terms:
NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- The upper age limit is 28 years as on the date of the walk-in interview . This is relaxable for applicants belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes in addition to OBC categories as per Government of India norms.
NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026 Salary / Stipend
- It is informed that, The Fellowship shall initially be awarded for a period of two years (extendable as per rules), with a monthly emolument of Rs. 37,000/- plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as admissible under the rules.
NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Selection is made through a walk-in interview conducted on the notified date as well as time. aspirants must produce all original certificates/testimonials/community certificate/valid GATE/NET score card, along with a set of self-attested copies as well as an ID proof, at the time of the interview. A panel will be drawn from the interview for the positions available in addition to future positions , as well as this panel will operate for a period of one year. Empanelment does not, by itself, entitle a candidate to an offer of Fellowship; this is contingent on the occurrence of positions during the year. The Director, NPOL, reserves the right not to select any candidate if suitable aspirants are not available.
How to Apply for NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026 (Walk-in Interview Process)
- Aspirants are advised that, There is no online application for this recruitment. Interested in addition to meeting criteria applicants may directly appear for the walk-in interview in line with the process below:
- Report on 10.10.2026 (Saturday) at 0930 hrs at Bhavan's Varuna Vidyalaya, in the campus of Naval Physical & Oceanographic Laboratory, Thrikkakara P.O., Kochi – 682021.
- Candidates should note that, Carry all original certificates in addition to testimonials, community certificate (if applicable), as well as valid GATE/NET score card.
- As per the official update, Bring a set of self-attested copies of all testimonials/certificates.
- Carry an original ID proof (Voter's ID/Aadhaar card/PAN card/Driving License).
- Bring one recent colour passport-size photograph.
- Optionally, prospective applicants may e-mail a one-page bio-data to [email protected] in advance, to help with necessary administrative arrangements.
NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026 – Important Information
- Department website for updates as well as the Hindi version of the advertisement: www.drdo.gov.in
- It is informed that, Any additional information or amendments relating to the recruitment process will be updated only on the departmental DRDO website, therefore applicants are advised to verify it regularly until the recruitment process concludes.
- In case of any ambiguity or dispute in interpreting a clause in the Hindi version of the advertisement, the instructions in the English version shall prevail.
- An offer of Fellowship does not confer on Fellows any right for absorption in DRDO.
NPOL Junior Research Fellow Important Links
- Employment Notification PDF : Click the link below
- Government webpage: Click the link below
- applicants holding B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech or postgraduate qualifications in relevant engineering as well as science disciplines can as well explore more Engineering Government Jobs along with Postgraduate Government Jobs available across India.
- test-takers looking for more opportunities in Kerala can furthermore explore the latest Kerala Government Jobs across various departments. Applicants interested in research as well as technical careers can confirm more Junior Research Fellow Jobs in addition to Research Government Jobs matching their qualifications.
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