DRDO NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for Junior Research Fellow (7 Disciplines)

Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory, DRDO (NPOL)
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Overview

DRDO’s Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL) in Kochi invites candidates for walk-in interviews to fill Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions across seven disciplines. The recruitment is conducted through a walk-in interview on 10 October 2026 at NPOL, Thrikkakara, Kochi. Eligible candidates with BE/B.Tech, ME/M.Tech, or relevant basic science qualifications with NET/GATE are welcome to attend. The fellowship offers Rs. 37,000 per month plus applicable HRA for an initial period of two years, extendable as per rules.

Total Vacancies

4

Age Limit

TBA - 28y

Age Details

Age Limit

Upper age limit is 28 years as on 10 October 2026. Relaxation as per Government of India norms for SC/ST/OBC candidates.

Eligibility

NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026 Qualification

Discipline-wise essential qualifications are specified in the official notification. In brief:

  • Computer Science & Engineering: BE/B.Tech in CS Engg (1st Division) with valid GATE; or ME/M.Tech in CS Engg (1st Division).
  • Mechanical Engineering: BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engg (1st Division) with valid GATE; or ME/M.Tech in Mechanical Engg (1st Division).
  • Chemical Engineering / Rubber Technology / Polymer Technology / Nanotechnology / Materials Science: BE/B.Tech in the relevant discipline (1st Division) with valid GATE; or ME/M.Tech in the relevant discipline (1st Division).
  • Opto Electronics: BE/B.Tech in Opto Electronics (1st Division) with valid GATE; or ME/M.Tech in Opto Electronics (1st Division); or BE/B.Tech in EEE/ECE with relevant papers (GATE) (1st Division).
  • Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Instrumentation Engineering: BE/B.Tech in the relevant discipline (1st Division) with valid GATE; or ME/M.Tech in the relevant discipline (1st Division).
  • Physics: Postgraduate degree in Basic Science with valid NET/GATE (1st Division).
  • Oceanography / Ocean Technology / Meteorology: Postgraduate degree in Basic Science with valid NET/GATE; or ME/M.Tech in Oceanography/Ocean Technology/Meteorology (1st Division).

Notes:

  • Qualifications from foreign universities require equivalence certificates.
  • NET/GATE validity must be on the date of the walk-in interview.
  • Candidates should apply through proper channel if currently employed in Government/Public Sector or Autonomous Bodies.

Important Dates

Application Start

TBA

Application End

TBA

Date Details

Important Dates

  • Walk-in Interview Date & Time: 10 October 2026 (Saturday) at 09:30 hrs
  • Notification Number: NPOL/JRF/01/2026

Application Fees

Application Fee

The official notification mentions no application fee for NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026.

How to Apply

Important Instructions

  • Only candidates with prescribed qualifications for a discipline should apply.
  • NET/GATE validity must be current as of the interview date.
  • Candidates already employed in Government/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous Bodies should apply through proper channel.
  • Updates and amendments will be posted on the DRDO website. Refer to the DRDO notification for official details.
  • Fellowship offers do not confer absorption rights in DRDO.

Practice & Preparation

Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "DRDO NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for Junior Research Fellow (7 Disciplines)"?

The "DRDO NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for Junior Research Fellow (7 Disciplines)" is conducted by the Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory, DRDO (NPOL).

How many vacancies are there for "DRDO NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for Junior Research Fellow (7 Disciplines)"?

There are a total of 4 vacancies available for "DRDO NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for Junior Research Fellow (7 Disciplines)".

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