DRDO SAG Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in for 11 Posts

Age

Maximum age limit: 28 years. Age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates as per Government rules.

Eligibility by discipline

Mathematics

Postgraduate degree in Mathematics in first division with NET qualification. Desirable: knowledge of cryptology and computer programming in C/C++.

Computer Science Engineering (CSE)/ Information Technology (IT)/ Computer Science (CS)

B.E./B.Tech in CSE/IT/CS with first division and NET/GATE score, or M.E./M.Tech in the relevant field with first division at both graduate and postgraduate levels. Desirable: knowledge of cryptology, computer programming in C/C++, Java, Python.

Electronics Engineering (EE)/ Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)

B.E./B.Tech in EE/ECE with first division and NET/GATE, or M.E./M.Tech in the relevant field with first division at both levels. Desirable: knowledge of embedded systems and cryptology.

Physics

Postgraduate degree in Physics in first division with NET qualification. Desirable: knowledge of quantum physics and computer programming in C/C++.

Important Dates

Walk-in Interview: 05-08-2026

Application Fee

General/OBC: Nil. SC/ST: Nil. There is no application fee for this recruitment.

Walk-in Selection Process

• Read the official notification carefully before attending.
• Report at the venue as per the time specified in the notification.
• Bring original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies (ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates if any, category certificate if applicable).
• Carry the duly filled application form if required by the notification.
• Arrive early to complete registration formalities and bring extra passport-size photographs if required.

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/sites/default/files/vacancy/advtSAG10072026.pdf
• Official DRDO SAG Website: http://www.drdo.gov.in