DRDO NSTL Recruitment 2026 for 07 Junior Research Fellow Posts

Naval Science and Technological Laboratory, a premier laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation, has released the notification for engagement of Junior Research Fellows for the year 2026. The recruitment is being conducted for 07 JRF vacancies across multiple engineering disciplines including Mechanical, Electronics, Computer Science, and Instrumentation Engineering. Candidates holding B.E./B.Tech with valid NET/GATE score or M.E./M.Tech with first division are eligible to appear for the walk-in interview scheduled on 26 February 2026. The selection may involve a written test followed by an interview, depending on the number of applicants.

Name of OrganizationNaval Science and Technological Laboratory
Post NameJunior Research Fellow (JRF)
EducationB.E./B.Tech with NET/GATE or M.E./M.Tech in relevant discipline
Total Vacancies07 Posts
Salary₹37,000/- per month + HRA
Age LimitUp to 28 Years (with applicable relaxations)
Application Fee₹10/- (SC/ST/OBC exempted)
Selection ProcessWritten Test (if required) + Interview
Apply ModeWalk-in-Interview
Job LocationVisakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Last Date To Apply26 February 2026 (Reporting at 09:00 Hrs)

Vacancy Details

Post NameVacancyEducation
Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering)03B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
Junior Research Fellow (Electronics / ECE)02B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Electronics / ECE
Junior Research Fellow (Computer Science)01B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science
Junior Research Fellow (Instrumentation)01B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Instrumentation / E&I

How to Apply

  • Download and fill the application form from the official DRDO NSTL notification
  • Report for the walk-in interview on 26 February 2026 at 09:00 Hrs
  • Carry original certificates along with self-attested photocopies of educational qualifications, age proof, NET/GATE scorecard, and identity proof
  • Submit the application fee as applicable through IPO/DD or online payment before the interview
  • Attend the interview at Naval Science & Technological Laboratory, Vigyan Nagar, Near N.A.D. Junction, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
  • Keep copies of all submitted documents for future reference

Application form, details & registration

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