DRDO DYSL AI JRF Recruitment 2026: Elite AI Research Fellowship Opportunity

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(Vacancies may increase or decrease depending on the requirements of the laboratory.)

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Ref. No.: DYSL-AI/JRF/HR/2025-26/01

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Short Description: DRDO DYSL AI JRF Recruitment 2026

The DRDO Young Scientist Laboratory – Artificial Intelligence (DYSL-AI), operating under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released an official notification inviting applications from young and meritorious Indian nationals for the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF).

DYSL-AI is a premier defence research laboratory dedicated to cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence research, including Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Computer Vision, SLAM, and Reinforcement Learning. The laboratory works in close collaboration with leading academic institutions such as IITs, IISc Bengaluru, IIITs, and other eminent research organizations.

This fellowship offers a prestigious research-oriented career path, an excellent monthly stipend, exposure to real-world defence AI applications, and the possibility of upgrading from JRF to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) based on performance.

DRDO Young Scientist Laboratory, operating under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India has invited applications for engagement of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF). Detailed eligibility, terms of reference, and application instructions are available in the DRDO DYSL Official Notification (PDF) .

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Important Dates and Application Fee: DRDO DYSL AI JRF Recruitment 2026

Application Begins

From the date of publication of the advertisement

Last Date to Apply

Within 21 days from the date of publication in Employment News or on/before 22 January 2026 (whichever is earlier)

Admit Card

Not Applicable

Examination Date

No written examination
(Shortlisting + Interview)

Application Fee

No application fee

Category	Fee
General / EWS / OBC	Nil
SC / ST / PH / Women	Nil

Mode of Payment

Not Applicable

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Posts, Vacancy, Age Limit, Pay Scale, and Qualification Details

Post Name / Pay Scale	Total Vacancy	Educational Qualification
Junior Research Fellow (JRF): ₹37,000 per month + HRA	02	Option-1: BE/B.Tech (First Division) with NET or GATE OR Option-2: ME/M.Tech (First Division at both Graduate & PG level) OR Option-3: Postgraduate degree in Basic Science (First Division) with NET

Desirable/Preferred Expertise

• Strong fundamentals in problem solving, algorithms, and complexity analysis
• Proficiency in Python / C++ / Java
• Knowledge of Machine Learning & Deep Learning
• Hands-on experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras, TensorRT, PyTorch Mobile
• Specialized knowledge in any one of the following:
  • NLP / Speech Recognition / Machine Translation
  • Computer Vision & Generative Models
  • 3D Vision, SLAM & ROS
  • Reinforcement Learning

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Note

• Fellowship is purely temporary
• Does not confer any right for absorption into DRDO
• The number of fellowships may change as per organisational needs

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Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 28 years as on the date of the interview

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• As per the Government of India rules

Cut-Off Date for Age Calculation

Last date of submission of the application

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How to Apply: DRDO DYSL AI JRF Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates must apply in the prescribed application format.

Application Procedure

1. Download the application form (Annexure-I) from www.drdo.gov.in
2. Fill the form carefully and completely
3. Attach the following documents:
   1. CV
   1. Self-attested copies of educational certificates
   1. Proof of Date of Birth
   1. Caste certificate (if applicable)
   1. NET/GATE certificate (if applicable)
   1. CGPA-to-percentage conversion proof
   1. NOC (for serving candidates)
4. Send the application:
   1. By Post to
      The Director, DRDO Young Scientist Laboratory-AI,
      Dr. Raja Ramanna Complex, Raj Bhavan Circle,
      High Grounds, Bengaluru – 560001
      OR
   1. By Email (Scanned Copies): [email protected]

📌 Candidates applying by post must clearly write “Application for JRF Recruitment” on the envelope.

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Documents Required: DRDO DYSL AI JRF Recruitment 2026

• Duly filled application form
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Educational qualification certificates
• Proof of Date of Birth
• NET/GATE certificate (if applicable)
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• CGPA conversion formula
• NOC (for Govt./PSU employees)
• Two passport-size photographs (at the interview stage)

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Selection Process: DRDO DYSL AI JRF Recruitment 2026

• Shortlisting based on GATE score / qualifying degree marks
• Personal Interview / Online Interview
• An interview may be conducted in person or via video conferencing
• Final selection is at the sole discretion of the DYSL-AI Selection Committee

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Important Instructions

• Only candidates with a degree or a provisional certificate are eligible
• No TA/DA will be paid for the interview or joining
• Fellowship can be terminated with one month’s notice
• Candidates must produce original documents at the interview
• Selected fellows may be permitted to pursue a part-time PhD with approval
• DRDO reserves the right to amend, modify, or cancel the recruitment

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FAQs

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Important Links

• Official Website
• Application Form

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