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DRDO CVRDE JRF Recruitment 2025

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CVRDE/JRF/HR/2025-26

Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), under DRDO, Ministry of Defence, invites bright, talented Indian nationals to join as Junior Research Fellows (JRF) for cutting-edge research in Armoured Fighting Vehicle (AFV) technologies. Located in Avadi, Chennai, CVRDE offers a dynamic environment for research in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, and Computer Engineering disciplines.

EventDate / Fee
Application Begins29/7/2025
Last Date to Apply18/8/2025
Admit CardTo be notified via email
Examination DateWill be intimated via email
Application FeeNo application fee required
Mode of PaymentNot Applicable
Post NamePay ScaleTotal VacancyEducational Qualification
Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering)₹37,000/month (Consolidated + HRA + medical facilities as per rules)4B.E/B.Tech (First Division) with valid GATE score OR M.E/M.Tech (First Division in UG & PG)
Junior Research Fellow (Electrical and Electronics Engineering)₹37,000/month2Same as above
Junior Research Fellow (Electronics and Communication Engineering)₹37,000/month1Same as above
Junior Research Fellow (Computer Science Engineering)₹37,000/month2Same as above; No allied or equivalent disciplines allowed

📌 Note:

  • Age Limit (as on the date of application):
    • UR: Not exceeding 28 years
    • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Not exceeding 31 years
    • SC/ST: Not exceeding 33 years
  • Age Relaxation:
    • As per Government norms for respective categories.
  • Cut-Off Date for Age Calculation:
    • As of the application submission date.

Interested candidates must submit the filled-in application form (Annexure I) either via post or email:

  • 📬 Postal Submission: Send the application and documents to:The Director, Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), Min of Defence, DRDO, Avadi, Chennai – 600054 (Write “Application for JRF Recruitment-2025” on the envelope.)
  • 📧 Email Submission: Applications with supporting documents in PDF format may be sent to [email protected]

Important: Applications must be received within 21 days from the date of publication in Employment News/National Newspapers.

Candidates must attach self-attested copies of the following:

  • Certificates for Date of Birth, Educational Qualifications (SSC onwards), Mark Sheets, and GATE Score
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • “No Objection Certificate” for candidates in service
  • English translations of documents not originally in English
  • A recent passport-size photograph (to be pasted on Annexure I)
  • Valid ID proof for interview (Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, PAN, etc.)

The selection for CVRDE JRF 2025 is based on:

  1. Screening: Based on marks in B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech.
  2. Written Test: Objective-type test conducted at CVRDE, Avadi
    • Only those who pass will be called for the interview
  3. Interview: Same day as the written test (bring original documents)
  4. Additional tests may be conducted at CVRDE’s discretion

⚠️ No TA/DA will be provided for attending the test/interview.

  • Candidates must ensure they meet eligibility criteria before applying.
  • Only those with valid degrees/provisional certificates are eligible.
  • Prior DRDO JRF awardees are not eligible to reapply.
  • Equivalent or allied engineering disciplines will not be accepted.
  • Shortlisted candidates will receive intimation via email only.
  • Candidates must carry original documents and one set of self-attested copies to the test venue.
  • Personal arrangements for travel and stay in Chennai must be made by candidates.
  • Fellowship is temporary and does not guarantee DRDO employment.

📌 CVRDE reserves full discretion in selection and may modify/cancel the recruitment process.

Can final-year students apply?

No. Only those with awarded degrees or valid provisional certificates are eligible.

Will travel or accommodation be provided for the exam?

No. Candidates must make their arrangements.

Can I apply if I have already held a DRDO JRF position earlier?

No. Previous recipients of JRF in any DRDO lab are not eligible.

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