DRDO VRDE JRF Recruitment 2025: Walk-in-Interview for 11 Fellowships
Vehicle Research and Development Establishment (VRDE)
Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
Total Vacancy
11
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Short Description: DRDO VRDE JRF Recruitment 2025
Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
DRDO VRDE JRF Recruitment 2025 Notification. Vehicle Research and Development Establishment (VRDE), Ahmednagar, under the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), invites applications from young and meritorious Indian nationals for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). Interested candidates are invited for a walk-in interview at the VRDE campus.
Important Dates & Application Fees: DRDO VRDE JRF Recruitment 2025
- Application Begin: Ongoing
- Walk-in Interview Dates:
- Computer Science Engineering (CSE): 21 April 2025
- Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE): 22 April 2025
- Electrical Engineering (EE): 23 April 2025
- Admit Card: Not applicable (Direct walk-in interview)
- Examination Date: As above (Interview schedule)
- Application Fee:
- General/EWS/OBC: Rs. 0/-
- SC/ST/PH/Women: Rs. 0/-
- Mode of Payment: Not applicable (Free application)
Posts, Vacancy, Age Limit, Pay Scale, and Qualification Details: DRDO VRDE JRF Recruitment 2025
| Post Name / Pay Scale | Total Vacancies | Educational Qualification |
| Computer Science Engineering (CSE) | 04 | BE/B.Tech in CSE/Automation/AI & ML/Data Science/AI & DS/Information Science with First Division and valid GATE score OR ME/M.Tech in the above disciplines in First Division at both Graduate and Post-graduate level. |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 04 | BE/B.Tech in Electronics/ECE/Telecommunication/Electronics & Control with First Division and valid GATE score OR ME/M.Tech in the above disciplines in First Division at both Graduate and Post-graduate level. |
| Electrical Engineering (EE) | 03 | BE/B.Tech in Electrical/Power System/Electrical & Electronics/Power Electronics with First Division and valid GATE score OR ME/M.Tech in the above disciplines in First Division at both Graduate and Post-graduate level. |
Note:
- Stipend: 37000/-
- Age Limit: Maximum 28 years as on the interview date.
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (Non-creamy layer).
- Cut-off Date for Age Calculation: As per the respective interview date.
How to Apply: DRDO VRDE JRF Recruitment 2025
- Download the application form from the official website: www.drdo.gov.in.
- Fill out the application form in your own handwriting.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience, caste certificate (if applicable), and a passport-size photograph.
- Bring all original documents for verification on the interview date.
- Report at VRDE, PO: Vahannagar, Ahmednagar – 414 006 (Maharashtra) at 09:00 hrs on the scheduled date.
Important Points for Candidates: DRDO VRDE JRF Recruitment 2025
- Applications will be accepted between 09:00 hrs to 10:00 hrs only.
- Shortlisting of eligible candidates will be done between 10:00 hrs to 11:00 hrs.
- Interviews for shortlisted candidates will commence from 11:00 hrs onwards.
Documents Required: DRDO VRDE JRF Recruitment 2025
- Duly fill out the application form.
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates.
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Passport-size photograph affixed on the application form.
- Government-issued photo ID proof (Aadhar Card/PAN Card/Passport).
Selection Process: DRDO VRDE JRF Recruitment 2025
- Walk-in Interview (may extend to the next day if the number of candidates is large).
Important Instructions: DRDO VRDE JRF Recruitment 2025
- Candidates arriving after 10:00 hrs will not be allowed to participate.
- Electronic devices such as mobile phones, laptops, and smartwatches are strictly prohibited inside the VRDE campus.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Candidates currently employed in government departments, PSUs, or autonomous bodies must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
FAQs: DRDO VRDE JRF Recruitment 2025
Can I apply online for this recruitment?
No, candidates must attend the walk-in interview in person with all required documents.
What is the stipend amount for JRF?
The selected candidates will receive Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA as admissible.
Can candidates without a valid GATE score apply for this recruitment?
No, a valid GATE score is mandatory for BE/B.Tech candidates. ME/M.Tech candidates do not require a GATE score but must meet the educational qualification criteria.
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For further inquiries, contact 0241-2544004 extn 4276 (HRD, Shri. NR Bhole, Technical Officer ‘C’) during working hours (Monday to Friday, 09:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs).
