DRDO ADE Recruitment 2026: Research Career and Fellowship Vacancy Jobs @www.drdo.gov.in
The Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE), a premier laboratory of the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) located in Bengaluru, is inviting applications from meritorious Indian Nationals for Research Fellowships. This notification provides opportunities for candidates to engage in advanced aerospace research through Research Associate (RA) and Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions across multiple engineering disciplines.
Important Points
Organization: Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE), DRDO
Fellowship Types: Research Associate (RA) and Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Eligible Disciplines: Aeronautical, Mechanical, Electronics, Computer Science, and Material Engineering
Selection Method: Walk-in Interview and Screening Test
Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
The fellowship opportunities are distributed across various technical domains as follows:
Research Associate (Aero / Mechanical Engineering): 01 Vacancy
Research Associate (Aero / Electronics / Material Engineering): 01 Vacancy
Junior Research Fellow (Aeronautical Engineering): 03 Vacancies
Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering): 01 Vacancy
Junior Research Fellow (Computer Science Engineering): 01 Vacancy
Junior Research Fellow (Electronics & Communication Engineering): 01 Vacancy
Career Age Limit
The age requirements for the fellowships are calculated as of the closing date of application submission:
Research Associate: Maximum of 35 years.
Junior Research Fellow: Maximum of 28 years.
Relaxation: Age limits are relaxable for SC/ST and OBC candidates as per Government of India rules.
Fellowship Emoluments for Research Jobs
Successful candidates will receive monthly stipends along with applicable House Rent Allowance (HRA):
Research Associate: Rs. 67,000/- per month plus HRA.
Junior Research Fellow: Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA.
Tenure: JRF positions are initially for two years and extendable; RA positions are for a fixed tenure of two years.
Last Date and How to Apply for Vacancy
Interested candidates must submit their application form along with scanned copies of all required certificates (10th, 12th, Degree, GATE score, etc.) as a single PDF document. The application must be mailed to [email protected]. The submission window is open from 04 March 2026 to 24 March 2026. The PDF filename should start with the serial number of the post followed by the candidate's name.
Walk-In Interview for Recruitment 2026
Candidates are required to report at the venue for selection on the following dates:
JRF Selection: 07 April 2026 and 08 April 2026 (Reporting time: 0800-0830 Hrs).
RA Interview: 09 April 2026 (Reporting time: 0800-0830 Hrs).
Venue: ADE, DRDO, Raman Gate, Suranjandas Road, New Thippasandra Post, Bengaluru – 560075.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the final date for submitting the application via email? The deadline for email application submission is 24 March 2026.
Is a GATE score required for the JRF position? Yes, a valid GATE score is essential for candidates applying with a BE or B.Tech degree.
Where will the walk-in interviews be conducted? Interviews will be held at the ADE, DRDO campus at Raman Gate, Suranjandas Road in Bengaluru.
What is the monthly stipend for a Research Associate? Research Associates receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 67,000 plus applicable HRA.
Are candidates currently working in government bodies required to provide specific documents? Yes, candidates from Govt/Public Sector/Autonomous bodies must bring a "No Objection Certificate" (NOC) at the time of the interview.
What should be the format of the application file? The application and all supporting documents must be scanned into a single PDF file with the application form as the first page.
Will I receive TA/DA for attending the interview? No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the selection process.
Is there a screening test for JRF selection? A screening test may be conducted on 07 April 2026 if a large number of candidates report for the JRF selection.