DRDO NSTL Recruitment 2026: Walk-in Interview for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Apply Now

Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released an official notification for the Walk-in-Interview for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts at Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), Visakhapatnam. Eligible candidates with Engineering qualifications can attend the interview scheduled on 26 February 2026.


? Organization Details

  • Organization: Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
  • Laboratory: Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL)
  • Location: Vigyan Nagar, Visakhapatnam – 530027, Andhra Pradesh
  • Advertisement No.: NSTL/JRF/01/2026

? DRDO NSTL JRF Vacancy Details 2026

DisciplineNo. of Posts
Mechanical Engineering03
Electronics / ECE02
Computer Science Engineering01
Instrumentation / Electronics & Instrumentation01
Total Vacancies07

Note: Vacancies may increase or decrease based on administrative requirements.


? Educational Qualification

For B.E. / B.Tech Candidates:

  • First Division in relevant discipline
  • Valid NET or GATE score is mandatory

For M.E. / M.Tech Candidates:

  • First Division in both Graduation and Post-Graduation
  • Degree and PG must be in the same discipline

? JRF Salary / Fellowship Amount

  • ?37,000 per month
  • Plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per DRDO rules
  • Initially for 2 years, extendable as per norms

? Age Limit (as on Interview Date)

  • Maximum Age: 28 years
  • Age Relaxation:
    • SC / ST / OBC candidates as per Government of India rules

? Selection Process

  • Written Test (MCQs) – if required
  • Personal Interview
  • Final selection based on performance
  • A panel list will be prepared and valid for one year

? Walk-in Interview Schedule

  • Date: 26 February 2026
  • Reporting Time: 09:00 AM
  • Venue:
    Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL),
    Vigyan Nagar, Near N.A.D Junction,
    Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh – 530027

? Documents Required at Interview

Candidates must bring originals + one set of self-attested photocopies:

  • Educational certificates & mark sheets
  • Date of Birth proof (10th certificate)
  • NET/GATE score card (if applicable)
  • Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC, if applicable)
  • Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Passport)
  • Two recent passport size photographs
  • No Objection Certificate (for PSU/Autonomous body employees)

? Application / Examination Fee

  • ?10/- only
  • Payment Mode:
    • Indian Postal Order / Demand Draft
    • OR Online transfer to SBI NSTL Account
  • SC / ST / OBC candidates are exempted

?? Important Notes

  • No TA/DA will be paid
  • Fellowship does not guarantee absorption in DRDO
  • NSTL reserves the right to accept or reject applications

? Contact Details

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