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
| Discipline | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 03 |
| Electronics / ECE | 02 |
| Computer Science Engineering | 01 |
| Instrumentation / Electronics & Instrumentation | 01 |
| Total Vacancies | 07 |
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
- Phone: 0891-2586403 / 6404
- Email: admin.dept.nstl@gov.in
- Official Notification PDF: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
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