The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has released the DRDO ITM JRF Notification 2025 for two Junior Research Fellow vacancies. Interested and eligible Indian nationals can appear for the walk-in interview on 30th October 2025 at ITM, Mussoorie.
The Institute of Technology Management (ITM), Mussoorie has invited applications for 02 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts. Interested candidates can send their application by email and attend the interview on 30th October 2025. To be eligible, applicants must hold a post graduate degree in science with NET, or a B.E./B.Tech with valid GATE score, or M.E./M.Tech in first division.
DRDO ITM JRF Recruitment 2025
The DRDO ITM JRF Recruitment 2025 offers young and meritorious candidates an opportunity to work in defence related research. Selection will be made through a direct walk-in interview. Candidates must ensure they meet the required qualifications and age limit as of the date of interview.
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DRDO ITM JRF Notification 2025 Overview
To join the DRDO ITM JRF 2025 programme, candidates must clear the walk-in interview. Selected fellows will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000. The fellowship is initially for 2 years, extendable up to 5 years based on performance.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Institute | Institute of Technology Management (ITM), Mussoorie |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Vacancies | 02 |
| Mode of Selection | Walk-in Interview |
| Interview Date | 30th October 2025 |
| Official Website | www.drdo.gov.in |
DRDO ITM JRF Vacancy 2025
| Type of Fellowship | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 02 |
DRDO ITM JRF Eligibility Criteria
The age and educational qualifications must be met by the candidates on the date of interview. Failing to meet these requirements will result in disqualification.
Educational Requirements
- Post Graduate degree in Science in first division with NET qualification, OR
- Graduate degree in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in first division with valid GATE score, OR
- Post Graduate degree in Engineering (M.E./M.Tech) in first division at both Graduate and Post Graduate level.
Age Limit (as on 30/10/2025)
- Maximum age: 28 years
- Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates.
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Fellowship & Tenure
- Monthly Stipend: Rs. 37,000/-
- Tenure: Initially 2 years, extendable up to 5 years based on performance as per DRDO rules.
DRDO ITM Junior Research Fellow Selection Process
- Selection will be purely on the basis of a walk-in interview.
- Candidates must bring the duly filled application form, recent passport size photograph, and one set of self-attested copies of educational certificates, mark sheets, and other supporting documents.
- Original certificates will be verified at the time of interview.
How to Apply for DRDO ITM JRF Vacancies 2025
Candidates must download the application form from the DRDO website and send the filled form in PDF format to [email protected] before the interview. On the day of interview, bring:
- Download the application form from www.drdo.gov.in.
- Fill the form in the prescribed format and email the PDF to [email protected] before the interview date.
- Carry a hard copy of the filled application with all required documents and extra passport size photos to the venue on the day of the interview.
DRDO ITM Junior Research Fellow Important Dates
Here are the key dates for DRDO ITM JRF Recruitment 2025. The official notification mentions that the interview will be held on the following date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | September 2025 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 30th October 2025 (Thursday) |
| Reporting Time | 09:30 AM |
| Venue | Reception, Main Gate, ITM, Landour Cantt., Mussoorie, Uttarakhand – 248179 |
FAQs for Institute of Technology Management JRF Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the interview date for DRDO ITM JRF Recruitment 2025?
The walk-in interview will be held on 30th October 2025 at ITM, Mussoorie.
Q2. What is the monthly stipend for DRDO ITM JRF 2025?
Selected fellows will receive a stipend of Rs. 37,000 per month.
Q3. What is the age limit for DRDO ITM JRF 2025?
The maximum age is 28 years, with relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates.