The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, invites applications from talented and motivated Indian nationals for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha. The fellowship offers an excellent opportunity to work in defence-related research through an online interview selection process.

Position Details

• Post: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
• Organization: DRDO, PXE, Chandipur
• Number of Positions: 02
• Location: Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha
• Mode of Interview: Online (Video Conference)

Subject Area

• Electronics & Communication Engineering

Eligibility Criteria

• Essential Qualification:
  • B.E/B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering with first division and a valid GATE score.
  • M.E/M.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering with first division at both graduate and postgraduate levels.
• Age Limit: Maximum 28 years as of the last date of application (Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates).

Stipend

• Monthly Stipend: ₹37,000 per month plus HRA and medical facilities as per rules.

Fellowship Duration

• The initial duration of the fellowship is 2 years, which may be extended and upgraded to Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) as per DRDO rules.

Application Process

• Interested candidates must download the application form from the official DRDO website www.drdo.gov.in.
• The filled application form, along with a recent passport-size photograph and self-attested copies of educational certificates, must be sent via email to admin.pxe@gov.in.
• Last Date: The application must be submitted before 08 October 2024.
• Interview Date: The online interview is tentatively scheduled for 22 October 2024 (0900 hrs onwards).

Selection Process

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on their qualifications and GATE score.
• The final selection will be through an online interview via video conferencing.

General Instructions

1. Age Relaxation: Age relaxation is applicable as per Government norms—5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates.
2. Caste Certificate: SC/ST/OBC candidates must produce original caste certificates issued by a competent authority.
3. No TA/DA: No travel or dearness allowance will be provided at the time of joining.
4. Employment NOC: Candidates employed in government departments or PSUs must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of joining.
5. Verification: The original documents will be verified during joining.
6. Offer of Fellowship: The fellowship does not guarantee absorption into DRDO.
7. Discretion of Selection Committee: Admission to the fellowship program is at the discretion of the selection committee.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply: 08 October 2024
• Interview Date: 22 October 2024 (0900 hrs onwards)