DRDO CFEES JRF Recruitment 2026 | 9 Vacancies | ₹37,000 + HRA | Walk-in Interview

DRDO CFEES JRF Recruitment 2026

The Centre for Fire, Explosive and Environment Safety (CFEES), a premier laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) under the Ministry of Defence, has invited applications for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellows (JRFs) through a Walk-in Interview.

The recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for young engineering graduates to work on cutting-edge defence research projects related to fire safety, explosives, environmental protection, and defence technologies.

Recruitment Highlights

• Organization: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
• Laboratory: Centre for Fire, Explosive and Environment Safety (CFEES)
• Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
• Total Vacancies: 09
• Mode of Recruitment: Walk-in Interview
• Job Location: Timarpur, Delhi
• Type of Appointment: Temporary Fellowship

Vacancy Details

Fellowship

• Monthly Fellowship: ₹37,000 + HRA

Educational Qualification

Candidates should possess:

Chemical Engineering

• B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering (First Division)
• Valid NET/GATE qualification

Mechanical Engineering

• B.E./B.Tech or M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (First Division)
• Valid NET/GATE qualification

Civil Engineering

• B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering (First Division)
• Valid NET/GATE qualification

Electronics Engineering

• B.E./B.Tech or M.Tech in Electronics Engineering (First Division)
• Valid NET/GATE qualification

Computer Engineering

• B.E./B.Tech in Computer Engineering (First Division)
• Valid NET/GATE qualification

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 28 Years

Age relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 Years
• OBC: 3 Years

As per Government of India rules.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on:

• Walk-in Interview
• Document Verification

There will be no written examination.

Documents Required

Candidates should bring:

• Duly filled application form (Appendix 'A')
• Recent passport-size photographs
• Original educational certificates and mark sheets
• NET/GATE certificate
• Experience certificates (if applicable)
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Government employees must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.

Interview Venue

Centre for Fire, Explosive and Environment Safety (CFEES)

Brig. S. K. Mazumdar Marg,

Timarpur,

Delhi – 110054

Reporting Time: As mentioned in the official notification.

Important Dates

• Chemical Engineering & Mechanical Engineering: 04 August 2026
• Civil, Electronics & Computer Engineering: 05 August 2026

Important Instructions

• Candidates must report on time with all original documents.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
• No hostel or accommodation will be provided.
• The fellowship is purely temporary and does not guarantee permanent employment in DRDO.

Why Apply?

• Fellowship of ₹37,000 + HRA.
• Opportunity to work in one of DRDO's premier laboratories.
• Exposure to advanced defence research and development.
• Excellent platform for candidates aspiring for research careers.