Science in Defense: DRDO Announces Junior Research Fellowships for Pharmacy Graduates

The Defence Research Laboratory (DRL), a premier unit of the DRDO located in Tezpur, Assam, is opening its doors to young scientists. Applications are now invited for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions, offering pharmacy professionals a chance to conduct high-impact research supporting the health and operational efficiency of India’s defense forces.

Research That Protects the Frontlines

Working at DRL Tezpur means engaging in diverse scientific challenges tailored to military needs. The fellowship focuses on:

Vector-Borne Diseases: Developing strategies to combat malaria and other insect-borne threats.
Life Support Systems: Enhancing drinking water quality and waste management in extreme environments.
High-Altitude Innovation: Protective cultivation and horticulture for troops stationed in border regions.
Pharmaceutical Development: Creating specialized products for field use by the army.

Fellowship Details at a Glance

Feature	Details
Positions	05 Junior Research Fellows (JRF)
Qualifications	M.Pharm / M.S(Pharm) / M.Tech in Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, or Pharma Chemistry.
Monthly Stipend	Rs. 37,000/- + House Rent Allowance (HRA).
Age Limit	28 years (Relaxations available for SC/ST/OBC).
Duration	Initially 2 years; extendable up to 4 years based on performance.

How to Join the Ranks

The selection process is direct and merit-based, involving a screening of credentials followed by a walk-in interview.

Advance Application: Interested candidates must email their CV (Appendix ‘A’) to hrd.drl@gov.in by May 12, 2026.
The Interview: A walk-in interview will be held on May 19, 2026, at the Solmara Military Station in Tezpur.
Reporting: Candidates must arrive between 09:30 and 10:00 AM. Access will be closed after 10:00 AM sharp.

Important Requirements

Originals Only: You must present your original degree/provisional certificates, AADHAR card, and your Master’s thesis/published papers at the time of the interview.
NOC: Candidates already working in government departments or PSUs must provide a “No Objection Certificate.”
No TA/DA: No travel or daily allowance will be provided for attending the interview.