DRDO Young Scientist Laboratory ,Chennai wanted Junior Research Fellows (JRF)

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DRDO Young Scientist Laboratory- Cognitive technology is constituted of young scientists to do extensive research and development in the cognitive radio, cognitive radar and cognitive surveillance fields. The lab has association of eminent institutes like, IIT, Central & State Universities and other leading academic institutions. Lab invites applications from candidates having strong desire to pursue research in the area of innovative technology and possessing qualifications as under, for the position of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF). Initially, the fellowship shall be for a period of two years which is be extended for further two years, as per rules in force. The Competent Authority shall operate a panel of selected candidates for filling up the positions from both existing and likely to arise in the future as
well, in the order of merit/discipline for a period of one year from the date of declaration of panel list.

   

Date Posted: 17th August 2026

Hiring Organization: DRDO Young Scientist Laboratory

About Organization : Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) under the Department of Defence Research & Development (DD R&D) of Ministry of Defence, Govt of India, with a vision to empower India with cutting-edge defence technologies and a mission to achieve self-reliance in critical defence technologies and systems, while equipping our armed forces with state-of-the-art weapon systems and equipment in accordance with requirements laid down by the three Services. DRDO’s pursuit of self-reliance and successful indigenous development and production of strategic systems and platforms such as Agni and Prithvi series of missiles; light combat aircraft, Tejas; multi-barrel rocket launcher, Pinaka; air defence system, Akash; a wide range of radars and electronic warfare systems; etc., have given quantum jump to India’s military might, generating effective deterrence and providing crucial leverage.

Job Title: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Employment Type: Temporary

Qualifications: 

  • B.E. / B.Tech Degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Information Science or Equivalent Engineering Discipline in First Division from AICTE accredited Institute / University with CSIR-UGC (NET) / GATE Qualification.
    (or)
    Post Graduate Degree in professional course (M.E. / M.Tech) in Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Information Science or Equivalent Engineering Discipline in First Division both at Graduate & Post Graduate level and both from AICTE accredited Institute / University.
    (or)
    B.E. / B.Tech Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Telecommunication / Instrumentation Engineering or Equivalent Engineering Discipline in First Division from AICTE accredited Institute / University with CSIR – UGC (NET) / GATE qualification
    (or)
    Post Graduate Degree in professional course (M.E. / M.Tech) in Electrical / Electronics / Telecommunication / Instrumentation Engineering or Equivalent Engineering Discipline in First Division at Graduate & Post Graduate level and both from AICTE accredited Institute / University

Desirable Qualification:

  1. Proficiency in design and analysis of algorithms.
  2. Having excellent programming skills in C, C++, Python, and HMI development.
  3. Experience in utilizing opensource system development frameworks.
  4. Knowledge of Major Machine Learning Algorithms.
  5. Proficiency in Communication Engineering and DSP Algorithms.
  6. Having working knowledge of embedded systems and design.
  7. Exposure to Cognitive Technologies.

Job Location: Chennai, Tamilnadu

Salary: 

  • Rs.37000/- per month + HRA as applicable. No other allowances will be paid during the entire period

Upper Age Limit: 28 years as on the last date of receipt of application. The upper age limit shall be relaxable to candidates from SC, ST and OBC (NCL) category as per Govt. rules in vogue.

Apply Mode: Email or Postal

How to Apply: 

  • The detailed advertisement with application form and other specimen formats are available in the website www.drdo.gov.in (> what’s New > Application for the post of JRF at DYSL-CT, Chennai). Interested candidates can also obtain the application form and other details through email: [email protected]
  • The duly filled-in application and self-attested copies of educational qualifications and experience should reach:
    The Director,
    DRDO Young Scientists Laboratory – Cognitive Technologies,
    Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO),
    E – Block, 5th Floor, IIT Madras Research Park,
    Taramani, Chennai-600113.
    Within 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News/ Newspaper.
  • Candidates sending application by post should write “Application for JRF Recruitment” on the top of the envelope.
    (or)
    The Application Form with supporting documents in PDF format can be sent to email: [email protected]

Address:

  • The Director,
    DRDO Young Scientists Laboratory – Cognitive Technologies,
    Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO),
    E – Block, 5th Floor, IIT Madras Research Park,
    Taramani, Chennai-600113.

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