DRDO NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026: The Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory, under DRDO (Defence Research & Development Organisation), Government of India, has announced a walk-in notification in Kochi, Kerala. Students from various disciplines can apply for the NPOL Research Fellowships Recruitment drive 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can read more details below
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DRDO NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026:
| Organization Name | Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory- Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO NPOL) |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Salary | ₹37,000/Month* |
| Experience | Freshers |
| Batch | 2026 and below |
| Job Location | Kochi, Kerala |
| Walk-in Interview Date |
10th October 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Time | 09:30 hours |
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DRDO NPOL JRF Walk-in Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualifications
Computer Science & Engineering
- B.E/B.Tech in Computer Science Engg in 1st Division with valid GATE qualification.
OR - M.E/M.Tech in Computer Science Engg in 1st Division both at Graduate* and Post Graduate level.
Mechanical Engineering
- BE/B. Tech in Mechanical Engg in 1st Division with valid GATE qualification.
OR - ME/M.Tech in Mechanical Engg in 1st Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level.
Chemical Engineering/ Rubber Technology/ Polymer Technology/ Nanotechnology/ Materials Science
- BE/B. Tech in Chemical Engineering/ Rubber Technology/ Polymer Technology/ Nanotechnology/ Materials Science in 1st Division with valid GATE qualification.
OR - ME/M.Tech in Chemical Engineering/ Rubber Technology/ Polymer Technology/ Nanotechnology/ Materials Science in 1st Division both at Graduate* and Post Graduate level.
Opto Electronics
- BE/B. Tech in Opto Electronics in 1st Division with valid GATE qualification.
OR - ME/M.Tech in Opto Electronics in 1st Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level.
OR - BE/B. Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engg/ Electronics & Communication Engg (with at least one paper on Fibre Optics/ Optoelectronics/ Laser Technologies) in 1st Division with valid GATE qualification
Electrical & Electronics Engineering/ Electronics & Communication Engineering/ Instrumentation Engineering
- BE/B. Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engg/ Electronics & Communication Engg/ Instrumentation Engineering in 1st Division with valid GATE qualification.
OR - ME/M.Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engg/ Electronics & Communication Engg/ Instrumentation Engineering in 1st Division both at Graduate* and Post Graduate level.
Physics
- Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science pertaining to the subject/discipline in 1st Division with valid NET/GATE qualification
Oceanography/ Ocean Technology/ Meteorology
- Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science pertaining to the subject/discipline in 1st Division with valid NET/GATE qualification
OR - ME/M.Tech in Oceanography/ Ocean Technology/ Meteorology in 1st Division both at Graduate* and Post Graduate level
Age Limit for DRDO NPOL JRF Recruitment:
- The upper age limit for all the above fellowships is a maximum of 28 years as on the date of the walk-in interview.
DRDO NPOL JRF Recruitment- Selection process:
- The selection process will be based on a walk-in interview basis.
Job Vacancy 2026 of DRDO NPOL JRF:
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | Anticipated |
| Mechanical Engineering | 04 |
| Chemical Engineering / Rubber Technology / Polymer Technology / Nanotechnology / Materials Science | Anticipated |
| Opto Electronics | Anticipated |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Instrumentation Engineering | Anticipated |
| Physics | Anticipated |
| Oceanography / Ocean Technology / Meteorology | Anticipated |
How to Apply for DRDO NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026?
- Interested candidates may appear for a Walk-in Interview
- They are required to produce all certificates/testimonials/Community certificate/valid GATE/NET scorecard, etc. in original at the time of Interview.
- They must also bring a set of self-attested copies of all their testimonials/certificates and an ID proof (Voter’s ID/Aadhaar card/PAN card/Driving License) in original, along with one recent colour passport-size photograph at the time of the interview
- Address for the DRDO NPOL JRF Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Interview: Bhavan’s Varuna Vidyalaya in the campus of NAVAL PHYSICAL & OCEANOGRAPHIC LABORATORY, THRIKKAKARA P.O., KOCHI 682021.
- E-mail to send the Application Form: [email protected]
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