DRDO (15 Fellowship) for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology candidates

The Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS), a specialized laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is dedicated to advancing the readiness, preparedness, and strategic resilience of the armed forces against radiological threats. The institute focuses on the development of radiation countermeasures with its mission of "Atom for Peace" and "Peace from Atom". INMAS plays a critical role in quickly estimating absorbed radiation doses for effective triage and advising first responders and Quick Response Teams (QRTs) on immediate remedial actions. It also provides tailored cbRNe training modules for military, paramilitary, elite forces, and national organizations handling security crisis. Furthermore, the institute explores the neural bases of cognitive and behavioural traits crucial to military performance, aiming to safeguard the health and wellbeing of soldiers and first responders in environments with ionizing radiation and other occupational hazards.

INMAS invites applications from young and meritorious Indian nationals, who desire to pursue defence related research as Research Associate (RA) & Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in following subjects & research areas

DRDO Research Associate (RA) (04 posts)

Post Code : RA-01
Research Associate – 02 Positions
Subject / Discipline : Life Sciences
PhD in Life Sciences/ Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Molecular Biology Desirable Experience: Experience in Cell Cultures Molecular Biology, Techniques including RT-PCR & cloning. Cellular Imaging. Pre-clinical studies, Microbial Techniques, Biochemical Techniques. Experience in LC-MS / Lipidomics / metabolomics. Validation / identification of markers (lipid / metabolite / enzyme based).
15th July 2026

Post Code : RA-02
Research Associate – 01 Position
Subject / Discipline : Chemistry
Essential Qualification :PhD in Material Science / Chemistry / Chemical Science
Desirable Experience : Nanomaterials for biomedical & defence applications, polymer/ biomaterial/ composite material development, analytical/ spectroscopy/ microscopy techniques & instrumentation.
Date of Interview : 17th July 2026

Post Code : RA-03
Research Associate – 01 Position
Subject / Discipline : Pharmaceutical Sciences
Essential Qualification : Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences / Pharmaceutics / Pharmacology / Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Medicinal Chemistry / Pharmacy or allied disciplines.
Desirable Experience : Candidate with following research experience will be given preference: - Experience in Screening, characterization, processes & development of formulations.
Date of Interview : 20th July 2026

DRDO Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) (11 Posts)

Post Code : JRF- 01
Junior Research Fellow : (DRDO fellowship) – 05 Positions
Subject / Discipline : Life Sciences
Essential Qualification :First Class M.Sc. in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Molecular Biology / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Biomedical Sciences with NET (JRF/LS) qualification from any recognized National Agency. OR First Class B.Tech. in Biotechnology / Biomedical Sciences / Biomedical Engineering with a valid GATE score. OR First Class M.E./M.Tech. in Biotechnology / Biomedical Sciences / Biomedical Engineering at both Graduate and Post Graduate levels. (NET/GATE exempted as per applicable guidelines.)
Date of Interview : 20th July 2026

Post Code : JRF- 02
Junior Research Fellow : (DRDO fellowship) – 04 Positions
Subject / Discipline : Chemistry
Essential Qualification : First Class M.Sc. in Chemistry / Nanotechnology / Chemical Sciences / Computational Chemistry / polymer Sciences/ Material Sciences with NET (JRF/LS) qualification from any approved National agency Or First Class B.Tech with valid GATE score in Chemical Engineering Or M.E./M.Tech in Chemical Engineering in First Class at Graduate and Post Graduate level (M.E./ M.Tech. is exempted from NET/GATE as per guidelines.)
Date of Interview : 22nd July 2026

Post Code : JRF- 03
Junior Research Fellow : (DRDO fellowship) – 01 Position
Subject / Discipline : Pharmaceutics
Essential Qualification :First Class M.Pharm. / M.S. (Pharm.) / M.Tech. (Pharm.) in Pharmaceutics / Pharmaceutical Sciences / Pharmacology / Pharmacology & Toxicology / Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Medicinal Chemistry with NET/GPAT qualification from any approved National Agency.
Date of Interview : 23rd July 2026

Post Code : JRF- 04
Junior Research Fellow : (DRDO fellowship) – 01 Position
Subject / Discipline : Dental Sciences
Essential Qualification : First Class in Bachelor in Dental Science (BDS) from a recognized university/institution. Candidates must possess valid registration with the Dental Council of India (DCI) / State Dental Council.
Date of Interview : 24th July 2026

Note:- Candidates having their own fellowship from any government agencies like CSIR/UGC/DST INSPIRE/DBT etc. & essential qualification can appear as per date of interview and will also be considered for Junior Research Fellowship position. However, these positions are apart from DRDO Fellowship.

General Conditions
1) For the Post Code RA-01 to RA-03 :
i. Age : Maximum of 35 years for RA post as on the closing date of receipt of applications. 5 years’ relaxation to SC/ST candidates, 3 years to OBC candidates, and other entitled categories as per govt. rules.
ii. Emolument : Rs.67000/- plus HRA as per rules applicable in DRDO, during the entire tenure (02 years, non-extendable as per guidelines). The HRA shall be admissible as per govt rules. Contingency grant up to a maximum of Rs.20,000/- per annum during the entire tenure.
iii. Tenure: Tenure of RA would be limited to a maximum period of two years.
iv. Only those candidates who have been awarded a Degree / Provisional Degree certificate are eligible to apply.

2) For the Post Code JRF-01 to JRF-04 :
i. Age : Maximum of 28 years for JRF post as on the closing date of receipt of applications. 5 years’ relaxation to SC/ST candidates, 3 years to OBC candidates, and other entitled categories as per govt. rules.
ii. Emolument : Rs. 37000/- + HRA per month for 1st and 2nd year as per rules applicable in DRDO. Rs. 42,000/- p.m. for rest tenure, if extended as SRF. The HRA shall be admissible as per govt rules. Contingency grant up to a maximum of Rs.15,000/- per annum for 2 years as JRF. The contingency grant will be increased to Rs.20,000/- per annum for the subsequent years as SRF.
iii. Tenure : Tenure of JRF would be limited to a maximum period of five years. Selected JRF would work initially for first two years as JRF and would subsequently be elevated as SRF for the remaining three years, subject to satisfactory performance, assessed annually as per DRDO guidelines

General Instructions
1. How to Apply: After ensuring all the eligibility conditions, Application form can be downloaded from the website www.drdo.gov.in 2. NET/GATE/GPAT qualification where ever prescribed, and certificates of OBC/SC/ST should be valid as on the closing date of receipt of application.
3. The candidate should send scanned copy of duly filled signed application form (Typed, not Handwritten) along with supporting documents (educational qualification, matriculation certificate in support of date of birth, GATE/NET score card valid as on closing date of application, caste certificate, if applicable) to research-academic@gov.in 4. The scanned file should be in a single PDF file [File name should be: POST CODE_YOUR NAME]
5. Applications not submitted in the prescribed format (Annexure ‘A’) shall be summarily rejected.
6. The last date to send an online application form by email is 30th June 2026.
7. Shortlisted candidates will be communicated through email to appear for the interview.
8. Candidates should bring Application form along with original certificates/ testimonials with complete bio-data on the date of interview & submit self-attested photocopies of the same, failing which the candidate will not be allowed to appear for the interview.
9. Reporting time is 0800h-0930h on the date of Interview, at Main Gate Reception, INMAS, Timarpur, Delhi. Late comers will not be allowed.
10. Written Test may be conducted for RAs/JRFs (depending on the number of candidates appearing on the date of interview) and only those candidates who qualify in the written test shall be interviewed on the same day.

11. The shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on the date mentioned against the post.
12. The selected candidate(s) may be allowed to register for PhD with any recognized University/Institution during the tenure of fellowship.
13. Candidates presently employed in Government Departments/ PSU's/ Autonomous Bodies will be required to produce NOC at the time of interview.
14. Please note: Electronic items like smart/ mobile phones/pen drive/ laptop/ CD-ROM etc. are strictly not allowed inside INMAS Campus.
15. Antecedents of candidates will be verified again at the time of joining, if selected. 16. No TA/DA will be paid for attending an interview or for joining, if selected.
17. The number of vacancies may change as per organizational requirement without any prior notice.
18. It may be noted that mere offer of fellowship does not confer on fellows any right of absorption in DRDO.
19. No candidate shall claim admission as a matter of right. The admission shall be entirely at the discretion of the Selection Committee of the Institute, which may refuse to admit any candidate without assigning any reason thereof.
20. Director INMAS reserves the right to scrap the whole selection process anytime, without any prior information and reason assigned therefor.
21. Applicants are advised to monitor DRDO website for any updates/changes.

How to reach the venue of Interview : INMAS is located 1 km from Vishwavidyalaya Metro station, Delhi towards Timarpur area/ Opposite to University of Delhi (North Campus) & Nearest Landmark is SBI ATM SSPL Branch, Timarpur, Delhi-110054.