Overview The Centre for Fire, Explosive and Environment Safety (CFEES), a premier laboratory under DRDO, Ministry of Defence, has announced a walk-in interview recruitment drive for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions. A total of 9 vacancies are open across Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, and Computer Engineering disciplines. Candidates with NET/GATE qualification and a First Division graduate degree can attend the interview directly — no online application process is required.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Interview — Chemical & Mechanical Engineering posts | 04/08/2026 |
| Walk-in Interview — Civil, Electronics & Computer Engineering posts | 05/08/2026 |
| Reporting Time | 0900 hours |
Vacancy Details
| Sr. No. | Post/Discipline | Number of Fellowships |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | JRF (Chemical Engineering) | 04 |
| 02 | JRF (Mechanical Engineering) | 02 |
| 03 | JRF (Civil Engineering) | 01 |
| 04 | JRF (Electronics Engineering) | 01 |
| 05 | JRF (Computer Engineering) | 01 |
| Total | 09 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Chemical Engineering: Graduate Degree in Chemical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in First Division with NET/GATE qualification
- Mechanical Engineering: Graduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech) in First Division with NET/GATE qualification
- Civil Engineering: Graduate Degree in Civil Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in First Division with NET/GATE qualification
- Electronics Engineering: Graduate Degree in Electronics Engineering (B.Tech/BE/M.Tech) in First Division with NET/GATE qualification
- Computer Engineering: Graduate Degree in Computer Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in First Division with NET/GATE qualification
- Age Limit: Maximum 28 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC as per government rules)
Salary/Pay Scale Selected candidates will receive a stipend of Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA. These positions are purely temporary in nature, and the fellowship does not confer any right to absorption or regular appointment in DRDO.
How to Apply
- Download and duly fill the application form (Appendix 'A').
- Attach attested copies of mark sheets, certificates, caste certificate, experience certificates, and publications (if any).
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the top right corner of Appendix 'A'.
- Candidates currently employed in Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies must carry a 'No Objection Certificate'.
- Carry all original certificates and testimonials for verification at the time of interview.
- Report at DROMI, Brig. S. K. Mazumdar Marg, Timarpur, Delhi-110054, at 0900 hours on the applicable date (04/08/2026 or 05/08/2026, depending on discipline).
- Note: DROMI is located between Mall Road and Khalsa College (off Ring Road), near Delhi Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station (North Campus).
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or joining, and no government accommodation will be provided to selected candidates.



