Age Limit
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST Applicants | 5 |
| OBC Applicants | 3 |
| PwBD (Gen/EWS) Applicants | 10 |
| PwBD (SC/ST) Applicants | 15 |
| PwBD (OBC) Applicants | 13 |
| Ex-Servicemen Applicants | As per Govt. Policy |
DRDO Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (DRDO NSTL) is inviting applications for 7 Junior Research Fellow positions in various fields including Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, and Instrumentation Engineering. Interested candidates can attend the walk-in interview starting from January 30, 2026, until February 26, 2026. This is a great opportunity for aspiring researchers to join a prestigious organization and contribute to innovative projects. Read below for complete details.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST Applicants | 5 |
| OBC Applicants | 3 |
| PwBD (Gen/EWS) Applicants | 10 |
| PwBD (SC/ST) Applicants | 15 |
| PwBD (OBC) Applicants | 13 |
| Ex-Servicemen Applicants | As per Govt. Policy |
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹10 |
| SC/ST/PWD/Female | Nil / Free |
Candidates can apply walk-in through the official DRDO Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (DRDO NSTL) website. Visit the official notification link to complete the application process before the deadline.
The last date to apply for NSTL Junior Research Fellow 2026 is 26 Feb 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid any technical issues.
The salary for NSTL Junior Research Fellow 2026 is ₹37,000 per month.
The age limit for NSTL Junior Research Fellow 2026 is 28 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
The application fee for NSTL Junior Research Fellow 2026 is: General/OBC: ₹10, SC/ST/PWD/Female: ₹NIL. Fee payment can be made through the official portal.
The educational qualification required for NSTL Junior Research Fellow 2026 is: B.E./ B.Tech or M.E./ M.Tech. Candidates must have completed the required qualification from a recognized university/board.