DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2026: Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE) under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced a notification for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts in various disciplines. There are 16 openings available for this post. Candidates with B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech qualifications can apply for this post. Interested and eligible candidates can apply by post/email on or before 25 July 2026. The detailed eligibility criteria and application process for DRDO CVRDE Jobs are given below. Candidates can apply for the BEL Recruitment.
DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2026 – Details:
| Job Role | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Company Name | DRDO Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE) |
| Job category | TN Govt Jobs |
| Qualification | B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech |
| Experience | Freshers |
| Total Posts | 16 Posts |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000/- |
| Job Location | Chennai |
| Last Date | 25 July 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.drdo.gov.in/drdo/labs-and-establishments/combat-vehicles-research-development-estt-cvrde |
Detailed Eligibility for DRDO CVRDE Careers:
Educational Qualification:
Junior Research Fellow (JRF):
- B.E. / B.Tech with First Division from a recognized university with valid GATE score (OR)
- M.E/M.Tech with First Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level
- Discipline:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Computer Science Engineering
- Candidates having Degree from foreign universities should obtain equivalent certificate from the ‘Association of Indian Universities, Delhi)(No allied or equivalent Engineering discipline is acceptable)
Tenure: Fellowship is initially for a period of two years and extendable as per rules.
Age Limit (As on 25 July 2026):
- UR: Not exceeding 28 years
- OBC: Not exceeding 31 years
- SC/ST: Not exceeding 33 years
Salary Details:
- Rs. 37,000/- per month (Consolidated stipend/Consolidated Fellowship Emolument)
- HRA and medical facilities shall be admissible as per rules.
DRDO CVRDE Vacancies: 16 Posts
Junior Research Fellow (JRF):
- Mechanical Engineering: 07 Posts
- Electronics and Communication Engineering: 05 Posts
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering: 02 Posts
- Computer Science Engineering: 02 Posts
Selection Process of DRDO CVRDE Careers:
- The short listed candidates on the basis of the B.E / B.Tech /M.E/ M.Tech marks will appear for written test at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai – 600054.
- Candidates who do not qualify the Written test will not be considered for interview.
- In addition to the above, any other selection tool / test may be administered, at the sole discretion of the Director, CVRDE.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending written test and interview or for joining, if selected.
How to Apply for DRDO CVRDE Recruitment 2026?
Interested and eligible candidates can send the filled-in application form (as per the format given in Annexure-I) along with relevant documents to the following address by post/email on or before 25 July 2026. The Application Form with supporting documents in PDF format can be sent to the email ID pmhr.cvrde@gov.in
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Postal Address:
The Director
Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE)
Min of Defence,
DRDO,
Avadi Chennai- 600054
Documents to be enclosed:
- Self-attested certificates / testimonials for Date of Birth, Essential and Higher qualifications along with mark sheets, and GATE score, caste certificate, etc. If any document/certificate furnished are in a language other than English, a duly self-attested transcript in English of the same is to be attached.
- Candidates who are in regular service whether in permanent or temporary will be required to produce a “No Objection Certificate” (NOC) from the Cadre Controlling Authority/ present Employer at the time of Screening & Written Test (format enclosed).
Note: Candidates sending application by post should write “Application for JRF Recruitment-2026” on the top of the envelope.
DRDO CVRDE Jobs 2026 – FAQ’s:
Q1.What all are the vacancies available at DRDO CVRDE Recruitment?
Ans. At present, DRDO CVRDE has vacancies for Junior Research Fellow with 16 vacancies
Q2.Who can apply for DRDO CVRDE Vacancies?
Ans. Candidates who completed B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech in relevant fields are eligible to apply for DRDO CVRDE Recruitment
Q3.How to apply for DRDO CVRDE Recruitment?
Ans. All eligible candidates can apply by post/email on or before 25 July 2026
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