DRDO’s Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad has a research recruitment opportunity for 21 positions under Advertisement No. RFS/HRD/RCI/2026. Fresh coverage on 20 August has brought the recruitment into focus for engineering, science and research candidates.
The reported breakup is 19 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions and 2 Research Associate (RA) positions. These are research fellowships/associateships and should not be confused with permanent DRDO employment.
DRDO RCI Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation | DRDO – Research Centre Imarat, Hyderabad |
|---|---|
| Advertisement | RFS/HRD/RCI/2026 |
| Total positions | 21 |
| JRF | 19 |
| Research Associate | 2 |
| Application mode | Offline via Speed Post/Courier |
| Employment News publication date reported | 14 August 2026 |
| Application deadline | Within 30 days of publication; verify the official notice |
Disciplines Covered
The recruitment spans areas including Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics, Computer Science/IT, Mechanical, Aeronautical/Aerospace, Chemistry, Metallurgy and research areas involving AI/ML, physics and related technologies. Eligibility differs by post and discipline.
JRF Eligibility Check
Reported JRF routes include a first-class relevant B.E./B.Tech with a valid GATE score, or relevant postgraduate engineering qualification, with science disciplines subject to the qualification/test conditions in the notification. Do not assume that every engineering degree is eligible for every JRF code.
Research Associate Eligibility Check
RA positions require advanced research qualifications/experience. Candidates should match their PhD or postgraduate research profile to the exact research area stated in the official advertisement.
How to Apply
- Visit the official DRDO website and locate the RCI advertisement.
- Download the prescribed application format.
- Check the post code and discipline carefully.
- Attach the required self-attested academic, identity, category and score-card documents.
- Send the completed application through the mode and to the address specified in the official notice.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official DRDO Website | DRDO |
| Official Recruitment Notices | DRDO Careers |
| Application | Offline only — use the form/address in the official advertisement |
Research-oriented candidates may also review the recent DRDO CAIR JRF opportunity and DRDO DYSL-CT JRF recruitment.
FAQs
How many DRDO RCI positions are available?
The reported total is 21: 19 JRF and 2 Research Associate positions.
Is this a permanent DRDO job?
No. JRF and RA positions are research fellowships/associateships and do not automatically create a right to permanent absorption.
Can I apply online?
The advertisement is reported to require offline submission through Speed Post/Courier. Follow the official PDF exactly.
Is GATE required?
GATE/NET/SLET or postgraduate qualification requirements vary by discipline and route. Check the specific post code in the official notice.
Disclaimer
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