DRDO-DIPAS Microbiology/ Agricultural Sciences Research Fellow Posts – Applications Invited
Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences (DIPAS), DRDO
Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi-110054
URL: http://www.drdo.gov.in
Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences (DIPAS) invites applications for Research Associate / Junior Research Fellows
Advertisement No.: DIPAS/HRD/RA&JRF/01/2025-26
Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences (DIPAS), Delhi, a premier Institute of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), provides an excellent opportunity for young and motivated researchers to pursue a career in soldier support system research. Applications are invited from young and meritorious Indian nationals who desire to pursue research as Research Associate (RA) and Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in ongoing and futuristic research projects of DIPAS and its cell DIBER at Haldwani, for the following positions:
| S. No. | Post Code | Vacancies | Subject / Discipline | Essential Qualifications | Desirable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | JRF-11 | 01 Position (at Haldwani) | Agriculture Science (Horticulture / Vegetable Sciences / Olericulture / Plant Pathology / Agronomy) | First Class M.Sc. in Agriculture Science (Horticulture / Vegetable Sciences / Olericulture / Plant Pathology / Agronomy) with valid NET/GATE score | – |
| 13 | JRF-12 | 01 Position (at Haldwani) | Microbiology | First Class M.Sc. in Microbiology with valid NET/GATE score | Candidate with experience of gene editing technologies will be given preference |
Application procedure:
Eligible candidates may send duly filled, ink signed application forms along with complete bio-data in the prescribed format and self-attested photocopies of relevant documents through registered post to Head, HR Division, DIPAS, DRDO, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi-110054.
General Conditions:
1) For the Post Code RA-01:
i. Stipend: Rs. 67000/- plus HRA as per rules applicable in DRDO.
ii. Tenure: Tenure of RA would be limited to a maximum period of two years.
iii. Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis are eligible to apply for RA position. However, the candidate must produce the provisional Ph.D. degree certificate or awarded Ph.D. degree at the time of interview.
iv. Age Limit: The upper age limit for RA position is 35 years as on the closing date for the receipt of applications. The upper age limit shall be relaxable for the candidates belonging to SC/ST and OBC as per Govt of India rules.
2) For the Post Code JRF-01 to JRF-13:
i. Stipend: Rs. 37000/- plus HRA as per rules applicable in DRDO.
ii. Candidates possessing degree / provisional degree certificate are only eligible to apply.
iii. Tenure: The tenure of JRF would be limited to a maximum period of five years. Selected JRFs will work as JRF for first two years and will be promoted as SRF for the remaining three years, subjected to satisfactory performance assessed annually as per DRDO guidelines.
iv. The selected JRFs may be permitted to register for a Ph.D. program (As per UGC norms).
v. Age Limit: The upper age limit for JRF position is 28 years as on the closing date for the receipt of applications. The upper age limit shall be relaxable for the candidates belonging to SC/ST and OBC as per Govt of India rules.
How to Apply:
- Application form can be downloaded from the website www.drdo.gov.in and the candidate should send ink signed copy of duly filled application form along with bio-data and supporting documents to Head, HR Division, DIPAS, DRDO, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi-110054, through registered post. (NOTE: Post Code as per the advertisement should be written on the envelope and the application form. Applications without post code as per advertisement and incomplete/partially filled will be rejected).
- Last date of receipt of application form is 21st July 2025 (1700 hrs).
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed through e-mail to appear for the interview.
- Reporting time shall be 0900 – 1000 hrs on the date of interview, at the main gate reception of DIPAS, Timarpur, Delhi-110054. Late comers will not be allowed at any cost.
- Candidates must carry original certificates/testimonials and a set of supporting documents with respect to qualifications and experience, for verification at the time of interview.
- Candidates presently employed in Government Departments/PSUs/Autonomous Bodies will be required to produce NOC issued by their employer at the time of interview.
- Please note that electronic items like Smartphone/Mobile phone/Pendrive/Laptop/CD-ROM etc. are not allowed inside DIPAS premises.
- TA/DA may be claimed by the candidate as per the actual train/bus fare by the shortest route limited to sleeper class railway fare subject to verification of travel documents/travel tickets.
- Number of vacancies may change as per organizational requirement without any prior notice.
- This is a temporary research position offered by DIPAS, DRDO.
- It may be noted that mere offer of fellowship does not confer any right of absorption in DRDO.
- 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.
- Director DIPAS reserves the right to scrap the whole selection process anytime, without any prior information and reason assigned therefor.
14) How to reach the venue of Interview:
DIPAS is located at a distance of 1 km from Vishwavidyalaya Metro station, Delhi towards Timarpur area and nearest landmark is RAC Guest House, DRDO, Timarpur, Delhi-110054.
15) Contact details:
Phone No.: 011-23883111
Email id: [email protected]
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