DRDO DIPAS Recruitment 2025 – Join as Research Associate or Junior Research Fellow

The Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences (DIPAS), DRDO’s crucible of cutting-edge military research, seeks extraordinary researchers for its RA and JRF programs. This is your summons to the frontlines of defense science – where you’ll decode human endurance at crushing altitudes, forge intelligent combat exoskeletons, weave atomically-precise armor fabrics, and pioneer trauma innovations that pull warriors back from the brink.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: Immediate
• Last Date for Application Submission: 21st July 2025 (5:00 PM IST)
• Interview Dates: Will be communicated to shortlisted candidates via email

Application Fee

• No application fee is required for any of the positions

Vacancy Details

DIPAS is recruiting for the following research positions:

Eligibility Criteria

For Research Associate (RA-01)

• Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in Chemistry
• Age Limit: Maximum 35 years (relaxable as per government norms)
• Desirable: Experience in Electrolyte Chemistry and Gasification

For Junior Research Fellows (JRF-01 to JRF-13)

• Engineering Positions (JRF-01 to JRF-06, JRF-09, JRF-13):
  • First Class B.Tech/B.E. with valid GATE score OR
  • First Class M.E./M.Tech (GATE exemption applies)
• Science Positions (JRF-07,08,10-12):
  • First Class M.Sc. with valid NET/GATE score
• Age Limit: Maximum 28 years (relaxable as per government norms)

Pay Scale

• Research Associate (RA): ₹67,000/- per month + HRA
• Junior Research Fellow (JRF): ₹37,000/- per month + HRA

Selection Process

1. Application Screening: Verification of eligibility based on submitted documents
2. Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview at DIPAS, Delhi
3. Final Selection: Based on interview performance and document verification

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from DRDO website
2. Fill the form completely in blue/black ink
3. Attach self-attested copies of:
   • Educational certificates
   • GATE/NET scorecard (if applicable)
   • Caste certificate (if applicable)
   • ID proof
4. Send the application by registered post to: DIPAS – DRDO
5. Mention “Application for [Post Code] – DIPAS Recruitment 2025” on the envelope

Important Notes

• Operations entered after the deadline wo n’t be considered
• Candidates must bring original documents for verification during interview
• No TA/ DA will be handed for attending the interview
• Electronic devices are not permitted in the interview venue
• The tenure for RA is 2 years and for JRF is initially 2 years (extendable to 5 years based on performance)