DRDO RCI Jobs Notification 2024 for Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), Research Centre Imarat (RCI), has released its DRDO Notification 2024 for 22 positions of Research Associate (RA) and Junior Research Fellow (JRF) across India. The application process began on 27th September 2024 and will remain open until 26th October 2024.

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About DRDO RCI

Research Centre Imarat (RCI) is a Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) laboratory located in Hyderabad, Telangana. It specializes in the research and development of missile systems, guided weapons, and advanced avionics for the Indian Armed Forces. Established in 1988 by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, RCI has played a crucial role in India’s defense advancements. As of July 1, 2023, Anindya Biswas serves as the Director of RCI, Hyderabad.

DRDO RCI Recruitment 2024

DRDO RCI Recruitment 2024 has opened applications for 22 positions of Junior Research Fellows (JRF) and Research Associates (RA). The recruitment drive invites eligible candidates to apply offline by following the guidelines mentioned in the official notification. Both JRF and RA posts are available, and candidates must meet the specified qualifications. Applicants are required to submit all necessary documents as per the instructions and ensure they satisfy the eligibility criteria before applying for the positions.

DRDO RCI Recruitment 2024 Overview

Organization Name	DRDO Research Centre Imarat (RCI)
Post Name	Junior Research Fellow (JRF) &Research Associates (RA)
Vacancies	22
Education Qualification	B.E./ B.Tech, ME/ M. Tech, M.Sc/Ph.D, M.Sc, M.Tech
Application Start Date	27th September 2024
Application End Date	26th October 2024
Selection Process	Shortlisting, Written test/ Document verification / Personal interview
Mode of Application	Offline

DRDO RCI Recruitment 2024 Vacancies

S.No	Name of the Post	Number of Posts
1	Research Associate (RA)	3
2	Junior Research Fellow (JRF)	19
Total		22

DRDO RCI Recruitment 2024 Education Qualification

Qualifications for DRDO RCI Recruitment 2024:

1. Research Associate (RA-01):
   • Ph.D. in Physics/Photonics/Related fields, OR
   • First Class M.Sc. with 4 years research experience, 1 SCI paper, OR
   • First Class M.Tech with 3 years research experience, 1 SCI paper.
2. Research Associate (RA-02):
   • Ph.D. in Computer Science/AI/Machine Learning, OR
   • First Class M.Sc. with 4 years research experience, 1 SCI paper, OR
   • First Class M.Tech with 3 years research experience, 1 SCI paper.
3. Research Associate (RA-03):
   • Ph.D. in Mechanical/Structural/Aerospace Engineering, OR
   • First Class M.Sc. with 4 years research experience, 1 SCI paper, OR
   • First Class M.Tech with 3 years research experience, 1 SCI paper.

Junior Research Fellow (JRF):

• First Class B.E./B.Tech with GATE score, OR
• First Class B.E./B.Tech with M.E./M.Tech in a relevant field, OR
• First Class M.Sc. with valid NET/GATE/SLET.

DRDO RCI Recruitment 2024 Age Limit

Age Limit as of 15th Sep 2024:

• For Research Associate: 35 years for general candidates, relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.
• For Junior Research Fellow: 28 years for general candidates, relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.

DRDO RCI Recruitment 2024 Selection Process

After reviewing the application details and relevance of research work experience or PhD thesis, shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

DRDO RCI Recruitment 2024 Stipend

• For Research Associate: Candidates will receive a monthly stipend as per Government of India norms (Ministry of Defence, Finance/R&D, letter No. 01/RD/HRD/89-90/751/D(R&D) dated 8th Aug 2023).
• For Junior Research Fellow: Candidates will receive a monthly stipend as per Government of India norms (Ministry of Defence, Finance/R&D, letter No. 01/RD/HRD/89-90/751/D(R&D) dated 8th Aug 2023).

DRDO RCI Recruitment 2024 Application Process

• Visit the official DRDO website at drdo.gov.in.
• Go to the Recruitment or Careers section.
• Click the link for DRDO Notification 2024.
• Download the detailed notification for future reference.
• Interested and eligible candidates must send their offline application in the prescribed format, duly typed.
• Include self-attested copies of educational qualifications and experience certificates.
• Superscribe the envelope with: “APPLICATION FOR THE VACANCY OF RESEARCH ASSOCIATE.”
• Send applications via speed post to:
  • HEAD HRD
    DR. APJ ABDUL KALAM MISSILE COMPLEX
    RESEARCH CENTRE IMARAT (RCI)
    PO-VIGYANA KANCHA
    HYDERABAD, TELANGANA – 500 069
• Applications must be submitted within 30 days from the day of the advertisement’s publication.
• Pay the application fee if required.

Official Notification: Click Here