DRDO SSPL Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for 23 Junior Research Fellow & Research Associate Posts

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• Updated July 23, 2026 04:29 PM
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• The Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), DRDO, is conducting a walk-in interview for 23 fellowship positions - 16 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and 07 Research Associate (RA) posts in Physics and Electronics - at the SJB Auditorium, SSPL Complex, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi-110054, starting 1st September 2026 at 0930 hours. No online application is required; eligible candidates simply need to report with their documents on the scheduled date.

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DRDO SSPL JRF & RA Recruitment 2026 - Overview

• *Some vacancies are regular positions and some are project-specific; the fellowship may be terminated on completion of the concerned DRDO project.

DRDO SSPL JRF & RA Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

• Candidates often want to know exactly which date applies to their discipline, since SSPL has split the interview across four separate days by post and subject. The advertisement was released on 23rd July 2026, and the interview process runs across four dates in September 2026 based on discipline and fellowship type.
• All candidates, regardless of discipline, must report at the SJB Auditorium, SSPL Complex by 0930 hrs on their respective interview date. If the number of candidates turning up is higher than expected, SSPL has stated that a screening test may be conducted on the same date before the actual interview.

DRDO SSPL JRF & RA Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Breakdown

• Anyone wondering exactly how many seats are open under each fellowship category can refer to this breakdown. SSPL has notified 16 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts and 07 Research Associate (RA) posts, split further between the Physics and Electronics disciplines as reflected in the interview schedule above.
• The asterisk (*) indicates that some of these positions are regular vacancies, while others are tied to specific DRDO projects and may be terminated once that project concludes. SSPL has also reserved the right to increase, decrease, or cancel the notified fellowships depending on prevailing government policy and funding availability.

DRDO SSPL JRF & RA Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates checking whether they meet the eligibility bar should note that SSPL has set separate educational qualifications and age limits for the JRF and RA posts. Both posts require a background in Physics or Electronics, but the RA post additionally expects research experience or a doctoral qualification.

JRF (Junior Research Fellow) Eligibility

• Qualification (any one of the following):
• Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Physics/Electronics with First Division, along with a valid NET qualification, OR
• Graduate Degree (B.E./B.Tech in Engineering Physics/Electronics) with 1st Division, with NET/GATE qualified, OR
• Post Graduate Degree (M.E./M.Tech) with 1st Division at both Graduate and Post Graduate level
• Upper Age Limit: Maximum 28 years

RA (Research Associate) Eligibility

• Qualification (any one of the following):
• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Physics/Electronics, OR
• M.E./M.Tech with 3 years of research experience in Semiconductor Materials, Devices Fabrication and Characterization, along with at least one research paper published in a Science Citation Index (SCI) journal
• Upper Age Limit: Maximum 35 years
• Candidates who have already submitted their Ph.D. thesis are also eligible to apply for the RA post. However, the Research Associateship will be formally awarded only after the candidate receives the degree or a provisional certificate, and this must happen on or before the date the offer is issued.

Age Relaxation

• Candidates from SC/ST/OBC categories are entitled to age relaxation as per prevailing Government of India rules. No specific number of years is mentioned in the advertisement, so applicable category candidates should carry category certificates to confirm the exact relaxation at the time of the interview.

DRDO SSPL JRF & RA Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

• Candidates preparing for the interview should know that selection is primarily interview-based, with a possible screening round added if turnout is high. This keeps the process relatively quick compared to a multi-stage written-exam recruitment.
• Document Verification: On arrival at the SJB Auditorium, candidates' Appendix 'A' application forms and original/attested documents are checked.
• Screening Test (if required): If the number of candidates exceeds manageable limits on a given day, SSPL may conduct a screening test on the same date.
• Walk-in Interview: Shortlisted or all eligible candidates (depending on turnout) are interviewed by the selection panel on their respective discipline's scheduled date.
• Result & Offer: Based on performance, selected candidates are offered the JRF/RA fellowship, subject to fund availability for the concerned project.
• Since this is a same-day walk-in process, candidates can realistically expect to know their outcome for that discipline on or shortly after the same interview date, though SSPL has not published a specific result timeline in the notification.

How to Apply: Walk-in Interview Steps

• Since there is no online application, candidates need to be well-prepared with physical documents rather than digital submissions. Here is the step-by-step process to attend the SSPL walk-in interview.
• Download and fill Appendix 'A' (the application form included in the official advertisement) in your own handwriting or print, providing full personal, educational, and experience details.
• Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the right top corner of the Appendix 'A' form.
• Attach attested copies of all mark sheets/certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), experience certificates, and publications (if any).
• Obtain a "No Objection Certificate" (NOC) in advance if you are currently working in a Government department, Public Sector Undertaking, or Autonomous Body.
• Report to the SJB Auditorium, SSPL Complex, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi-110054 by 0930 hours on the date applicable to your post and discipline.
• Carry original documents for on-the-spot verification along with the attested photocopies.

DRDO SSPL JRF & RA Recruitment 2026 - Salary

• Candidates naturally want clarity on take-home pay before attending the interview. SSPL has clearly specified the monthly stipend for both fellowship categories in the advertisement itself.
• Selected candidates will be paid as per the provision of funds available for the project, up to the Probable Date of Completion (PDC) of that project. This means the payment continuity is tied to the funding and duration of the specific DRDO project the fellow is engaged on.

Documents Required at the Interview

• Carrying the correct set of documents is essential since SSPL will verify everything on the spot rather than through a prior online upload. The following list covers everything mentioned in the official notification.
• Duly filled Appendix 'A' application form with photograph affixed
• Attested copies of all educational mark sheets and certificates
• Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates claiming relaxation)
• Experience certificates, if claiming research or work experience
• Copies of published research papers/publications, if any
• No Objection Certificate (NOC), mandatory for candidates currently employed in Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies
• A recent passport-size photograph
• Candidates should also note that no electronic gadgets are permitted inside the SSPL lab premises, so mobile phones and similar devices should ideally be left outside or with security before entering for the interview.

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Q2. How many vacancies are there in SSPL DRDO's 2026 recruitment?

• There are 23 total vacancies — 16 for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and 07 for Research Associate (RA) across Physics and Electronics disciplines.

Q3. What is the eligibility for the JRF post at SSPL?

• Candidates need a PG degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Physics/Electronics with 1st Division and valid NET, OR a B.E./B.Tech in Engineering Physics/Electronics with 1st Division and NET/GATE, OR an M.E./M.Tech with 1st Division at both graduate and postgraduate levels. The upper age limit is 28 years.

Q4. What is the eligibility for the Research Associate (RA) post?

• Candidates need a Ph.D. or equivalent in Physics/Electronics, OR an M.E./M.Tech with 3 years of research experience in semiconductor materials/devices along with one SCI-indexed research paper. The upper age limit is 35 years.

Q6. What documents should I carry for the interview?

• Carry the filled Appendix 'A' form with a photograph affixed, attested copies of certificates/mark sheets, caste certificate (if applicable), experience certificates, publication copies (if any), and an NOC if currently employed in Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies.