Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL) under DRDO has notified for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions across various disciplines. The fellowship is awarded initially for two years with a monthly emolument of ₹37,000/- plus HRA. Selection will be based on a walk-in interview scheduled for 10.10.2026 at 0930 hrs at Bhavan's Varuna Vidyalaya in Kochi, Kerala.
Important dates
- Last date to apply10 October 2026
- Walk-in Interview10 October 2026
Eligibility
BE/B.Tech or ME/M.Tech in relevant discipline with valid GATE qualification, or Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science with NET/GATE qualification.
Age limit
- Age— – 28 years
- As on10 October 2026
- NoteUpper age limit is 28 years as on the date of walk-in interview. Relaxable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.
Vacancy posts
| Post | Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (Computer Science & Engineering) | — | BE/B.Tech in Computer Science Engg in 1st Division with valid GATE qualification or ME/M.Tech in Computer Science Science Engg in 1st Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level. |
| Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering) | 4 | BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering in 1st Division with valid GATE qualification or ME/M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering in 1st Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level. |
| Junior Research Fellow (Chemical Engineering / Rubber Technology / Polymer Technology / Nanotechnology / Materials Science) | — | BE/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering / Rubber Technology / Polymer Technology / Nanotechnology / Materials Science in 1st Division with valid GATE qualification or ME/M.Tech in respective fields in 1st Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level. |
| Junior Research Fellow (Opto Electronics) | — | BE/B.Tech in Opto Electronics in 1st Division with valid GATE qualification or ME/M.Tech in Opto Electronics in 1st Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level. |
| Junior Research Fellow (Electrical & Electronics Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Instrumentation Engineering) | — | BE/B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engg / Electronics & Communication Engg / Instrumentation Engineering in 1st Division with valid GATE qualification or ME/M.Tech in respective fields in 1st Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level. |
| Junior Research Fellow (Physics) | — | Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science pertaining to the subject/discipline in 1st Division with valid NET/GATE qualification. |
| Junior Research Fellow (Oceanography/Ocean Technology/Meteorology) | — | Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science pertaining to the subject/discipline in 1st Division with valid NET/GATE qualification or ME/M.Tech in Oceanography/ Ocean Technology/ Meteorology in 1st Division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level. |
Pay scale
₹37,000/- plus HRA
Selection process
Walk-in Interview
How to apply
- Interested candidates may appear for a Walk-in Interview on the specified date and time at Bhavan's Varuna Vidyalaya in the campus of NAVAL PHYSICAL & OCEANOGRAPHIC LABORATORY, THRIKKAKARA P.O., KOCHI 682021.
- Required to produce all certificates/testimonials/Community certificate/valid GATE/NET Score card etc. in original at the time of interview along with a set of self attested copies and an ID proof.
- Prospective candidates for the walk-in interview may e-mail their one-page bio-data to [email protected] for making necessary administrative arrangements.
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