LRDE DRDO JRF Recruitment 2026: 2 Posts, ECE Discipline
Electronics & Radar Development Establishment (LRDE), a premier Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) laboratory under the Ministry of Defence, has announced recruitment for 2 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts in Electronics & Communication Engineering, under Advertisement No. 03/2026/JRF. LRDE is renowned for its pioneering work in radar systems, electronic warfare, and communication technologies critical to India’s defence capabilities, making this JRF opportunity highly attractive for engineering graduates seeking hands-on research experience in cutting-edge radar and electronics technology.
The application process for this recruitment follows a distinctive two-step format: candidates first email their willingness to apply, followed by an in-person walk-in interview at LRDE’s Bengaluru campus — a format designed to ensure only seriously interested and well-prepared candidates proceed to the interview stage.
| Organization | Electronics & Radar Development Establishment (LRDE), DRDO, Ministry of Defence |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026/JRF |
| Post | Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Age Limit | Maximum 28 years |
| Email Willingness Deadline | 25 September 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 8 October 2026 |
| Walk-in Venue | LRDE, C.V. Raman Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka |
About LRDE
The Electronics & Radar Development Establishment is one of DRDO’s most prominent laboratories, specializing in the design and development of radar systems, electronic warfare equipment, and advanced communication technologies for India’s Army, Navy, and Air Force. Working as a JRF at LRDE offers exposure to genuinely cutting-edge, mission-critical defence electronics research.
Eligibility
A first-division B.E./B.Tech degree with a valid GATE 2024, 2025, or 2026 score, OR a first-division M.E./M.Tech degree (with first division at both Graduate and Postgraduate levels) in the prescribed Electronics & Communication Engineering discipline or a closely related field.
How to Apply
- Review the detailed eligibility requirements under Advertisement No. 03/2026/JRF on the LRDE/DRDO website.
- Email your willingness to apply to hrdlrde2010@gmail.com, on or before 25 September 2026.
- Mention ‘Application for the post of JRF-ECE discipline’ clearly in the email subject line.
- Prepare your filled application form (as per the notification format) along with original documents and self-attested photocopies.
- Attend the walk-in interview at LRDE, C.V. Raman Nagar, Bengaluru, on 8 October 2026 — report at the LRDE Main Gate Reception between 8:30 and 9:30 AM, as late arrivals will not be admitted to the process.
Important Note
The email submission is only an advance confirmation of your intent to apply — it does not substitute for the in-person walk-in interview. Candidates must still appear personally at LRDE Bengaluru with the complete filled application form and all supporting original/self-attested documents to be considered for selection.
Official Links
Official Website: drdo.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the deadline to email willingness for LRDE DRDO JRF Recruitment 2026?
A: 25 September 2026.
Q: When is the walk-in interview?
A: 8 October 2026, at LRDE, C.V. Raman Nagar, Bengaluru.
Q: How many vacancies does this recruitment cover?
A: 2 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts in Electronics & Communication Engineering.
Q: What is the age limit?
A: 28 years.
Q: Is a GATE score mandatory?
A: A valid GATE score is required specifically for the B.E./B.Tech eligibility route; candidates applying via the M.E./M.Tech route with first division at both levels may not need it.
Q: What happens if I arrive late to the walk-in interview?
A: Late arrivals will not be admitted to the process — reporting is strictly required between 8:30 and 9:30 AM at the Main Gate Reception.
Final Word
Since punctuality is strictly enforced at this walk-in — with late arrivals turned away entirely — plan your travel to LRDE’s C.V. Raman Nagar campus in Bengaluru well in advance to guarantee you reach the Main Gate Reception within the 8:30-9:30 AM reporting window.