Junior Research Fellowship at DRDO INMAS
Want to begin your research career with DRDO after BDS? The Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS), a premier laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has announced recruitment for the Junior Research Fellow (Dental Sciences) position. This Junior Research Fellowship in Delhi offers an excellent opportunity for BDS graduates to contribute to defence-related biomedical research while working alongside leading scientists. Eligible candidates for the DRDO INMAS Recruitment with a valid Dental Council registration are encouraged to apply before the deadline and appear for the scheduled interview.
About the Organization:
The Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS) is a specialized laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Located in Timarpur, Delhi, INMAS focuses on developing radiation countermeasures, biomedical technologies, and defence-related healthcare solutions. The institute supports India’s armed forces by conducting advanced research in radiation medicine, cognitive sciences, occupational health, and CBRNe preparedness. It also provides scientific support for national security and disaster response initiatives.
Fellowship Details:
- Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (Dental Sciences)
- Post Code: JRF04
- Number of Vacancies: 1
- Type: Junior Research Fellowship (DRDO Fellowship)
- Discipline: Dental Sciences
- Location: INMAS, Timarpur, Delhi
- Monthly Fellowship:
- ₹37,000 + HRA per month for the first two years
- ₹42,000 + HRA per month if upgraded to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) for the remaining tenure
- Tenure: Up to 5 years (2 years as JRF + up to 3 years as SRF based on performance)
- Maximum Age: 28 years (Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India rules)
- Application Deadline: 30th June 2026
Interview Details:
- Interview Date: 24th July 2026
- Reporting Time: 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
- Interview Venue: INMAS, Brig SK Mazumdar Marg, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054
Educational Requirements for the Junior Research Fellowship:
- First Class Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from a recognized university or institution.
- Valid registration with the Dental Council of India (DCI) or the respective State Dental Council.
General Instructions:
- NET/GATE/GPAT qualification where ever prescribed, and certificates of OBC/SC/ST
should be valid as on the closing date of receipt of application. - The candidate should send scanned copy of duly filled signed application form (Typed, not Handwritten) along with supporting documents (educational qualification, matriculation certificate in support of date of birth, GATE/NET score card valid as on closing date of application, caste certificate, if applicable) to research-academic@gov.in
- The scanned file should be in a single PDF file [File name should be: POST CODE_YOUR
NAME] - Applications not submitted in the prescribed format (Annexure ‘A’) shall be summarily
rejected. - The last date to send an online application form by email is 30th June 2026.
- Shortlisted candidates will be communicated through email to appear for the interview.
- Candidates should bring Application form along with original certificates/ testimonials
with complete bio-data on the date of interview & submit self-attested photocopies of the same, failing which the candidate will not be allowed to appear for the interview. - Reporting time is 0800h-0930h on the date of Interview, at Main Gate Reception, INMAS, Timarpur, Delhi. Late comers will not be allowed.
- Written Test may be conducted for RAs/JRFs (depending on the number of candidates
appearing on the date of interview) and only those candidates who qualify in the written test shall be interviewed on the same day. - The shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on the date mentioned against the
post. - The selected candidate(s) may be allowed to register for PhD with any recognized
University/Institution during the tenure of fellowship. - Candidates presently employed in Government Departments/ PSU’s/ Autonomous Bodies
will be required to produce NOC at the time of interview. - Please note: Electronic items like smart/ mobile phones/pen drive/ laptop/ CD-ROM etc.
are strictly not allowed inside INMAS Campus. - Antecedents of candidates will be verified again at the time of joining, if selected.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending an interview or for joining, if selected.
- The number of vacancies may change as per organizational requirement without any prior notice.
- It may be noted that mere offer of fellowship does not confer on fellows any right of
absorption in DRDO. - No candidate shall claim admission as a matter of right. The admission shall be entirely at the discretion of the Selection Committee of the Institute, which may refuse to admit any candidate without assigning any reason thereof.
- Director INMAS reserves the right to scrap the whole selection process anytime, without any prior information and reason assigned therefor.
- Applicants are advised to monitor DRDO website for any updates/changes.
