INMAS DRDO Recruitment 2026 – 15 Research Associate (RA) & Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) Posts
15 Positions | Delhi | Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS), DRDO | Research Fellowship Opportunities
Advertisement Details
- Advertisement No.: INMAS/RAC/1774/JRF-Interview-1/2026
- Published Date: 03-06-2026
- Application Start Date: 03-06-2026
- Last Date to Apply: 30-06-2026
- Organization: Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS), DRDO
- Location: Brig SK Mazumdar Marg, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054
- Total Positions: 15
- Mode of Selection: Interview
Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS), a premier laboratory under the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), invites applications from young and meritorious Indian nationals for the award of DRDO Research Associate (RA) and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) positions. These fellowships offer opportunities to pursue cutting-edge defence-related research in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Dental Sciences.
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About INMAS
Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS) is a specialized DRDO laboratory dedicated to advancing the readiness and resilience of the Armed Forces against radiological threats. The institute develops radiation countermeasures, supports emergency response systems, provides CBRNe training, and conducts research to safeguard military personnel and first responders from radiation and occupational hazards.
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Vacancy Details
DRDO Research Associate (RA) – 04 Posts
- RA-01 – Life Sciences – 02 Posts
- RA-02 – Chemistry – 01 Post
- RA-03 – Pharmaceutical Sciences – 01 Post
- JRF-01 – Life Sciences – 05 Posts
- JRF-02 – Chemistry – 04 Posts
- JRF-03 – Pharmaceutics – 01 Post
- JRF-04 – Dental Sciences – 01 Post
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Research Associate (RA) Qualifications
RA-01 – Life Sciences (02 Posts)
- PhD in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Molecular Biology.
- Cell Culture Techniques
- Molecular Biology including RT-PCR & Cloning
- Cellular Imaging
- Pre-clinical Studies
- Microbial & Biochemical Techniques
- LC-MS / Lipidomics / Metabolomics
- Validation and Identification of Biomarkers
RA-02 – Chemistry (01 Post)
- PhD in Material Science / Chemistry / Chemical Science.
- Nanomaterials for Biomedical & Defence Applications
- Polymer, Biomaterial & Composite Material Development
- Analytical, Spectroscopy & Microscopy Techniques
RA-03 – Pharmaceutical Sciences (01 Post)
- PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences / Pharmaceutics / Pharmacology / Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Medicinal Chemistry / Pharmacy or Allied Disciplines.
- Screening, Characterization and Formulation Development
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Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) Qualifications
JRF-01 – Life Sciences (05 Posts)
- First Class M.Sc. in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Molecular Biology / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Biomedical Sciences with NET (JRF/LS).
- OR First Class B.Tech. in Biotechnology / Biomedical Sciences / Biomedical Engineering with valid GATE Score.
- OR First Class M.E./M.Tech. in Biotechnology / Biomedical Sciences / Biomedical Engineering.
JRF-02 – Chemistry (04 Posts)
- First Class M.Sc. in Chemistry / Nanotechnology / Chemical Sciences / Computational Chemistry / Polymer Sciences / Material Sciences with NET.
- OR First Class B.Tech. with valid GATE Score in Chemical Engineering.
- OR First Class M.E./M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering.
JRF-03 – Pharmaceutics (01 Post)
- First Class M.Pharm. / M.S. (Pharm.) / M.Tech. (Pharm.) in relevant discipline with NET/GPAT qualification.
JRF-04 – Dental Sciences (01 Post)
- First Class Bachelor of Dental Science (BDS).
- Valid registration with Dental Council of India (DCI) / State Dental Council.
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Age Limit
Research Associate (RA)
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
- SC/ST: 05 Years Relaxation
- OBC: 03 Years Relaxation
- Other categories as per Government Rules
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- SC/ST: 05 Years Relaxation
- OBC: 03 Years Relaxation
- Other categories as per Government Rules
Fellowship & Tenure
Research Associate (RA)
- Fellowship: ₹67,000/- per month + HRA
- Contingency Grant: Up to ₹20,000/- per year
- Tenure: 02 Years (Non-extendable)
- ₹37,000/- per month + HRA for first 02 years
- May be upgraded to SRF based on performance
- ₹42,000/- per month + HRA as SRF
- Contingency Grant: ₹15,000/- per annum as JRF
- ₹20,000/- per annum after upgradation to SRF
- Maximum Tenure: 05 Years
Selection Process
- Application Screening
- Eligibility Verification
- Written Test (if required)
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Final Selection
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Important Dates
- Advertisement Published: 03 June 2026
- Last Date for Email Application: 30 June 2026
- RA-01 Interview: 15 July 2026
- RA-02 Interview: 17 July 2026
- RA-03 Interview: 20 July 2026
- JRF-01 Interview: 20 July 2026
- JRF-02 Interview: 22 July 2026
- JRF-03 Interview: 23 July 2026
- JRF-04 Interview: 24 July 2026
Documents Required
- Duly Filled Application Form (Typed)
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Date of Birth Proof
- NET/GATE/GPAT Score Card (where applicable)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience Certificates
- Self-attested Supporting Documents
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application form from DRDO website.
- Fill the application form in typed format.
- Scan the completed application and supporting documents.
- Combine all documents into a single PDF file.
- File Name Format: POST CODE_YOUR NAME
- Send the PDF through Email before 30 June 2026.
research-academic@gov.in
Interview Venue:
Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS)
Brig SK Mazumdar Marg
Timarpur
Delhi – 110054
Reporting Time: 08:00 AM to 09:30 AM
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Important Instructions
- Only shortlisted candidates will be informed through Email.
- Original certificates must be produced at the time of interview.
- Candidates employed in Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies must produce NOC.
- Mobile phones, laptops, pen drives and other electronic devices are not permitted inside the INMAS campus.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Selected candidates may register for PhD during the fellowship tenure.
- Fellowship does not guarantee absorption into DRDO.
- The number of vacancies may change without prior notice.
- Director, INMAS reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage.
Important Links
- Official DRDO Website: Visit
- Official Advertisement PDF: Download
- Application Form: Download
- Application Mode: Email Only
- Email ID: research-academic@gov.in
- Interview Location: INMAS, Timarpur, Delhi