DRDO DIBT Recruitment 2025: The Defence Institute of Biodefence Technologies (DIBT), Mysore, under DRDO, invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for Research Associates (RA) and Junior Research Fellows (JRF). The focus is on research in food-borne pathogens/toxins, military nutrition, biodefence technologies, and related domains.
Vacancy Details for DRDO DIBT Recruitment 2025
| Sl. No. | Post | No. of Vacancies | Specialisation |
| 1 | Research Associate | 1 | Food Science & Technology / Food Processing / Food Engineering / Food Engineering & Technology / Food Science & Technology |
| 2 | Junior Research Fellow | 7 | Microbiology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Bioinformatics / Medical Genetics |
| 3 | Junior Research Fellow | 2 | Polymer Science & Technology / Polymer Science / Polymer Chemistry / Chemistry |
| 4 | Junior Research Fellow | 1 | Food Science & Technology / Food Technology / Food Science / Food Process Engineering / Food Science & Nutrition |
(Note: Vacancies may vary by project and lab discretion.)
Educational Qualification
For Research Associate
- PhD in Food Science & Technology / Food Processing Engineering / Food Engineering & Technology / Food Engineering, OR
- M.Tech in relevant Food Processing / Food Engineering & Technology / Food Science & Technology with at least 3 years of research experience and at least one published paper in an SCI-indexed journal.
For Junior Research Fellow
Candidates must fulfill either of the following:
- Master’s degree (first division) in a related discipline with a valid NET/GATE score, OR
- M.Tech (first division) in a professional course.
Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age (as on date of interview) | Relaxation |
| Research Associate | 35 years | Up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC |
| Junior Research Fellow | 28 years | Up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC |
Fellowship / Salary
- JRF: ₹37,000/month + House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- RA: ₹67,000/month + HRA
- Tenure:
- JRF: Initially 2 years, extendable up to 4 years (based on performance)
- RA: Typically 2 years
Application Procedure for DRDO DIBT Recruitment 2025
- Application must be made via the prescribed form appended in the advertisement.
- The completed form along with self-attested copies of educational certificates, proof of NET/GATE/experience, publications, caste certificate (if applicable), government-issued ID, passport-size photograph, etc., must be submitted by Speed Post only to:
Centre Head, Defence Institute of Biodefence Technologies (DIBT), Siddarthanagar, Mysore – 570011
Official Notification & Application Form: Download
- Applications sent via courier will not be accepted.
- Candidates currently employed in government departments/PSUs/autonomous bodies must apply through proper channel and produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.
Selection Procedure
- If necessary, a written test of objective multiple-choice questions may be conducted to shortlist candidates for an interview.
- Final selection will be made based on performance in the interview.
- A selection panel will prepare a merit list and a waiting panel. This panel will remain valid for one year from the date of interview.
- Selected candidates will undergo document verification at the time of joining.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview or for joining, if selected.
Important Instructions for DRDO DIBT Recruitment 2025
- The fellowship does not guarantee absorption into DRDO or confer any right of employment.
- Candidates must present original certificates/testimonials at the time of the interview and bring photocopies of all documents.
- The Centre Head’s decision will be final in case of any discrepancy.
Last Date to Apply
- The last date for receipt of the application is 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement
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