About the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR), DRDO

The Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR) is a research laboratory under the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India. Located in Bengaluru, CAIR undertakes research and development in areas related to artificial intelligence, robotics, intelligent systems and advanced technologies for defence applications.

CAIR has invited applications from eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under Advertisement No. CAIR/HRT/JRF/2026/03.

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Recruitment Details

Organization: Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR), DRDO

Advertisement Number: CAIR/HRT/JRF/2026/03

Advertisement Date: 06 October 2026

Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Total Vacancies: 01 Post

Organization Type: Central Government / Research Organisation

Department: Research and Development

Job Type: Research Fellowship

Job Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka

Application Mode: Email

Last Date to Apply: 30 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM

Written Test and Interview: 24 November 2026

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Vacancy and Fellowship Details

Particulars	Details
Position	Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Number of Vacancies	01
Monthly Fellowship	₹37,000
Additional Benefits	Applicable HRA
Initial Tenure	2 Years
Extension/Upgradation	Subject to DRDO rules and applicable conditions

The fellowship may be extended or upgraded to Senior Research Fellow (SRF), subject to performance, eligibility and applicable DRDO rules.

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Educational Qualifications

Candidates must fulfil one of the prescribed qualification routes.

Route 1: Engineering Degree

B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline, such as Computer Science, Mathematics or Computer Engineering, as specified in the advertisement.
First Division in the qualifying degree.
Valid GATE or NET score.

Route 2: Postgraduate Qualification

M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc. in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics or Computer Science, as prescribed in the notification.
First Division at both the Graduate and Postgraduate levels.

Candidates should consult the official advertisement to confirm the exact accepted disciplines, degree requirements and qualifying examination conditions.

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Age Limit

Maximum Age: 28 years as on the last date of application submission, subject to the official notification.

SC/ST Candidates: Age relaxation of 5 years.

OBC Candidates: Age relaxation of 3 years.

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Relaxation as per applicable rules.

Candidates must verify the applicable age-relaxation provisions and supporting-document requirements in the official notification.

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Important Dates

Advertisement Date: 06 October 2026

Last Date for Email Application: 30 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM

Written Test: 24 November 2026

Walk-In Interview: 24 November 2026

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Selection Process

The selection process comprises the following stages:

1. Application Screening

Applications received through email will be screened, and candidates may be shortlisted according to the prescribed eligibility criteria.

2. Written Examination

Eligible candidates reporting on the scheduled date will undergo a written screening test carrying 100 marks, as described in the supplied recruitment details.

3. Personal Interview

Candidates who qualify in the written examination will be called for a personal interview on the same day, subject to the recruitment schedule and instructions.

4. Document Verification

Candidates must produce original certificates and supporting documents for verification.

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How to Apply

Eligible candidates should apply through email by following the prescribed procedure.
Visit the official DRDO website and download the CAIR JRF recruitment notification and prescribed bio-data application form.
Read the complete notification carefully.
Fill in the application form in BLOCK LETTERS, as instructed.
Affix a self-attested passport-size photograph.
Attach the required supporting information and documents as specified in the advertisement.
Send the completed application form to the official application email address given below.
Use the prescribed subject line.

Application Email: jrfcair2026@gmail.com

Email Subject: Application for post of JRF Advt. No CAIR/HRT/JRF/2026/03

Last Date: 30 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

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Documents Required for the Written Test/Interview