DRDO-CEMILAC Internship 2026 refers to the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) announced by the Centre for Military Airworthiness & Certification (CEMILAC), Bengaluru under Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence.
Applications are invited for one Junior Research Fellowship position in Aeronautical Engineering discipline. The fellowship is governed strictly by DRDO Research Fellow scheme rules.
This article is structured strictly in accordance with the official DRDO CEMILAC JRF notification.
Quick Overview: DRDO-CEMILAC JRF 2026
| Organisation | Centre for Military Airworthiness & Certification (CEMILAC), DRDO |
| Fellowship Type | Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) |
| Number of Posts | 01 |
| Discipline | Aeronautical Engineering |
| Location | Marathahalli Colony, Bengaluru – 560037 |
| Stipend | ₹37,000 per month + HRA + Medical facilities |
| Initial Tenure | 02 Years |
| Maximum Tenure | Up to 04 Years (as per DRDO scheme) |
| Age Limit | 28 years (relaxation as per Govt rules) |
| Application Mode | Offline (Typed application format) |
| Last Date | Within 21 days from publication in Employment News |
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About CEMILAC
The Centre for Military Airworthiness & Certification (CEMILAC) is a regulatory body under the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India.
CEMILAC is vested with the responsibility of Airworthiness Certification of:
- Military Aircraft
- Helicopters
- Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
- Aero-engines
- Air launched weapons
- Other airborne stores
The airworthiness function is implemented through 18 Regional Centres of Military Airworthiness (RCMAs) located across India. CEMILAC functions as the corporate headquarters coordinating these regional centres.
The Junior Research Fellowship position is offered at CEMILAC headquarters located at Marathahalli Colony, Bengaluru.
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Eligibility Criteria
Applications are invited from candidates possessing the following qualifications for the Junior Research Fellowship at CEMILAC.
Educational Qualification
- Option 1: Graduate Degree (B.E / B.Tech) in relevant Aeronautical Engineering discipline in First Division with valid GATE qualification.
- OR
- Option 2: Post Graduate Degree (M.E / M.Tech) in relevant discipline in First Division at both Graduate and Post Graduate level.
Fellowship Position Details
| Fellowship Type | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Number of Fellowships | 01 |
| Subject Discipline | Aeronautical Engineering |
Only candidates meeting the prescribed educational qualification criteria are eligible to apply.
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Age Limit
The upper age limit for the Junior Research Fellowship at CEMILAC DRDO is 28 years as on the last date for receipt of application.
Age criteria is applicable to candidates belonging to:
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- Other Backward Classes – Non Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL)
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Stipend & Tenure
Selected Junior Research Fellow will receive:
- ₹37,000 per month stipend
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) as applicable
- Medical facilities as per DRDO rules
Tenure of Fellowship
The fellowship will be offered initially for a period of 02 years.
The tenure may be extended up to a maximum of 04 years as per provisions of the DRDO Research Fellow scheme.
Extension is subject to the rules governing Research Fellows in DRDO.
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How to Apply
Applications for the Junior Research Fellowship at CEMILAC must be submitted in offline mode in the prescribed format.
- Download Application Format: Download the prescribed application format from the official DRDO website: www.drdo.gov.in → Careers section.
- Fill the Application: Type the application in the prescribed format. Handwritten applications are not specified in the advertisement.
- Attach Documents: Enclose self-attested copies of educational qualifications and experience certificates.
- Superscribe the Envelope: The envelope containing the application must be superscribed on the top left corner with: “Application for JRF”
- Send to the Following Address: The Chief Executive (Airworthiness)
Centre for Military Airworthiness & Certification (CEMILAC)
DRDO, Ministry of Defence
Marathahalli Colony Post
Bengaluru – 560037 - Submission Deadline: The application must reach within 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News.
Applications received after the prescribed period may not be considered.
Important Conditions
- No Automatic Absorption: Offer of Junior Research Fellowship does not confer any right for absorption in DRDO.
- Production of Original Documents: Candidates must produce original certificates and testimonials at the time of interview.
- NOC Requirement: Candidates currently employed in Government Departments, Public Sector Undertakings, or Autonomous Bodies must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.
- Ph.D Registration: Selected fellows may be allowed to register for Ph.D with any University / Institution during the tenure of the fellowship.
- Travel Reimbursement: Candidates attending the interview will be reimbursed to-and-fro sleeper class railway fare by the shortest route, or from the place where the journey starts (whichever is less), as indicated in the application.
- Previous DRDO JRF Awardees: Candidates already awarded Junior Research Fellowship positions in any DRDO unit earlier are not eligible to apply again.
FAQs on DRDO-CEMILAC Internship 2026
🔽 What is DRDO-CEMILAC Internship 2026?
It is a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) opportunity at the Centre for Military Airworthiness & Certification (CEMILAC), Bengaluru under DRDO, Ministry of Defence.
🔽 How many JRF positions are available at CEMILAC?
There is 01 Junior Research Fellowship position.
🔽 Which discipline is this CEMILAC JRF for?
The JRF is for the Aeronautical Engineering discipline.
🔽 What is the eligibility for DRDO-CEMILAC JRF?
Eligibility is either:
- B.E/B.Tech in relevant discipline in first division with GATE, or
- M.E/M.Tech in relevant discipline in first division at both graduate and post-graduate levels.
🔽 What is the age limit for CEMILAC JRF?
The upper age limit is 28 years as on the last date for receipt of the application. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC (NCL) as per Government rules.
🔽 What stipend does DRDO-CEMILAC pay for JRF?
The stipend is ₹37,000 per month plus HRA and medical facilities as per rules.
🔽 What is the tenure for the CEMILAC JRF?
The initial offer is for 02 years, extendable up to a maximum of 04 years as per the DRDO Research Fellows scheme provisions.
🔽 How do I apply for DRDO-CEMILAC JRF?
You must submit a typed application in the prescribed format (available on www.drdo.gov.in → Careers) along with self-attested copies of qualifications and experience, sent by post to the Chief Executive (Airworthiness), CEMILAC, Bengaluru. The envelope must be superscribed “Application for JRF”.
🔽 What is the last date to submit the application?
The application must reach CEMILAC within 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News.
🔽 Do Government/PSU employees need any document for the interview?
Yes. Candidates employed in Government/PSU/Autonomous bodies must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.
🔽 Is travel reimbursement provided for interview?
Yes. Candidates attending the interview are reimbursed to-and-fro sleeper class railway fare by the shortest route indicated in the application (or from the journey start point, whichever is less).
🔽 Does getting selected guarantee a job in DRDO?
No. The fellowship offer does not confer any right for absorption in DRDO.
