Defence Institute of Biodefence Technologies (DIBT), Mysore under the aegis of Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Govt of India. DIBT, Mysore is having the charter of duties of developing detection technologies for food borne pathogens and toxins of Biodefence importance as well as Military Nutrition. DIBT, Mysore invites applications from young, talented, and motivated Indian Nationals with requisite qualifications, who desire to pursue Defence related research as Research Associate (RA) and Junior Research Fellows (JRF).
DRDO Fellowship:
- Food Science &Technology / Food Processing Engineering/Food Engineering & Technology/ Food Engineering
- Name of the Post: Research Associate
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Essential Qualification: PhD in Food Science & Technology/ Food Processing Engineering/ Food Engineering & Technology/Food Engineering
- OR
- M.Tech in Food Processing Engineering/Food Engineering & Technology/Food Engineering/Food Science & Technology with 3 years of Research experience with at least one research paper in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) Journal.
2. Microbiology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Bioinformatics/ Medical Genetics
- Name of the Post: JRF
- No. of Vacancies: 7
- Essential Qualification: Post Graduate degree in first Division from recognized University/Institute with valid NET/GATE score.
- OR
- Post Graduate degree in professional course (M.Tech) in first Division
3. Polymer Science & Technology / Polymer Science/ Polymer Chemistry/Chemistry
- Name of the Post: JRF
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Essential Qualification: Graduate degree in professional course (B.E / B Tech) in first Division with valid NET / GATE score.
- OR
- Post Graduate degree in professional course (M Tech) in first Division
- OR
- Post Graduate degree in MSc first Division from recognized University/ Institute with valid NET/GATE score.
4. Polymer Science & Technology / Polymer Science/ Polymer Chemistry/Chemistry
- Name of the Post: JRF
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Essential Qualification: Post Graduate degree in first Division from recognized University/ Institute with valid NET/GATE score.
- OR
- Post Graduate degree in professional course (M.Tech) in first Division
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (RA)
- Monthly stipend is Rs. 67,000/- + HRA per month.
- The tenure of the Research Associate will be for a period of two years.
- Age not exceeding 35 years for RA as on the date of interview. Age relaxation is allowed up to 5 years for SC/ST and 3 Years for OBC candidates.
JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW (JRF)
- Monthly stipend is Rs.37,OOO/- + HRA per month.
- The tenure of the fellowship will be initially for a period of two years and based on performance, it may be extended for 3rd year and 4ü’ Year if required
- Age not exceeding 28 years for JRF as on the date of interview. Age relaxation is allowed up to 5 years for SC/ST and 3 Years for OBC candidates.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
- The award of RA/JRF will be as per DRDO rules. The offer of fellowship does not confer on fellows any right for absorption in DRDO. Admission shall not be claimed by any candidates as a matter of right.
- Only Candidates possessing the above-mentioned qualification(s) from recognized University / Institute may apply.
- Application form with supporting documents to be submitted to the Centre Head, DIBT, Siddarthanagar, Mysore-570011.
- Candidates must present original certificates and testimonials at the time of the interview. Additionally, candidates should bring a photocopy set of all documents along with application form and a valid government-issued ID card (such as Aadhar, Passport, or Driving License) during the interview.
- Candidates presently employed in Government Department/ PSU’s/Autonomous Bodies should send their application through proper channel and are required to produce NOC from their employer at the time of interview.
- A written test consisting of objective type, multiple choice questions will be conducted to shortlist the candidates for interview, if necessary.
- Based on the performance of candidates in the interview, a panel of selected candidates will be prepared for the available vacancies and future anticipated vacancies. The panel would operate for a period of one year from the date of interview. Decision of Centre
- Head, DIBT, Mysore will be the final in case of any discrepancy.
- The last date for receipt of applications is 30 days from the date of publication of advertisement.
- No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending interview or for joining, if selected.

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