Browse the latest Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL) Recruitment 2026 notifications here. SSPL is a DRDO laboratory engaged in research and development of advanced semiconductor materials, devices, and solid-state technologies for defence applications. Find the latest vacancies, eligibility, application process, important dates, and official notification links.
SSPL Recruitment 2026 for 23 Junior Research Fellow & Research Associate Posts | Walk-ins: 01, 02, 08 & 09 September 2026
The Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), a premier laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has released the DRDO SSPL Recruitment 2026 notification for 23 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate (RA) fellowships. Candidates with M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, or Ph.D. qualifications in relevant disciplines can attend the walk-in interview. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in defence research in Physics and Electronics. Eligible candidates can appear for the walk-in interviews scheduled from 01 September to 09 September 2026 as per the discipline-wise schedule. Check the complete details regarding vacancies, eligibility, stipend, selection process, and walk-in procedure below.
M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech with NET/GATE (as applicable)
Research Associate (RA)
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Ph.D. or M.E./M.Tech with 3 years of research experience
Other Requirement
Candidates must carry the prescribed application form in the specified format.
Attested copies of educational certificates, NET/GATE scorecard, publications, experience certificates, and other required documents should be submitted.
Candidates employed in Government, PSU, or Autonomous Bodies must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
Original documents must be produced for verification during the interview.
Electronic gadgets are not permitted inside the SSPL premises.
Due Date
Walk-in Interview Dates: 01, 02, 08 & 09 September 2026
Salary
Junior Research Fellow (JRF): ₹37,000 per month
Research Associate (RA): ₹67,000 per month
Age Limit
Junior Research Fellow: Maximum 28 Years
Research Associate: Maximum 35 Years
Age relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 Years
OBC: 3 Years
Other categories: As per Government of India rules
Application Fee
No application fee.
Selection Process
Walk-in Interview
Screening Test (if required)
Document Verification
How to Apply
Download the prescribed application form (Appendix ‘A’) from the official notification.
Fill in the application form completely and affix a recent passport-size photograph.
Attach attested copies of educational certificates, NET/GATE scorecard, experience certificates, publications, caste certificate (if applicable), and other required documents.
Bring all original certificates for verification.
Candidates working in Government, PSU, or Autonomous Bodies should carry a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC).
Report to the interview venue at 09:30 AM on the scheduled date according to your discipline.
Attend the screening test, if conducted, followed by the interview.
SSPL DRDO Recruitment 2026 for 41+ ITI, Diploma & Graduate Apprentice Posts | Last Date: 21st August 2026
Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), Delhi, under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, has released the SSPL DRDO Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for ITI, Diploma, and Graduate Apprentice posts. The apprenticeship training will be conducted for a period of 12 months under the Apprentices Act, 1961. Candidates who have passed ITI, Diploma, Graduation, or B.E./B.Tech. with First Division between 2022 and 2026 are eligible to apply. Selection will be based on shortlisting of applications followed by document verification. Interested candidates must submit their offline applications by 21 August 2026.
ITI (First Division) in relevant trade + 10th Pass
Diploma Apprentice
As per requirement
Diploma (First Division) in relevant engineering discipline
Graduate Apprentice
As per requirement
Graduation or B.E./B.Tech. (First Division) in relevant discipline
Other Requirements
Registration on the appropriate apprenticeship portal is mandatory.
Candidates must submit self-attested copies of all required documents.
Apprenticeship training duration will be 12 months.
Salary
Post
Stipend
ITI / Diploma / Graduate Apprentice
As per Apprenticeship Rules
Age Limit
As per the Apprentices Act, 1961
Application Fee
Application Fee: Nil
Selection Process
Shortlisting of Applications
Verification of Credentials / Documents
Execution of Apprenticeship Contract
How to Apply
Register on the relevant apprenticeship portal (Apprenticeship India for ITI candidates or NATS for Diploma and Graduate candidates).
Download and fill the prescribed application form.
Attach self-attested photocopies of educational certificates, mark sheets, registration proof, and other required documents.
Send the completed application form by post to the following address before 21 August 2026:Director, SSPL Kind Attention: HRD, SSPL, DRDO Lucknow Road, Timarpur Delhi – 110054