Defence Research & Development Organisation Research Fellow Salaries by 20+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 5 years exp.

₹3.7 Lakhs - ₹6.4 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

25% less than the average Research Fellow Salary in Defence & Aerospace Companies for 1 - 5 years of experience

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Research & Development Research Fellow Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (13 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr
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Engineering - Software & QA Research Fellow Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr

Last Updated: 13 Jan 2025

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Aeronautical Development Agency Research Fellow Salary 0 - 2 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr 4% more
BARC Research Fellow Salary 5 - 7 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹9.6 L/yr 66% more
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Reliance Life Sciences Research Fellow Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (51 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr At par
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar Research Fellow Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (24 salaries)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr 13% less
National Institute of Public Finance & Policy Research Fellow Salary 0 - 4 years exp. (15 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr 37% more

Research Fellow salary at Defence Research & Development Organisation ranges between ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 29 latest salaries received from various employees of Defence Research & Development Organisation.

Experience wise Defence Research & Development Organisation Research Fellow salaries

Last Updated: 13 Jan 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (3 salaries)	₹4.1 L/yr - ₹5.6 L/yr
2 years (3 salaries)	₹3.8 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr
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3 years (9 salaries)	₹3.7 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr
4 years (8 salaries)	₹3.9 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr
5 years (6 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹6.4 L/yr

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₹5 L/yr - ₹6.3 L/yr

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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹4.6 L/yr

Salary related reviews for Defence Research & Development Organisation

3.2

Rated by 10 employees for salary & benefits

Junior Research Fellow in New Delhi

Full Time

Research & Development Department

4.0

• posted on 30 Nov 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Seniors are helpful provide all study material and research equipments

Job security - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

The Salary package, I feel working in govt organization (highly qualified people who cleared many exams and interviews) are underpaid.

Full Stack Developer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Intern

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 27 Nov 2024

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Working at the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) is appreciated for several reasons: Collaborative Environment: Employees value the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in defense technology, fostering a strong network and learning environment. Work-Life Balance: Many reviews highlight a good work-life balance with lenient working hours, contributing to employee satisfaction. Diverse Opportunities: DRDO offers a variety of projects and roles, allowing for significant learning and professional growth, although advancement may be slower.

Salary - Excellent

+6 more

Dislikes

Discontent with working at the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) often stems from several factors: Low Pay: Many employees feel that salaries are not competitive compared to private sector roles, particularly in tech. Slow Career Progression: Career advancement is perceived as slow, leading some to view DRDO as a stepping stone to better opportunities.

Major Developer in RCI HYDERABAD

Contractual

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 26 May 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Feeling proud to work for country, DRDO Environment is very peaceful , get chance to work with knowledgeable scientists. Learned new skills and work on both hardware software .

Skill development - Good

+4 more

Dislikes

Satisfied but salary is not good as compared to private sectors.

Quaity Control Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Quality Assurance Department

5.0

• posted on 04 May 2021

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...gement is transparent. There is a huge cafeteria and gaming arcade for chilling. Company policies are good, appraisals are fair and they give good salary hike and bonus every year.

Salary - Good

+6 more

Scientist

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 06 Jul 2019

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...balance is very good, no transfer without request or requirement so stable life. Salary is also handsome after 7th pay commission.

Salary - Excellent

+6 more

Dislikes

Learning is slow since research oriented and on fields related to military warfare, so technical sources are not open.

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Defence Research & Development Organisation Research Fellow Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Research Fellow at Defence Research & Development Organisation?

Research Fellow salary at Defence Research & Development Organisation in India ranges between ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs for experience between 1 years to 5 years. According to our estimates it is 25% less than the average Research Fellow Salary in India. Salary estimates are based on 29 latest salaries received from various employees of Defence Research & Development Organisation India.

How does the salary of a Research Fellow at Defence Research & Development Organisation India compare with the average salary range for this job?

The average salary of a Research Fellow at Defence Research & Development Organisation is 25% less than the average salary of a Research Fellow in India. To know exact salary insights, login to view.

Which similar companies are paying more than Defence Research & Development Organisation to a Research Fellow in India?

BARC Research Fellow Salary - ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹9.6 Lakhs per year
National Institute of Public Finance & Policy Research Fellow Salary - ₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹8.5 Lakhs per year
Aeronautical Development Agency Research Fellow Salary - ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year

What is the salary of a Research Fellow in companies similar to Defence Research & Development Organisation in India?

Reliance Life Sciences Research Fellow Salary - ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar Research Fellow Salary - ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year

What is the estimated take home salary of a Research Fellow at Defence Research & Development Organisation in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Research Fellow at Defence Research & Development Organisation ranges between ₹36,116 per month to ₹37,339 per month in India. The take-home salary calculation is based on the average Defence Research & Development Organisation Research Fellow salary in India which ranges between ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 years to 5 years. Check how did we calculate take home salary?

What is the notice period for Research Fellow at Defence Research & Development Organisation?

According to AmbitionBox, 53% of the Defence Research & Development Organisation Research Fellows reported a notice period of 1 Month, 41% reported a notice period of 15 days or less and the remaining reported other notice period durations. This is based on 17 responses on AmbitionBox in last 2 years.

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Defence Research & Development Organisation Research Fellow salary in India ranges between ₹3.7 Lakhs to ₹6.4 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 29 Defence Research & Development Organisation latest salaries received from various employees of Defence Research & Development Organisation.

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