Research jobs in Bengaluru are mostly industry jobs. On this site today, 128 live listings are based in the city. About 112 of them are industry R&D roles, and 92 involve artificial intelligence. The academic and government labs are here too, and they hire steadily. The volume sits with companies.
This guide covers who hires in Bengaluru, what kind of work each place offers, and what to check before you apply.
At a glance
| Where | What they hire for |
|---|---|
| Amazon, NVIDIA, Microsoft, Adobe, Databricks | Applied scientists, research engineers, machine learning |
| Sarvam AI, Together AI, Observe.AI, Anthropic | AI research and engineering, Indian-language models |
| Intel, Micron, GlobalFoundries, Analog Devices | Chip design, verification, process and device work |
| Bosch | Automotive and industrial R&D |
| IISc, JNCASR, RRI, IIA | PhD positions, postdocs, project staff |
| DRDO labs, ISRO URSC, CSIR-NAL | JRF, SRF and Research Associate posts |
The companies
Amazon runs the largest research hiring in the city by some distance. NVIDIA, Microsoft, Adobe and Databricks all keep research teams here. The work is applied: you build things that ship.
A second group is smaller and moves faster. Sarvam AI works on Indian-language models. Together AI, Observe.AI and Anthropic all hire in Bengaluru. Teams are small, so one person covers more ground.
The third group is silicon. Intel, Micron, GlobalFoundries and Analog Devices hire for chip design, verification and device work. This is where terms like DFT, RTL and physical design appear in job titles. A master’s in electronics or VLSI is the common entry route.
Most company adverts do not state pay. On this site, only 11 of the 128 Bengaluru listings give a figure. Ask early in the process.
The institutes
Bengaluru has an unusual concentration of research institutes for one city.
- IISc is the largest. It runs PhD admissions twice a year and advertises project posts through the year.
- JNCASR works in materials, chemistry and biology. It hires Research Associates and project staff.
- Raman Research Institute (RRI) covers astronomy, light and matter physics, and soft matter.
- Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) is headquartered here, with observatories elsewhere.
- NCBS and inStem sit on the same campus in north Bengaluru and work in biology.
- CSIR-NAL works on aerospace.
- ISRO’s U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) builds satellites and hires project staff.
Institute posts follow the national pay scales. A JRF is ₹37,000 a month, an SRF is ₹42,000, and a Research Associate is between ₹58,000 and ₹67,000. Our guide to JRF, SRF and RA pay explains the levels and who decides them.
DRDO in Bengaluru
Several DRDO laboratories are based in the city, and each works on something different.
- LRDE — radar
- CAIR — artificial intelligence and robotics
- ADE — aeronautical development
- DEBEL — bioengineering and electromedical work
- MTRDC — microwave tube devices
- DYSL-AI — one of the young scientist laboratories
DRDO fills most fellowships through walk-in interviews. There is often no online application. Some labs ask you to send an email first. A JRF pays ₹37,000 a month plus HRA.
Which lab is recruiting changes constantly. Check DRDO’s own vacancies page for what is open today. Our guide to DRDO walk-in interviews explains the two eligibility routes, the GATE validity trap and what to carry on the day.
What to check before you apply
- The exact post. “JRF” and “Project Associate-I” can ask for similar degrees and pay differently. A JRF needs NET or GATE. A Project Associate does not.
- Whether HRA is included. “₹31,000 + HRA” and “₹31,000” are different offers. Bengaluru rents make the difference large.
- The closing date and how it is counted. Walk-in ages and GATE validity are usually counted on the interview date.
- Work authorisation, for company roles. Some global teams post the same role in several countries.
Frequently asked questions
Which companies hire researchers in Bengaluru?
Amazon hires the most on this site, followed by NVIDIA, Sarvam AI, Intel, Bosch and Databricks. Microsoft, Adobe, Micron, GlobalFoundries, Analog Devices, Together AI, Observe.AI and Anthropic also hire here.
Do I need a PhD for an industry research job?
For research scientist titles, usually yes. Research engineer and applied scientist roles often take a master’s with strong project work. Read the qualifications line in the advert.
What does a JRF pay in Bengaluru?
₹37,000 a month plus HRA, which is the national rate set by DST. It is the same in every city. HRA varies by city.
Which DRDO labs are in Bengaluru?
LRDE, CAIR, ADE, DEBEL, MTRDC and DYSL-AI. Each covers a different field, and a fellowship is attached to a laboratory, so the work depends on where you apply.
How do I find out what a company role pays?
Ask. Only 11 of 128 Bengaluru listings on this site state a figure. Recruiters expect the question, and asking early saves everyone time.
Is Bengaluru only for computer science?
No. AI and chips dominate the volume. Astronomy, materials, biology and aerospace all have strong institutes here.
Where to look
We add new listings every day. You can browse industry R&D jobs, artificial intelligence jobs or everything currently open. Set up a free email alert on any job page to hear about new posts in your field.
Figures in this guide come from the live listings on this site on 27 September 2026 and from the DST pay scales. Company hiring changes quickly. If you find something out of date, tell us and we will fix it.
