DIHAR DRDO Recruitment 2026 | Walk-in Interview for JRF & RA Posts
DIHAR DRDO Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in Interview for JRF & Research Associate Posts
The Defence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR), a premier laboratory of DRDO, has released an official notification for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate (RA) recruitment through Walk-in Interview.
Selected candidates will work on defence-related R&D projects in high-altitude technologies.
🔔 Short Information – DIHAR DRDO Recruitment 2026
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Particulars
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Details
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Organization
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Defence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR), DRDO
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Posts
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Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Research Associate (RA)
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Total Vacancies
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25
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Mode of Selection
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Walk-in Interview
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Interview Date
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24 February 2026 (Tuesday)
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Reporting Time
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08:45 AM
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Interview Venue
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DIHAR Base Station, Chandigarh
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Job Location
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High Altitude / Project Locations
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📅 Important Date – DIHAR DRDO Recruitment 2026
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Event
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Date
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Walk-in Interview
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24-02-2026
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Reporting Time
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08:45 AM
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📌 Post-Wise Vacancy Details – DIHAR DRDO Recruitment 2026
🧪 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – 22 Posts
Required Disciplines
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Qualification
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Number of Posts
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B.Tech Civil Engineering
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02
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B.Tech Computer Science / IT
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04
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B.Tech Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Instrumentation
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06
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B.Tech Mechanical / Mechanical & Production
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06
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M.Tech (Material Science / ECE / Physics)
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01
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M.Tech/B.Tech Electronics & Instrumentation
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02
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Total
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22
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Essential Qualification
- B.Tech (First Division) with valid GATE score
OR
- M.Tech (First Division) at both Graduate & Post-Graduate level
🔬 Research Associate (RA) – 03 Posts
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Qualification
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Vacancies
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M.Tech Mechanical / Mechanical & Production
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01
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M.Tech Electronics & Instrumentation
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01
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M.Tech Computer Science / IT
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01
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Essential Qualification
- 03 years research / teaching / design & development experience after M.Tech
- At least one research paper in SCI journal
🎂 Age Limit (as on Interview Date)
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Post
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Upper Age Limit
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JRF
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28 Years
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RA
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35 Years
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✔ Age relaxation for SC / ST / OBC candidates as per GoI rules
💰 Fellowship / Stipend – DIHAR DRDO Recruitment 2026
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Post
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Fellowship
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JRF
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₹37,000 + HRA per month (Initial 2 years, extendable up to 5 years as per DRDO rules)
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RA
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₹67,000 + HRA per month (Maximum 2 years)
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📝 Selection Procedure – DIHAR DRDO Recruitment 2026
- Candidates will report at 08:45 AM
- Initial screening based on eligibility
- Interview on the same day for shortlisted candidates
- Final selection as per DIHAR / DRDO norms
📄 Documents Required at Interview
Candidates must bring:
1. Original certificates of Date of Birth & Qualification
2. One set of self-attested photocopies
3. Neatly typed Bio-data
4. Experience documents (for RA)
5. NOC (for candidates working in Govt./PSU/Autonomous bodies)
❌ No TA/DA will be paid.
⚠️ Important Conditions
- Fellowship does not guarantee absorption in DRDO
- Candidates must be medically fit and willing to work in high-altitude conditions
- Number of vacancies may increase or decrease
- Final decision rests with DIHAR
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❓ FAQs – DIHAR DRDO Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the interview date for DIHAR JRF & RA recruitment?
👉 24 February 2026
Q2. How many total vacancies are available?
👉 25 posts (22 JRF + 3 RA)
Q3. Is GATE mandatory for JRF?
👉 Yes, for B.Tech candidates. M.Tech candidates can apply without GATE.
Q4. Is this a permanent job?
👉 No, these are project-based research positions.
Q5. Where will the interview be held?
👉 DIHAR Base Station, Chandigarh
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