Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune, under the Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India, has released the latest recruitment notification for the posts of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Intern (Advt. No. 10-2026/JRF/INTERN/DIAT). Interested candidates looking for Sarkari Naukri can apply online via email for a total of 03 vacancies before the last date, 18th June 2026. Candidates are highly advised to read the complete official notification thoroughly before applying to ensure they meet all educational and age eligibility criteria.
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT) JRF / Intern Recruitment 2026 Details
| Important Dates | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | Already Started |
| Last Date for Apply | 18th June 2026 |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm from the DIAT Pune official website.
| Application Fee | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| All Category Female | ₹ 0/- (Nil) |
| Payment Mode | No Application Fee Required |
DIAT Pune Recruitment 2026: Age Limit as on 18th June 2026
- Minimum Age: Not Specified
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- Age Relaxation: Extra age relaxation provided as per DIAT Recruitment Rules. Specifically, up to 05 years for SC/ST, Women & PwBD and 03 years for OBC (NCL) candidates.
DIAT JRF and Intern Vacancy Details 2026 : Total 03 Posts
The recruitment is being conducted for an institute-level research project titled “Development of X-Band MIMO Radar System”.
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): 01 Post
- Research Intern: 02 Posts (Note: On failure to recruit JRF, Research Interns may be recruited)
Post Name and Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | • B.E. / B.Tech / M.Sc. in Electronics and related branches in First Division with valid NET / GATE score. OR• M.E. / M.Tech. in Electronics and related branches with First Division at both Graduate & Post Graduate levels. |
| Research Intern | • B.E. / B.Tech / M.Sc. in Electronics and related branches. |
Note: Recruited Fellows shall be encouraged to register for a Ph.D. at this institute through proper channels as per DIAT norms.
Mode of Selection Process
The selection for DIAT Pune Recruitment 2026 will be based on the following chronological stages:
- Shortlisting of Applications: Based on educational qualifications and experience.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be individually informed via email. The mode of interview will be “in-person” or “via video conferencing”.
- Document Verification: Candidates must bring original applications and all supporting documents at the time of the in-person interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
DIAT Pune Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026
Since the selection for this project is entirely based on Shortlisting and a Direct Interview, there is no specific written examination or syllabus. Candidates are advised to prepare well in their core subject domains (Electronics Engineering and related branches) for the technical interview.
How To Apply Online for DIAT Pune Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the DIAT JRF / Research Intern post can submit their application online before 18th June 2026. Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
- Step 1: Visit the official website of DIAT Pune or download the application format from the direct link below.
- Step 2: Prepare a brief bio-data and completely fill out the Application form. Ensure it is duly signed.
- Step 3: Collect self-attested copies of Proof of Date of Birth, B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech mark sheets, and degree certificates.
- Step 4: Scan all the documents along with the application form and combine them into a Single PDF File.
- Step 5: Email this single PDF file directly to the Principal Investigator at rajesh_singh@diat.ac.in.
- Step 6: You MUST keep the subject of the email titled exactly as “Application for JRF or Research Intern”.
- Step 7: Save the sent email and keep your original documents safe, as they will be required during the interview/document verification stage.
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Important Links
| Important Links | Direct Links |
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| Apply Online Form (Email ID) | Send Application PDF to: rajesh_singh@diat.ac.in |
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Important Question about recruitment (FAQ)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for DIAT JRF and Research Intern Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the application form via email is 18th June 2026.
Q2: What is the upper age limit for the DIAT JRF/Intern posts?
Ans: The maximum age limit is 28 years as of the cut-off date (18 June 2026). Age relaxation is provided up to 5 years for SC/ST/Women/PwBD and 3 years for OBC candidates.
Q3: How much is the application fee?
Ans: There is no application fee required to apply for this DIAT recruitment.
Q4: What is the monthly stipend for the JRF and Research Intern?
Ans: Selected Junior Research Fellows (JRF) will receive a consolidated monthly stipend of ₹37,000/-, while Research Interns will receive ₹18,500/- per month.
Q5: What is the mode of the selection process?
Ans: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their qualifications and will be called for an interview, which may be conducted either in-person or via video conferencing.
