Defence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR), a laboratory under Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India, invites eligible candidates for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate (RA) positions to work on defence-related research projects. Selection will be through Walk-in Interview.
The DRDO DIHAR JRF & RA Recruitment 2026 for 18 Vacancies Walk-in Interview is scheduled on 01st September 2026. This article provides complete information about DIHAR JRF & RA 2026, including eligibility criteria, vacancy details, official notification PDF, and walk-in interview details.
DRDO DIHAR JRF & RA Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) & Research Associate (RA) |
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| Total Vacancies |
18 Posts |
| Age Limit |
JRF: 28 years | RA: 35 years |
| Salary |
JRF: ₹37,000 + HRA | RA: ₹67,000 + HRA |
| Minimum Qualification |
B.E./B.Tech / M.Tech (as per post) |
| Application Fee |
Nil |
| Selection Process |
Walk-in Interview |
| Job Location |
Chandigarh (Interview) / High Altitude Region |
| Walk-in Date |
01 September 2026 |
✅ DIHAR JRF & RA Vacancy 2026 Post Wise List:
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Post Name |
No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
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Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
16 |
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Research Associate (RA) |
02 |
✅ DIHAR JRF Subject-wise Vacancies 2026:
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Required Subject |
No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
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Civil Engineering |
02 |
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Mechanical Engineering / Mechanical Engg & Production |
04 |
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Electronics & Communication Engineering / Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering / Electronics & Control Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Communication Engineering |
10 |
✅ DIHAR RA Subject-wise Vacancies 2026:
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Required Subject |
No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
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Computer Science / IT Engineering |
01 |
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Electronics & Communication Engineering / Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering / Electronics & Control Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Communication Engineering |
01 |
✅ DIHAR JRF & RA 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Post Name |
Age Limit (as on 01.09.2026) |
Qualification & Experience |
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Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
Maximum 28 years |
B.E./B.Tech in First Division with valid GATE Score OR M.Tech in First Division at both Graduate and Post-Graduate level |
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Research Associate (RA) |
Maximum 35 years |
M.Tech in the relevant subject + 3 years of research, teaching or design-development experience after M.Tech + At least one research paper in an SCI journal |
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Government of India orders.
✅ DIHAR JRF & RA 2026 Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps: -
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Screening based on qualification and eligibility
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Walk-in Interview
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Document Verification
✅ DIHAR JRF & RA 2026 Application Fee:
- No Application Fee
- Payment Method: Not Applicable
✅ DIHAR JRF & RA 2026 Important Dates:
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Walk-in Interview Date |
01 September 2026 (Tuesday) |
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Reporting Time |
08:45 AM |
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Interview Venue |
DIHAR Base Station, Near 3 BRD, Industrial Area Phase-II, Chandigarh – 160002 |
✅ DIHAR JRF & RA 2026 Important Links:
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DRDO DIHAR JRF & RA Detailed Notification PDF |
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DRDO Official Website |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply DRDO DIHAR JRF & RA Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must appear for the Walk-in Interview. The steps are as follows:-
- Step 1: Check eligibility carefully as per the notification (qualification, age, subject).
- Step 2: Prepare neatly typed Bio-data and arrange original certificates of Date of Birth, Essential Qualification along with one self-attested photocopy of each.
- Step 3: Carry documents supporting preferential experience (for RA post, if applicable) and NOC (if working in Govt/PSU/Autonomous Body).
- Step 4: Report at the venue by 08:45 AM on 01 September 2026 for screening and interview.
- Step 5: Appear for document verification and interview on the same day. No TA/DA will be provided.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in DRDO DIHAR JRF & RA Recruitment 2026?
18 Posts (JRF – 16 | RA – 02).
What is the age limit for DRDO DIHAR JRF & RA Recruitment 2026?
JRF: Maximum 28 years | RA: Maximum 35 years (as on 01.09.2026) with applicable relaxations.
What is the stipend in DRDO DIHAR JRF & RA Recruitment 2026?
JRF: ₹37,000 + HRA per month | RA: ₹67,000 + HRA per month.
What is the selection process for DRDO DIHAR JRF & RA Recruitment 2026?
Screening based on eligibility followed by Walk-in Interview and Document Verification.
What is the application fee for DRDO DIHAR JRF & RA Recruitment 2026?
Nil (No application fee).
What are the important dates for DRDO DIHAR JRF & RA Recruitment 2026?
Walk-in Interview: 01 September 2026 (Reporting Time: 08:45 AM).