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Defence Institute of High Altitude Research DIHAR DRDO Leh Ladakh Junior Research Fellows/ Research Associates Advertisement Notice 2026

📅 08 August 2026

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Defence Institute of High-Altitude Research (DIHAR), a premier laboratory of the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), has announced a walk-in interview for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellows (JRF) and Research Associate (RA) positions.

रक्षा उच्च-ऊंचाई अनुसंधान संस्थान (DIHAR), रक्षा अनुसंधान एवं विकास संगठन (DRDO) की एक प्रमुख प्रयोगशाला, ने जूनियर रिसर्च फेलो (JRF) और रिसर्च एसोसिएट (RA) पदों के लिए वॉक-इन साक्षात्कार की घोषणा की है।

DIHAR is a frontier institute of DRDO located in the Leh-Ladakh region, working on high-altitude technologies and defence research projects.

DIHAR, लद्दाख-लेह क्षेत्र में स्थित DRDO का एक अग्रणी संस्थान है, जो उच्च-ऊंचाई प्रौद्योगिकियों और रक्षा अनुसंधान परियोजनाओं पर कार्य करता है।

Applications are invited from eligible candidates to work in defence-related research projects at DIHAR.

DIHAR में रक्षा-संबंधी अनुसंधान परियोजनाओं में कार्य करने के लिए पात्र उम्मीदवारों से आवेदन आमंत्रित किए जाते हैं।

📊 NUMBER OF VACANCIES: JRF – 16 posts, RA – 2 posts.

📊 रिक्तियों की संख्या: JRF – 16 पद, RA – 2 पद।

JRF vacancies – discipline-wise: Civil Engineering (02), Mechanical Engineering / Production (04), and Electronics & Communication / Instrumentation / Electrical / Control Engineering (10).

JRF रिक्तियाँ – विषय-वार: सिविल इंजीनियरिंग (02), मैकेनिकल इंजीनियरिंग / प्रोडक्शन (04), और इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स एवं संचार / इंस्ट्रूमेंटेशन / इलेक्ट्रिकल / कंट्रोल इंजीनियरिंग (10)।

RA vacancies – discipline-wise: Computer Science / IT (01), and Electronics & Communication / Instrumentation / Electrical / Control Engineering (01).

RA रिक्तियाँ – विषय-वार: कंप्यूटर साइंस / IT (01), और इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स एवं संचार / इंस्ट्रूमेंटेशन / इलेक्ट्रिकल / कंट्रोल इंजीनियरिंग (01)।

Essential Qualification for JRF: B.E./B.Tech in first division with a valid GATE score, OR M.Tech in first division at both graduate and post-graduate levels.

JRF के लिए आवश्यक योग्यता: B.E./B.Tech प्रथम श्रेणी में वैध GATE स्कोर के साथ, अथवा M.Tech स्नातक और स्नातकोत्तर दोनों स्तरों पर प्रथम श्रेणी में।

Essential Qualification for RA: M.Tech in the relevant discipline with at least 3 years of research/teaching/design/development experience after M.Tech, and at least one research paper in a SCI journal.

RA के लिए आवश्यक योग्यता: संबंधित विषय में M.Tech के साथ M.Tech के बाद कम से कम 3 वर्ष का शोध/शिक्षण/डिजाइन/विकास अनुभव, तथा SCI जर्नल में कम से कम एक शोध पत्र।

Upper Age Limit: 28 years for JRF and 35 years for RA as on the date of walk-in-interview. Relaxation as per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC.

अधिकतम आयु सीमा: JRF के लिए 28 वर्ष और RA के लिए 35 वर्ष (वॉक-इन साक्षात्कार की तिथि पर)। SC/ST/OBC उम्मीदवारों को सरकारी नियमों के अनुसार छूट।

Stipend (monthly) and tenure: JRF – ₹37,000 + HRA per month for an initial period of two years, with performance-based extension up to a maximum of 5 years.

वेतन (मासिक) और अवधि: JRF – ₹37,000 + HRA प्रति माह प्रारंभिक दो वर्षों के लिए, प्रदर्शन के आधार पर अधिकतम 5 वर्ष तक विस्तार।

RA: ₹67,000 + HRA per month for a maximum period of two years.

RA: ₹67,000 + HRA प्रति माह अधिकतम दो वर्षों के लिए।

Walk-in Interview Date & Venue: 01 September 2026 (Tuesday) at DIHAR Base Station, Near 3 BRD, Industrial Area Phase-II, Chandigarh – 160002. Reporting time: 08:45 hours.

वॉक-इन साक्षात्कार की तिथि और स्थान: 01 सितंबर 2026 (मंगलवार) को DIHAR बेस स्टेशन, नियर 3 BRD, इंडस्ट्रियल एरिया फेज़-II, चंडीगढ़ – 160002। रिपोर्टिंग समय: 08:45 बजे।

Screening of candidates based on qualifications will be done initially, and only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on the same day.

योग्यता के आधार पर प्रारंभिक स्क्रीनिंग की जाएगी, और केवल शॉर्टलिस्ट किए गए उम्मीदवारों का उसी दिन साक्षात्कार लिया जाएगा।

Documents to bring: Original and self-attested copies of date of birth and qualification certificates, a neatly typed bio-data, and documents in support of experience (for RA). Candidates from Govt/PSU/Autonomous bodies must bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their present employer.

साथ लाने योग्य दस्तावेज़: जन्म तिथि और शैक्षणिक प्रमाणपत्रों की मूल प्रतियां एवं स्व-सत्यापित प्रतियां, एक टाइप की हुई जीवन-वृत्ति, तथा RA के लिए अनुभव संबंधी दस्तावेज़। सरकारी/PSU/स्वायत्त निकायों के उम्मीदवारों को अपने वर्तमान नियोक्ता से No Objection Certificate (NOC) लाना होगा।

General Conditions: The fellowship/associateship is governed by DRDO rules and does not confer any right for absorption in DRDO. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or joining.

सामान्य शर्तें: फेलोशिप/एसोसिएटशिप DRDO नियमों द्वारा शासित होगी और DRDO में अवशोषण का कोई अधिकार नहीं देगी। साक्षात्कार में उपस्थित होने या ज्वाइन करने के लिए कोई TA/DA नहीं दिया जाएगा।

Candidates should be medically fit and willing to work in high-altitude environmental conditions. The number of seats may increase or decrease without prior notice.

उम्मीदवारों को चिकित्सकीय रूप से फिट होना चाहिए और उच्च-ऊंचाई वाली पर्यावरणीय परिस्थितियों में काम करने के लिए इच्छुक होना चाहिए। सीटों की संख्या बिना पूर्व सूचना के बढ़ या घट सकती है।

Grant of fellowship/associateship is entirely at the discretion of DIHAR, and the institute may refuse any candidate without assigning any reason.

फेलोशिप/एसोसिएटशिप प्रदान करना पूर्णतः DIHAR के विवेकाधीन होगा, और संस्थान बिना किसी कारण बताए किसी भी उम्मीदवार को अस्वीकार कर सकता है।

📌 Contact & Venue Details
📞 Tele: 0172[dot]2639800, 2638900 (office hours)
📍 Venue: DIHAR Base Station, Near 3 BRD, Industrial Area Phase-II, Chandigarh – 160002
🌐 Official: drdo[dot]gov[dot]in

How to Apply: Interested candidates must appear for the walk-in interview on 01 September 2026 at the designated venue with all required documents in original and self-attested copies. No prior application form is mentioned; candidates should bring a neatly typed bio-data.

आवेदन कैसे करें: इच्छुक उम्मीदवारों को 01 सितंबर 2026 को निर्धारित स्थान पर सभी आवश्यक दस्तावेजों (मूल एवं स्व-सत्यापित प्रतियों) के साथ वॉक-इन साक्षात्कार में उपस्थित होना होगा। किसी पूर्व आवेदन पत्र की आवश्यकता नहीं है; उम्मीदवारों को एक टाइप की हुई जीवन-वृत्ति लानी होगी।

Defence Institute of High Altitude Research DIHAR DRDO Leh Ladakh Junior Research Fellows/ Research Associates Advertisement Notice 2026

📈 DRDO DIHAR Recruitment 2026 – Research Fellowships
The Defence Institute of High-Altitude Research (DIHAR) under DRDO offers a prestigious opportunity for engineering graduates and postgraduates to work on cutting-edge defence technologies in the challenging high-altitude environment of Leh-Ladakh. The walk-in interview for 18 positions (16 JRF + 2 RA) is scheduled for 1 September 2026 in Chandigarh.

JRF positions are open for Civil, Mechanical, and Electronics/Electrical/Instrumentation engineering disciplines, with a stipend of ₹37,000 + HRA and a tenure of up to 5 years. RA posts are for Computer Science/IT and Electronics/Electrical domains, offering ₹67,000 + HRA for two years. Both roles require a first‑class academic record and, for JRF, a valid GATE score; for RA, three years of post‑M.Tech experience and at least one SCI journal paper.

Candidates are advised to reach the venue by 8:45 AM with original certificates, bio‑data, and NOC (if applicable). This is a contractual engagement with no absorption in DRDO, but it provides excellent exposure to defence research. Keep track of the official DRDO website for any changes in the number of seats or other conditions.

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A: There is no online application form. Candidates must appear in person for the walk‑in interview on 01 September 2026 at 08:45 AM at the DIHAR Base Station, Chandigarh. No prior registration is required; bring all documents on that day.

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Defence Institute of High Altitude Research DIHAR DRDO Leh Ladakh Junior Research Fellows/ Research Associates Advertisement Notice 2026

Defence Institute of High Altitude Research DIHAR DRDO Leh Ladakh Junior Research Fellows/ Research Associates Advertisement Notice 2026
Defence Institute of High Altitude Research DIHAR DRDO Leh Ladakh Junior Research Fellows/ Research Associates Advertisement Notice 2026

Defence Institute of High Altitude Research DIHAR DRDO Leh Ladakh Junior Research Fellows/ Research Associates Advertisement Notice 2026

Defence Institute of High Altitude Research DIHAR DRDO Leh Ladakh Junior Research Fellows/ Research Associates Advertisement Notice 2026

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