DRDO DIHAR Recruitment 2026 for 16 Junior Research Fellow Posts

Defence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR), a laboratory under the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), has announced 16 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) vacancies for defence-related research projects. The vacancies are available in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and various Electronics/Electrical Engineering disciplines. Candidates require a first-division B.E./B.Tech with a valid GATE score or M.Tech with first division at both graduate and postgraduate levels. Selected JRFs will receive ₹37,000 per month plus HRA. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview on 1 September 2026 at the DIHAR Base Station in Chandigarh.

Name of OrganizationDefence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR), DRDO
Post NameJunior Research Fellow (JRF)
EducationFirst Division B.E./B.Tech with valid GATE Score OR M.Tech with First Division at Graduate and Postgraduate levels
Total Vacancies16
Salary₹37,000 per month + HRA
Age LimitMaximum 28 years as on 1 September 2026; relaxation applicable as per rules
Application FeeNo Application Fee
Selection ProcessScreening, Walk-in Interview and Document Verification
Apply ModeWalk-in
Job LocationHigh Altitude Region; interview at Chandigarh
Walk-in Date1 September 2026 at 8:45 AM

Vacancy Details

Post Name / DisciplineVacancyEducation
JRF – Civil Engineering2B.E./B.Tech with valid GATE Score OR M.Tech in relevant discipline
JRF – Mechanical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering & Production4B.E./B.Tech with valid GATE Score OR M.Tech in relevant discipline
JRF – Electronics/Electrical Engineering Disciplines10B.E./B.Tech with valid GATE Score OR M.Tech in relevant Electronics/Electrical discipline
Total16Relevant Engineering qualification

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official DRDO website and locate the DIHAR JRF Recruitment 2026 notification.
  2. Read the notification and verify the qualification, subject and other requirements for the JRF position.
  3. Prepare a neatly typed bio-data with the required personal and educational information.
  4. Arrange the original certificates for date of birth and essential educational qualifications.
  5. Carry one self-attested photocopy of each required certificate.
  6. Candidates currently employed with a Government department, PSU or autonomous organization should carry the required NOC.
  7. Report at DIHAR Base Station, Near 3 BRD, Industrial Area Phase-II, Chandigarh – 160002 by 8:45 AM on 1 September 2026.
  8. Complete document screening and attend the walk-in interview on the same day.

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