DRDO DIHAR Recruitment 2026; Defence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR) under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has published a Walk-in Interview for the recruitment of 22 Junior Research Fellows (JRF) and 3 Research Associates (RA) for defence-related research projects. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview on 24 February 2026 at Chandigarh. For eligibility, age limit, salary and more details of this recruitment, please check the job description below.
DRDO DIHAR Recruitment Notification 2026
- Organization Name: DRDO-Defence Institute of High Altitude Research
- Post Name: Junior Research Fellows (JRF) and Research Associates
- Total Vacancy: 25
- Age Limit: Maximum 28 years (JRF), Maximum 35 years (RA)
- Salary: Rs. 37,00-67,000/-
- Selection Process: Walk-in Interview
- Interview Date: 24.02.2026
- Official Website: drdo.gov.in
DRDO DIHAR JRF & RA Vacancy 2026
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) - 22 Posts
- Research Associate (RA) - 03 Posts
DRDO DIHAR Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
(1) Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Candidates must have a B.Tech in First Division with valid GATE score OR M.Tech in First Division at both Graduate and Postgraduate level in the relevant subject.
(2) Research Associate (RA)
- Candidates must have M.Tech in relevant discipline with 3 years of research, teaching, or design & development experience after M.Tech and at least one research paper in an SCI journal.
See the official notification for more details.
Age Limit:
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Maximum 28 years
- Research Associate (RA): Maximum 35 years
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Government of India rules.
DRDO DIHAR Recruitment 2026 Pay Scale
- For JRF: Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA
- For RA: Rs. 67,000 per month + HRA
DRDO DIHAR Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Eligible candidates will have to appear for walk-in interview on 24th February 2026 at DIHAR Base Station, Near 3 BRD, Industrial Area Phase-II, Chandigarh - 160002. Candidates should bring original certificates of date of birth and qualification, self-attested copies, neatly typed bio-data and relevant experience documents (for RA). Government employees should bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
DIHAR Recruitment Important Dates
- Date of Interview: 24.02.2026
Important Links:
- Click Here: Notification PDF
- Click Here: Official Website
DRDO DIHAR Recruitment 2026 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1. How many total vacancies are published?
- Answer: There are 25 total vacancies.
Q2. What is the age limit?
- Answer: The maximum age is 28 years for JRF and 35 years for RA
Q3. Is there any written exam?
- Answer: No, selection is based on screening and walk-in interview only.
Q4. What is the walk-in interview date?
- Answer: The interview will be held on 24 February 2026.
