DIHAR DRDO JRF & RA Recruitment 2026 for 25 posts. Walk-in Interview on 24 Feb 2026. Check eligibility, salary ₹67,000, age limit, exam pattern & selection process.
Advertising No.DIHAR/DRDO Walk-in Interview 2026
Introduction:
The Defence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR) is an important research institute under DRDO. It works on defence technology and high altitude research projects. This recruitment is a great opportunity for engineering graduates and postgraduates to work with DRDO. Selected candidates will gain valuable research experience and receive a good salary. This fellowship helps candidates build a strong career in defence research.
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DIHAR DRDO JRF RA Recruitment 2026- Overview:
organization name | Defence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR) |
|---|---|
post name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Research Associate (RA) |
post type | Temporary Research Fellowship (Project Based, Not Permanent) |
application mode | Walk-in Interview (Offline Mode) |
application fees | Nil |
no of vacancies | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 22 Research Associate (RA) 03 Total 25 |
education qualification | B.Tech with valid GATE score or M.Tech in relevant discipline for JRF, and M.Tech with 3 years research experience plus one SCI journal paper for RA post. |
selection process | Selection Procedure: Selection will be based on: Document Verification Qualification Screening Walk-in Interview No written exam |
age limit (as on interview date) | JRF 28 years(Max.) RA 35 years(Max.) Age relaxation available for: SC / ST – 5 years OBC – 3 years As per Government Rules |
salary | JRF ₹37,000 per month + HRA RA ₹67,000 per month + HRA Duration of Fellowship: JRF: Initially 2 years, extendable up to 5 years based on performance RA: Maximum 2 years |
Job Location | DIHAR, Leh-Ladakh (Project Work) Interview Location: Chandigarh |
DIHAR DRDO JRF RA Recruitment 2026- Important Date & Time:
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 10 February 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 24 February 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Reporting Time | 08:45 AM |
| Interview Venue | DIHAR Base Station, Near 3 BRD, Industrial Area Phase-II, Chandigarh – 160002 |
DIHAR DRDO JRF RA Recruitment 2026- Education Qualification:
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
B.Tech in First Division with valid GATE score
ORM.Tech in First Division (both Graduation & Post Graduation)
Subjects Required:
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science / IT
- Electronics & Communication / Instrumentation
- Mechanical Engineering
- Material Science
- Physics
Research Associate (RA)
- M.Tech in relevant discipline
- Minimum 3 years research/teaching/design experience
- At least one research paper in SCI Journal
DIHAR DRDO JRF RA Recruitment 2026- Documents Required:
Original & Self-attested copies of:
Date of Birth Certificate
Educational Qualification Certificates
GATE Scorecard (if applicable)
Typed Bio-data / Resume
Experience Certificates (for RA)
NOC (for Govt/PSU candidates)
DIHAR DRDO JRF RA Recruitment 2026- Important Direct Link:
DIHAR DRDO JRF RA Recruitment 2026- Exam Tips Preparation:
Since this recruitment is based on Walk-in Interview (no written exam), your preparation should focus on technical knowledge + research skills + confidence.
✅ 1. Revise Your Core Subjects
Revise main subjects of your branch (Mechanical / CSE / ECE / Civil / Instrumentation, etc.)
Focus on:
Basics & formulas
Final year project topics
Practical applications
✅ 2. Prepare Research & Project Work
Be ready to explain:
Your final year project
Any research paper / internship
Tools & software used (MATLAB, Python, AutoCAD, etc.)
RA candidates must prepare their SCI journal paper details
✅ 3. Know About Organization
Read about:
- Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- Defence Institute of High Altitude Research (DIHAR)
Their work in:
High altitude research
Defence technology
Engineering & scientific projects
✅ 4. Common Interview Questions Practice
- Tell me about yourself
- Why do you want to join DIHAR / DRDO?
- Explain your project
- Technical questions from your branch
- Future research goals
✅ 5. Prepare Documents Properly
Carry:
- Original certificates + self-attested copies
- Resume / Bio-data
- GATE scorecard (if applicable)
- Experience certificate (for RA)
- Passport size photos
✅ 6. Improve Communication Skills
- Speak clearly & confidently
- Don’t rush answers
- If you don’t know an answer, say honestly
✅ 7. Dress & Time Management
- Formal dress preferred
- Reach venue before 08:45 AM
- Sleep well before interview day
⭐ Bonus Tips
Revise:
Engineering Mathematics
Core subject basics
Practice mock interview with friend
Carry a notebook & pen
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DIHAR DRDO JRF RA Recruitment 2026- How To Apply:
- Read the official notification carefully
- Prepare your updated bio-data
- Collect all required documents
- Reach interview location before reporting time
- Attend document verification
- Attend interview
- No online application required.
DIHAR DRDO JRF RA Recruitment 2026- FAQs?
Q1. Total number of vacancies?
👉Answer: 25 Posts
Q2. Selection process?
👉Answer: Walk-in Interview only
Q3. Application fees?
👉Answer: No fees
Q4. Salary of JRF?
👉Answer: ₹37,000 + HRA
Q5. Job type permanent or temporary?
👉Answer: Temporary research fellowship
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