Defence Institute of High Altitude Research under Defence Research and Development Organisation has released a notification for walk-in interview for Junior Research Fellow and Research Associate posts.
Applications are invited from eligible candidates to work on defence related research projects at high altitude locations. The recruitment will be conducted through walk-in interview without any written examination.
Candidates must check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, stipend, and interview schedule before appearing for the interview.
Overview of DIHAR DRDO Recruitment 2026
| Organisation | Defence Research and Development Organisation |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow, Research Associate |
| No. of Posts | 25 |
| Category | Government |
| Type | Contractual Fellowship |
| Job Location | Leh-Ladakh / Project Locations |
| Application Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Selection Process | Screening and Interview |
All important information related to this recruitment is provided below. Candidates are advised to read all details carefully.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates.
| Walk-in Interview Date | 24 February 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 08:45 AM |
Vacancy Details of DIHAR Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | 22 |
| Research Associate | 03 |
Eligibility Criteria of DIHAR Vacancies
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | B.Tech in first division with valid GATE score OR M.Tech in first division at both Graduate and Post Graduate level | Up to 28 years |
| Research Associate | M.Tech with 3 years research, teaching or design and development experience At least one research paper in SCI journal | Up to 35 years |
Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST and OBC candidates as per Government of India rules.
Stipend and Tenure
The fellowship stipend and tenure details are given below.
| Post Name | Monthly Stipend | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | Rs. 37,000/- plus HRA | Initially 2 years, extendable up to 5 years |
| Research Associate | Rs. 67,000/- plus HRA | Up to 2 years |
Selection Process
The selection process includes the following steps:
- Screening of candidates based on qualification
- Walk-in interview on the same day for shortlisted candidates
How to Apply for DIHAR Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must report for walk-in interview at the given venue with the following documents:
- Original certificates of date of birth and essential qualifications
- Self-attested copies of certificates
- Neatly typed bio-data
- Documents related to experience for Research Associate post, if applicable
- No Objection Certificate from employer for government or PSU employees
Walk-in Interview Venue
DIHAR Base Station, Near 3 BRD, Industrial Area Phase-II, Chandigarh – 160002
DIHAR Official Notification Details
- Official Notification
- Website: https://drdo.gov.in