Overview
The Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT) has announced a recruitment drive for Post-Doctoral Fellowship positions, offering a monthly stipend of Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 55,000 along with research grants and overheads. Eligible candidates must hold a Ph.D. within three years of award or have submitted a thesis, and must be under 35 years of age (with relaxations for reserved categories). Applications are accepted offline until January 27, 2026, with selection conducted twice yearly based on research proposals and interviews.
Key Details
- Organization
- Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT)
- Qualification
- Ph.D. degree within 3 years of award or thesis submitted
- Vacancies
- 20
- Posted
- 11/19/2025
- Last date to apply
- 01/27/2026
Important Dates
| notification | 11/19/2025 |
| start_date | 11/19/2025 |
| last_date | 01/27/2026 |
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Selection Process
Candidates may apply at any time; selection occurs twice a year (June & December). Shortlisting is based on applications received two months prior to interview. Final selection is based on presentation of research proposal and interview by a committee. Foreign nationals can be considered in absentia, subject to clearance by DIAT/DRDO HQ.
How to Apply
Download and fill the application form from the DIAT website (www.diat.ac.in)., Attach CV, publications, research plan, Ph.D./provisional certificate, and any relevant documents., Send the filled application in a sealed envelope titled "Application for Admission to Post Doctoral Programme in the Department/School of ______" to Joint Registrar (Academics), DIAT, Girinagar, Pune 411025., Ensure the application reaches DIAT on or before January 27, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for DRDO DIAT Post Doctoral Fellowship Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline?
notification: 11/19/2025; start date: 11/19/2025; last date: 01/27/2026
What is the age limit?
Up to 35 years (relaxable for reserved & women candidates)
What is the selection process?
Candidates may apply at any time; selection occurs twice a year (June & December). Shortlisting is based on applications received two months prior to interview. Final selection is based on presentation of research proposal and interview by a committee. Foreign nationals can be considered in absentia, subject to clearance by DIAT/DRDO HQ.