DIAT Recruitment 2026 is for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering of the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Girinagar, Pune. The post is under a MoES-sponsored research project and is purely temporary for 10 months or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier. The stipend is ₹37,000/- + HRA (as applicable) per month. You need B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc. in CSE/IT/ECE or a related domain in First Division with NET/GATE, or M.E./M.Tech. in the same fields with First Division at both graduate and postgraduate level. Applications go by email to the Principal Investigator on or before 6 November 2026.
DIAT Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Girinagar, Pune - 411 025 |
| Advertisement No. | 31-2026/JRF/DIAT |
| Department | Department of Computer Science & Engineering |
| Project | "Automatic Characterization and identification of various water species from underwater video using Deep Learning Models" |
| Funding Agency | MoES (MoES-sponsored research project) |
| Tenure | Purely temporary for 10 months or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier |
| Post Name(s) | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Vacancies | 01 |
| Pay | ₹37,000/- + HRA (as applicable) per month (monthly stipend) |
| Age Limit | Not to exceed 28 years as on 6 November 2026 (relaxable for SC/ST, Women, PwBD and OBC (NCL)) |
| Job Location | DIAT, Pune |
| Application Mode | Email ([email protected]) |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 November 2026 |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
About DIAT
The Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT) is in Girinagar, Pune. It is a Deemed to be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, under the Department of Defence Research & Development, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India. Its Department of Computer Science & Engineering is recruiting this JRF for a MoES-sponsored project on finding and identifying water species in underwater video using deep learning models.
Who Can Apply
The notice says the department is looking for "young Scientists/Engineers" for the JRF position. The essential qualification is either of the following:
- B.E./ B.Tech/ M.Sc. in CSE/IT/ECE or related domain in First Division with NET/GATE
- OR M.E./M.Tech. in CSE/IT/ECE or related domain with First Division both at Graduate & Post Graduate level
The qualification or experience must have been obtained from recognized Universities / Institutions/Industries.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The upper age limit is "not to exceed 28 years". The crucial date for working out the upper age limit is 6 November 2026.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST, Women & PwBD | Up to 05 years |
| OBC (NCL) | Up to 03 years |
See the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post.
Pay and Tenure
- Stipend: ₹37,000/- + HRA (as applicable) per month.
- Medical: On top of the monthly stipend, you get medical facilities limited to MI Room facilities.
- Tenure: The position is purely temporary for 10 months or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier.
- No absorption: A JRF offer does not give any right to absorption in DIAT, Pune.
- Ph.D.: Recruited Fellows will be encouraged to register for a Ph.D. at DIAT through proper channels, as per DIAT norms.
How to Apply for DIAT Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Applications go by email to the Principal Investigator. The notice says the documents may be sent this way, as one PDF file:
- Get the application form. The notice says it is available on the website.
- Put together a brief bio-data, duly signed, along with the filled application form.
- Add proof of date of birth, and the BE./B.Tech and M.E/M.Tech mark sheets and degree certificates.
- Combine everything into a single PDF file.
- Email it to [email protected] with the subject "Application for JRF", on or before 6 November 2026.
The Screening Committee may consider qualifications and experience above the minimum. Because of this, the notice tells candidates to list all of them clearly in the application, with supporting documents.
Selection and Interview
Selection is through shortlisting and then an interview.
- Shortlisting: Applicants are called for the interview based on how well they suit the project. The prescribed qualifications are the bare minimum, and having them does not guarantee a place at every stage. If there are many applications, the Principal Investigator may limit the number called for interview, based on the Screening Committee's recommendations. This would take into account qualifications and experience above the minimum prescribed.
- Intimation: Shortlisted candidates will be told individually by email.
- Interview mode: The interview will be "in-person" or "via video conferencing", whichever suits DIAT. Shortlisted candidates will be told which.
- What to bring: The original application with all necessary educational and other supporting documents, project reports, publications etc., plus 1 (one) set of self-attested copies of each.
- TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Important Instructions
- The selected candidate must join duty immediately on receiving the offer letter.
- For details or clarification, contact Dr. Upasna Singh, PI, Department of Computer Science & Engineering, or Prof. Odelu Ojjela, Co-PI. Telephone: (020) 2460 4533 /37/3/39. Mobile: +91 9420213114/ 7798868907.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| DIAT JRF Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. 31-2026/JRF/DIAT) | Full notice |
| DIAT Official Website | Defence Institute of Advanced Technology, Pune |