Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune has opened a fresh research recruitment for one Senior Research Fellow and one Junior Research Fellow under Advertisement No. 32-2026/SRF/JRF/DIAT. The posts are attached to a DRDO-sponsored Applied Mathematics project on intelligent prognostics and data-science methods for aircraft-engine health monitoring. Applications are accepted by email and must reach the Principal Investigator by 9 November 2026. The SRF carries ₹42,000 plus 30% HRA per month, while the JRF carries ₹37,000 plus 30% HRA. Both appointments are purely temporary for six months or until the project ends, whichever is earlier. For basic eligibility, DIAT is looking for a first-division engineering or science background in areas such as Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Modelling & Simulation, Computer Science, IT, Electronics or Electronics & Communication, using the NET/GATE or postgraduate route stated in the notice. The SRF position additionally requires at least two years of relevant research, teaching or industrial experience. DIAT will shortlist suitable applicants and conduct the interview either in person or through video conferencing. Candidates should send the signed application and supporting academic records together as one PDF file, keeping a copy safely ready for the later interview stage.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune |
| Department | Applied Mathematics |
| Advertisement No. | 32-2026/SRF/JRF/DIAT |
| Project | A Data Science Perspective for IVHM of Aircraft Engines Design and Development of Intelligent Prognostics |
| Sponsoring agency | DRDO |
| Total vacancies | 2 |
| Posts | Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Employment nature | Purely temporary project engagement |
| Tenure | 6 months or co-terminus with project, whichever is earlier |
| Application mode | |
| Last date | 9 November 2026 |
| Job location | DIAT, Girinagar, Pune |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Monthly stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 1 | ₹42,000 + 30% HRA |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 | ₹37,000 + 30% HRA |
| Total | 2 | — |
Basic Qualification
Candidates need the relevant first-division engineering or science qualification in Data Science, AI, Machine Learning, Modelling & Simulation, CSE, IT, Electronics or Electronics & Communication, through the NET/GATE or postgraduate route prescribed by DIAT.
For the SRF position, at least two years of relevant research, teaching or industrial experience is mandatory.
Desirable Skills
DIAT lists useful knowledge in areas such as:
- Deep Learning
- Data Mining
- Time-Series Analysis
- Digital Signal Processing
- Machine Learning
- Python programming
- Thermal Image Processing
- Python libraries including scikit-learn, PyTorch, Transformers, Keras, TensorFlow and Tkinter
These capabilities can strengthen a project fit assessment, but they are separate from the minimum academic route printed by DIAT.
Age Limit
Age is calculated with reference to 9 November 2026.
| Post | Upper age |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow | 32 years |
| Junior Research Fellow | 28 years |
The upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, Women and PwBD candidates and 3 years for OBC-NCL candidates.
Salary and Tenure
The SRF fellowship is ₹42,000 + 30% HRA per month.
The JRF fellowship is ₹37,000 + 30% HRA per month.
Both positions are temporary for six months or until the project ends, whichever occurs earlier. DIAT also states that recruited fellows will be encouraged to register for a Ph.D. through proper channels under Institute rules.
Application Fee
DIAT's notice does not list any application fee for this recruitment.
Selection Process
DIAT will shortlist applicants based on their suitability for the project. Shortlisted candidates will be informed individually by email and interviewed either:
- in person, or
- through video conferencing,
depending on what DIAT considers suitable.
No TA/DA is payable for attending the interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Recruitment active on DIAT careers page | 27 October 2026 |
| Last date to email application | 9 November 2026 |
| Age cut-off | 9 November 2026 |
| Interview | To be communicated to shortlisted candidates |
How to Apply for DIAT SRF/JRF Recruitment 2026
- Open the official DIAT careers page and read Advertisement 32-2026/SRF/JRF/DIAT.
- Decide whether your qualification and experience fit SRF or JRF. Use Regal Naukri's Eligibility Pre-check to compare your degree route and NET/GATE position before reading the DIAT notice line by line.
- Check the relevant age ceiling as on 9 November 2026 with Regal Naukri's Age Calculator.
- If applying for SRF, use the Work Experience Calculator to verify that your relevant research, teaching or industrial experience reaches the required period.
- Prepare the signed bio-data, DIAT application form, proof of date of birth and academic certificates with the Government Job Document Checklist.
- Merge the application and supporting records into one PDF file.
- Email the file to yogeshwar_singh@diat.ac.in with the subject “Application for SRF or JRF” on or before 9 November 2026.
- Keep the originals and one set of self-attested copies ready for the interview stage.
Documents to Keep Ready
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Signed brief bio-data | Application requirement |
| DIAT project application form | Official application |
| Date-of-birth proof | Age verification |
| B.E./B.Tech / M.Sc. records, as applicable | Basic qualification |
| M.E./M.Tech / BS-MS records, where applicable | Postgraduate route |
| NET/GATE evidence, where applicable | Eligibility route |
| Experience certificate for SRF | Mandatory SRF experience |
| Project reports/publications, if any | Supports shortlisting |
| Original documents + self-attested copies | Interview verification |
Important Candidate Notes
- The positions are temporary and do not create a right to permanent absorption at DIAT.
- If DIAT cannot recruit an SRF, the advertisement permits recruitment of a JRF.
- Qualifications and experience must come from recognised universities, institutions or industries.
- DIAT may restrict the number of interview candidates where applications are high.
- Selected candidates are expected to join immediately after receiving the offer.
- Fellows receive access to MI Room medical facilities as stated in the notice.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| DIAT Careers page | Open official DIAT careers |
| Official Advertisement 32-2026/SRF/JRF/DIAT | Read official PDF |
| Common DIAT project application form | Open DIAT careers page for form |
| DIAT official website | Visit DIAT |
FAQ
How many vacancies are available?
There are 2 research vacancies: one SRF and one JRF.
What is the last date to apply?
Applications must be emailed on or before 9 November 2026.
What is the SRF salary?
The SRF stipend is ₹42,000 plus 30% HRA per month.
What is the JRF salary?
The JRF stipend is ₹37,000 plus 30% HRA per month.
What is the basic qualification?
Applicants need the relevant first-division engineering/science qualification in the notified data-science, AI, ML, modelling, computing or electronics fields through the accepted NET/GATE or postgraduate route.
Is experience compulsory?
For SRF, at least two years of relevant research, teaching or industrial experience is mandatory. The JRF does not carry this two-year experience requirement.
How will interviews be conducted?
DIAT may conduct the interview in person or through video conferencing for shortlisted applicants.