Junior Research Fellow – DIAT

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Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 3
Employment Type
Employment Type: Contract, Temporary
Pay Scale
Pay Scale: ₹30,000 - ₹42,000 per month
Qualification
Qualification: M.E./M.Tech in Electronics, Physics, Applied Physics, Optics, or Photonics with First Division; OR B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc. in the same fields with First Division plus NET/GATE qualification.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Freshers eligible — refer official notification for details.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Upto 28 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Apply Offline
Deadline
Deadline:

The Junior Research Fellow (JRF) role at DIAT is designed for aspiring researchers eager to work on the 'Development of a Photonics Multi-band Electronic Warfare Microwave Receiver System' project sponsored by DRDO. This position provides a robust platform for early-career engineers and scientists to apply their skills in RF, antennas, and digital signal processing within a prestigious defense-oriented institute. Fellows will have the unique advantage of being mentored by senior scientists and the potential to transition into a Ph.D. program during their tenure. The recruitment emphasizes both academic excellence and a passion for innovation in photonics and microwave engineering, making it a highly sought-after starting point for a career in defense research.

  • Recipients of this fellowship receive a monthly stipend that increases to ‣42,000 in the third year of the project.
  • The upper age limit is set at 28 years, with significant relaxations available for reserved categories and female applicants.
  • The selection process typically involves a screening of applications followed by an interview conducted in person or via video conference.
  • Applicants are expected to have a strong foundation in simulation software like MATLAB or Python and knowledge of optical phenomena.
  • No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview, and the selected candidate must join duty immediately upon receipt of the offer.
Notification

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Additional Salary Information

Stipend of ‣37,000 + 30% HRA for the 1st & 2nd year, increasing to ‣42,000 + 30% HRA for the 3rd year (for NET/GATE qualified candidates). Non-NET/GATE candidates receive ‣30,000 + 30% HRA.

Important Dates

Crucial Date for Determining Upper Age Limit 31 October 2026

Selection Process

Based on suitability for the project, applicants will be called for an interview (in person or via video conference).
Shortlisted candidates will be individually informed via email.
Candidates must bring original applications and supporting documents at the time of the interview.

Application Fees

Refer official detailed notification

Reservation

Standard GoI reservation norms apply: SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), and Women/PwBD (5 years) age relaxations provided.

How to Apply

  • A Brief bio-data duly signed, Application form (available on the website), Proof of Date of Birth, BE./B.Tech M.E/M.Tech mark sheets and degree certificates may be sent to the email ID of the Deputy Project Director (rajesh_singh@diat.ac.in) in PDF form as a single file, with a subject titled “Application for SRF/JRF”.

Frequently Asked Questions

The stipend for Junior Research Fellow starts at ‣37,000 per month for the first two years and increases to ‣42,000 in the third year.

A First Division B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc. with NET/GATE or a First Division M.E./M.Tech in relevant Engineering/Science branches is required.

There are a total of 03 vacancies available for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position.