- Recruitment Drive: Call for applications for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions under the DRDO-sponsored project titled ‘Development of a Photonics Multi-band (0.5-30 GHz) Electronic Warfare (EW) Microwave Receiver System (PMEWRS)’.
- Department: Electronics Engineering / Applied Physics, DIAT, Pune.
- Project Focus: Development of advanced photonics and microwave receiver systems for electronic warfare applications.
- Temporary Tenure: Positions are purely temporary for 3 years or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier.
- Encouragement for Ph.D.: Recruited fellows will be encouraged to register for a Ph.D. at DIAT as per institute norms.
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Research Fellow Positions (SRF/JRF) in Photonics & Electronics Warfare
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT)
Total Vacancies
6
Job Location
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Girinagar, Pune - 411 025, Maharashtra
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT) (DIAT) |
| Job Category | Defense |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.Tech (btech), B.E. (b.e.), M.Sc. (m.sc.), M.Tech (mtech), M.E. (m.e.) |
| Number of Vacancies | 6 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale |
- SRF (Senior Research Fellow) (1st & 2nd year): ₹42,000/- + 30% HRA (if GATE/NET qualified). - SRF (Senior Research Fellow) (3rd year): ₹42,000/- + 30% HRA (if GATE/NET qualified). - SRF (Senior Research Fellow) (if not GATE/NET qualified): ₹33,000/- + 30% HRA. - JRF (Junior Research Fellow) (1st & 2nd year): ₹37,000/- + 30% HRA (if GATE/NET qualified). - JRF (Junior Research Fellow) (3rd year): ₹42,000/- + 30% HRA (if GATE/NET qualified). - JRF (Junior Research Fellow) (if not GATE/NET qualified): ₹30,000/- + 30% HRA. |
| Age Limits | Maximum 32 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - **SRF**: Minimum **2 years of research/teaching/industrial experience** in relevant fields. - **JRF**: No explicit experience requirement, but qualifications must include **NET/GATE** or equivalent. |
| Application Fee | No application fee mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- For SRF (Senior Research Fellow) (03 vacancies):
- Qualification: Either
- B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc. in Electronics/Physics/Applied Physics/Optics/Photonics or related branches with First Division and NET/GATE qualification, OR
- M.E./M.Tech in Electronics/Physics/Applied Physics/Optics/Photonics with First Division at both graduate and postgraduate levels.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of research/teaching/industrial experience in relevant fields.
- Age Limit: Not to exceed 32 years as of 31st October 2026 (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, Women, and PwBD; 3 years for OBC-NCL).
- For JRF (Junior Research Fellow) (03 vacancies):
- Qualification: Either
- B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc. in Electronics/Physics/Applied Physics/Optics/Photonics or related branches with First Division and NET/GATE qualification, OR
- M.E./M.Tech in Electronics/Physics/Applied Physics/Optics/Photonics with First Division at both graduate and postgraduate levels.
- Age Limit: Not to exceed 28 years as of 31st October 2026 (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, Women, and PwBD; 3 years for OBC-NCL).
- Desirable Skills for Both SRF & JRF:
- Strong knowledge in RF, antennas, digital signal processing (VHDL/IP, high-speed ADC/DAC, communication protocols).
- Understanding of optical phenomena, ultrafast fiber lasers, nonlinear optics, and photonics applications.
- Proficiency in simulation software (MATLAB, Python, COMSOL Multiphysics, Ansys Lumerical).
- Knowledge of computational physics, laser technology, and applied optics.
- Fluency in written and spoken English and strong computer skills.
- Qualification: Either
- B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc. in Electronics/Physics/Applied Physics/Optics/Photonics or related branches with First Division and NET/GATE qualification, OR
- M.E./M.Tech in Electronics/Physics/Applied Physics/Optics/Photonics with First Division at both graduate and postgraduate levels.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of research/teaching/industrial experience in relevant fields.
- Age Limit: Not to exceed 32 years as of 31st October 2026 (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, Women, and PwBD; 3 years for OBC-NCL).
- For JRF (Junior Research Fellow) (03 vacancies):
- Qualification: Either
- B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc. in Electronics/Physics/Applied Physics/Optics/Photonics or related branches with First Division and NET/GATE qualification, OR
- M.E./M.Tech in Electronics/Physics/Applied Physics/Optics/Photonics with First Division at both graduate and postgraduate levels.
- Age Limit: Not to exceed 28 years as of 31st October 2026 (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST, Women, and PwBD; 3 years for OBC-NCL).
- Desirable Skills for Both SRF & JRF:
- Strong knowledge in RF, antennas, digital signal processing (VHDL/IP, high-speed ADC/DAC, communication protocols).
- Understanding of optical phenomena, ultrafast fiber lasers, nonlinear optics, and photonics applications.
- Proficiency in simulation software (MATLAB, Python, COMSOL Multiphysics, Ansys Lumerical).
- Knowledge of computational physics, laser technology, and applied optics.
- Fluency in written and spoken English and strong computer skills.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Application Review: Applications will be screened based on suitability for the project.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an in-person or video conference interview (mode to be decided by DIAT).
- No TA/DA: No travel allowance or daily allowance will be provided for attending the interview.
- Document Verification: Original applications and supporting documents (mark sheets, certificates, project reports, publications) must be carried to the interview.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an in-person or video conference interview (mode to be decided by DIAT).
- No TA/DA: No travel allowance or daily allowance will be provided for attending the interview.
- Document Verification: Original applications and supporting documents (mark sheets, certificates, project reports, publications) must be carried to the interview.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, Women, PwBD (relaxations applicable as per government norms)
📂 Required Documents
- Duly signed brief bio-data (PDF format).
- Application form (available on DIAT’s official website).
- Proof of Date of Birth (certificate/mark sheet).
- BE/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech mark sheets and degree certificates (PDF format).
- Supporting documents (project reports, publications, etc., if applicable).
- Application form (available on DIAT’s official website).
- Proof of Date of Birth (certificate/mark sheet).
- BE/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech mark sheets and degree certificates (PDF format).
- Supporting documents (project reports, publications, etc., if applicable).
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the SRF and JRF positions at DIAT?
There are a total of 6 vacancies—3 for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and 3 for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the DRDO project.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to the SRF and JRF positions?
The maximum age limit is 32 years for SRF and 28 years for JRF as of 31st October 2026, with relaxations for SC/ST, Women, and PwBD candidates.
Q.
What is the stipend for SRF and JRF positions, and does it vary by year?
The stipend for SRF is ₹42,000/- + 30% HRA for the 1st and 2nd years, and ₹33,000/- + 30% HRA if not GATE/NET qualified. For JRF, it is ₹37,000/- + 30% HRA for the 1st and 2nd years, and ₹42,000/- + 30% HRA for the 3rd year if GATE/NET qualified.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
No, the notification does not mention any application fee for the SRF/JRF positions at DIAT.
Q.
How will the selection process work for these positions?
The selection process involves application review followed by an in-person or video conference interview for shortlisted candidates. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.