Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune, is recruiting for seven posts across six roles. Listed qualifications range from relevant bachelor’s or master’s degrees to a Ph.D., with experience requirements varying by role. The online application period runs from 25 October to 24 November 2026; applicants should check which criteria apply to their selected post.
Vacancy Summary
| Organization | DIAT |
|---|---|
| Positions | Professor, Assistant Professor and other posts |
| Vacancies | 7 |
| Qualification | M.Phil/Ph.D, Any Post Graduate |
| Advertisement number | DIAT/RC/01-FP-2026 |
| Application deadline | 24-11-2026 |
DIAT’s recruitment is under Advertisement No. DIAT/RC/01-FP-2026. All posts are based in Pune, Maharashtra. Applicants must be Indian nationals, and qualifications must be from UGC- or AICTE-recognized universities or institutions.
Eligibility
The qualifications and experience requirements differ by post. Check the criteria for the role you are applying for.
| Post | Qualification and experience |
|---|---|
| Professor | Ph.D. in the concerned or allied discipline, a master’s degree with at least 55% marks, 10 research publications and a research score of 120 under UGC 2018; alternatively, an outstanding professional with a Ph.D. Minimum 10 years of teaching or research experience. |
| Assistant Professor | Ph.D. in the specific area of specialization and a first-class master’s or bachelor’s degree in the relevant engineering discipline. Two years of teaching, research and/or industry experience at lecturer or equivalent level. |
| Assistant Professor (Joint appointment, Electronics Engineering with School of Defence Technology & Management) | Ph.D. with a first-class master’s or bachelor’s degree in E&CE, E&TC, Electronics Engineering or a related field; two years’ experience. |
| Assistant Professor (Joint appointment, School of Defence Technology & Management with Aerospace Engineering & Autonomous Systems) | Ph.D. with a first-class master’s or bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Aeronautical Engineering; two years’ experience. |
| Professor of Practice (Aerospace Engineering and Autonomous Systems) | Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Aerospace or Aeronautical Engineering and at least 15 years of professional experience. |
| Professor of Practice (Electronics Engineering) | Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electronics & Telecommunication, Electrical Engineering, VLSI or a related field and at least 15 years of professional experience. |
Desirable qualifications include relevant teaching, research, industrial or professional experience in a reputed organization. The notice also lists additional desirable experience and published work for certain roles. Time spent acquiring a Ph.D. does not count as teaching or research experience. An EWS certificate must have been issued on or after 1 April 2026. Selected candidates must stay in institute accommodation on the DIAT campus, subject to availability.
Age Limit
- Professor: maximum 50 years.
- Assistant Professor and both joint-appointment Assistant Professor posts: maximum 40 years.
- Both Professor of Practice posts: maximum 65 years.
Salary
- Professor: Academic Level 14, with admissible allowances as per the 7th CPC.
- Assistant Professor and joint-appointment Assistant Professor posts: Academic Level 10, with admissible allowances as per the 7th CPC.
- Professor of Practice: consolidated Rs. 1.50 lakh to Rs. 2 lakh per month.
Regular positions have a one-year probation period. Professor of Practice engagement is initially for up to one year and may be extended after assessment, subject to the stated maximum engagement terms in the notification.
Important Dates
- Notification date: 23 October 2026.
- Online applications open: 25 October 2026.
- Last date to apply online: 24 November 2026, 11:55 pm.
- Last date for receipt of the hard copy: 24 November 2026.
The application instructions also state that the hard copy must reach DIAT by 1 December 2026, 5:30 pm. Applicants should check the notification for the applicable submission requirements.
Application Fees
- General, OBC and EWS: Rs. 1,000.
- SC, ST, PwBD and women applicants: exempted.
Payment, where applicable, is online through SBI Collect: https://www.onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect/. The fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on academic score and qualifications.
- Presentation on domain knowledge and research area for regular positions only.
- Interview.
The academic score under UGC Regulations 2018, Appendix II, Table 2, is used only for shortlisting; selection is based on interview performance. Shortlisted candidates for regular positions may be asked to give a presentation of about 30 minutes one day before the interview. Candidates must produce original documents and one set of self-attested copies at the interview. The notice allows a 5% relaxation in academic score for SC, ST and differently-abled candidates.
Documents to Prepare
- Signed printed copy of the online application.
- Self-attested relevant testimonials and certificates.
- Fee payment receipt, where applicable.
- No Objection Certificate or application through proper channel, for government, PSU or HEI employees.
- Category or PwBD certificates, where applicable.
How to Apply
- Register at https://diatrec.samarth.edu.in and read the Important Information and advertisement.
- Submit an online application for the specific post by 24 November 2026, 11:55 pm. Apply separately online for each post if applying for more than one.
- Pay the applicable fee through SBI Collect, following Annexure-I.
- Send the signed printed application and self-attested documents by speed or registered post to: The Registrar, DIAT (DU), Girinagar, Pune 411025. Mark the envelope “Application for the position of ______”.
The instructions state that email and hand delivery are not accepted. Applicants are responsible for ensuring postal delivery; late applications may be rejected.
Application deadline: 24-11-2026
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Notification and Application Links
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Before applying to DIAT, match your qualifications and experience to the specific Professor, Assistant Professor or Professor of Practice role you select.
