The Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune, Maharashtra, is inviting applications for 7 posts including Professor and Assistant Professor. The last date to apply online is 24 November 2026.
DIAT Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 7 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune, Maharashtra |
| Post Name | Professor, Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor (Joint appointment, Electronics Engineering with School of Defence Technology & Management) and 3 more |
| Advt No | DIAT/RC/01-FP-2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 7 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Pune |
| Official Website | diat.ac.in |
Important Dates
The application process for the DIAT recruitment will follow the schedule below.
| Notification Date | 23 October 2026 |
| Start of Online Application | 25 October 2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 24 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy of Application | 24 November 2026 |
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay an application fee as per the following details.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 1000 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Woman | Exempted |
Age Limit
The age limit varies by post as detailed below.
| Post | Age Limit |
| Professor | Maximum 50 years |
| Assistant Professor | Maximum 40 years |
| Assistant Professor (Joint appointment, Electronics Engineering with School of Defence Technology & Management) | Maximum 40 years |
| Assistant Professor (Joint appointment, School of Defence Technology & Management with Aerospace Engineering & Autonomous Systems) | Maximum 40 years |
| Professor of Practice (Aerospace Engineering and Autonomous Systems) | Maximum 65 years |
| Professor of Practice (Electronics Engineering) | Maximum 65 years |
Vacancy Details
The vacancies are distributed across various categories as shown below.
| Post | UR | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
| Professor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Assistant Professor (Joint appointment, Electronics Engineering with School of Defence Technology & Management) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Joint appointment, School of Defence Technology & Management with Aerospace Engineering & Autonomous Systems) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Professor of Practice (Aerospace Engineering and Autonomous Systems) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Professor of Practice (Electronics Engineering) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and experience criteria for each post. The details are outlined in the table below.
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
| Professor | Ph.D. in the concerned/allied discipline with Master’s degree at least 55% marks, 10 research publications, and research score of 120 (UGC 2018), or an outstanding professional with Ph.D. | Minimum 10 years’ teaching/research experience |
| Assistant Professor | Ph.D. in the specific area of specialization with First Class Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in the relevant engineering discipline | 2 years’ 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 First Class Master’s or Bachelor’s in E&CE, E&TC, Electronics Engineering or related | Not specified |
| Assistant Professor (Joint appointment, School of Defence Technology & Management with Aerospace Engineering & Autonomous Systems) | Ph.D. with First Class Master’s or Bachelor’s in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering | Not specified |
| Professor of Practice (Aerospace Engineering and Autonomous Systems) | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering | Minimum 15 years’ professional experience |
| Professor of Practice (Electronics Engineering) | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics & Telecommunication, Electrical Engineering, VLSI or related | Minimum 15 years’ professional experience |
Salary and Pay Scale
The pay scale for the various posts is as follows.
| Post | Pay Scale |
| Professor | Academic Level-14 with admissible allowances as per 7th CPC |
| Assistant Professor | Academic Level-10 with admissible allowances as per 7th CPC |
| Professor of Practice (Aerospace Engineering and Autonomous Systems) | Consolidated Rs. 1.50 Lakh to Rs. 2 Lakh per month |
| Professor of Practice (Electronics Engineering) | Consolidated Rs. 1.50 Lakh to Rs. 2 Lakh per month |
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of multiple stages to evaluate the candidates.
- Shortlisting based on academic score and qualifications.
- Presentation on domain knowledge and research area (for regular positions only).
- Interview.
How to Apply
Candidates should follow these steps to apply for the positions.
- Visit the official website at diat.ac.in.
- Register and read the Important Information and Advertisement.
- Submit the online application for the specific post by 24-11-2026, 11:55 pm.
- If applicable, pay the fee through SBI Collect following Annexure-I.
- Send the signed printed application with self-attested documents by speed/registered post to The Registrar, DIAT (DU), Girinagar, Pune 411025.
- Mark the envelope ‘Application for the position of ______’.
- The hard copy must reach by 01-12-2026, 5:30 pm. Email or hand delivery is not accepted.
Are freshers eligible?
Freshers are not eligible for the posts of Professor and Assistant Professor, as they require prior experience. The Assistant Professor (Joint appointment) posts do not specify experience, but other posts require 2 to 10 years of experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for DIAT recruitment?
The last date to apply online is 24 November 2026.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is Rs. 1000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, while SC/ST/PwBD/Women are exempted.
What are the eligibility criteria for the posts?
Eligibility varies by post, with specific qualifications and experience requirements outlined in the notification.
How is the selection process conducted?
The selection process includes shortlisting based on academic score, a presentation, and an interview.
How to apply for the DIAT positions?
Candidates can apply online by visiting the official website and following the application instructions provided in the notification.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: रक्षा उन्नत प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान (DIAT), पुणे, महाराष्ट्र
- पद: प्रोफेसर, सहायक प्रोफेसर, सहायक प्रोफेसर (संयुक्त नियुक्ति)
- कुल पद: 7
- योग्यता: प्रासंगिक विषय में Ph.D. और अनुभव
- आयु सीमा: पद के अनुसार भिन्न
- अंतिम तिथि: 24 नवम्बर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें
| DIAT Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 7 Posts – Important Links | |
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| Download DIAT notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply online for DIAT Recruitment 2026 | Click Here |
| Visit DIAT official website | Click Here |
