DIAT Project Assistant and Analyst Recruitment 2026

DIAT Project Assistant recruitment 2026 is active for one Project Assistant (PA) and one Analyst post at the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology. Eligible candidates must submit a signed brief biodata, the DIAT application form and required documents as one PDF by email on or before 30 September 2026. The Analyst post requires an MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management with at least one year of industry experience.

Quick Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

DIAT Project Assistant Eligibility

Project Assistant (PA)

• MBA in Operations or Finance.
• Qualifications must have been obtained from recognized universities, institutions or industries.
• Desirable knowledge includes business development, statistics and statistical software such as SPSS and Minitab.

Analyst

• MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
• Minimum one year of industry experience.
• Qualifications must have been obtained from recognized universities, institutions or industries.
• Desirable knowledge includes ERP systems, inventory and stock control, and logistics planning.

Age Limit

The maximum age is 28 years as on 30 September 2026. The age relaxation is up to 5 years for SC/ST, Women and PwBD candidates, and 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates.

How to Apply

1. Complete and sign the brief biodata.
2. Complete the application form available on the DIAT website.
3. Combine the biodata, application form, proof of date of birth, MBA mark sheets and MBA degree certificates into one PDF file.
4. Email the single PDF to sumati@diat.ac.in on or before 30 September 2026.
5. Use the subject: Application for Project Assistant (PA) or Analyst.

Application Documents and PDF Requirement

The application materials must be submitted in PDF form as a single file. The confirmed application documents are:

• Signed brief biodata
• DIAT application form
• Proof of date of birth
• MBA mark sheets
• MBA degree certificates

Selection Process

Selection includes screening based on suitability for the project. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed. DIAT may conduct the interview in person or through video conferencing, as decided by DIAT.

Salary, Project and Posting

Project Assistant will receive a consolidated stipend of Rs. 20,000 per month. Analyst will receive a consolidated stipend of Rs. 30,000 per month.

The selected candidates will work under the institute-level research project titled Identification and Analysis of Critical Bottlenecks in Procurement Processes of Defence R&D Projects at DIAT. The posting is at the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology, Girinagar, Pune.

The engagement is purely temporary for 18 months or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier.

Additional Conditions

• Medical facilities limited to MI Room facilities will be provided in addition to the monthly stipend.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
• The appointment does not confer any right to absorption in DIAT, Pune.
• Recruited fellows will be encouraged to register for a Ph.D. at DIAT through proper channels as per DIAT norms.

FAQs

What is the last date to apply for DIAT Project Assistant and Analyst Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply is 30 September 2026.

Where should the application be sent?

Send the single PDF application file by email to sumati@diat.ac.in.

What qualification is required for Project Assistant?

Project Assistant applicants require an MBA in Operations or Finance. The qualification must have been obtained from recognized universities, institutions or industries.

What qualification and experience are required for Analyst?

Analyst applicants require an MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management with minimum one year of industry experience. The qualification must have been obtained from recognized universities, institutions or industries.

How will shortlisted candidates be interviewed?

The interview may be conducted in person or through video conferencing, as decided by DIAT.

What is the stipend for the two posts?

The consolidated stipend is Rs. 20,000 per month for Project Assistant and Rs. 30,000 per month for Analyst.