DIO Recruitment 2026: 6 Vacancies for Program Director and other posts, Apply by 10 Aug
The last date for this recruitment has passed. Check the official website for any extension or new notice.
A new notice from Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO) lists 6 posts of Program Director and other posts. The application window runs from 8 July 2026 to 10 August 2026.
This page puts the key facts in one place: vacancies, pay, eligibility, age, fee, selection and the official links.
DIO – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Director | 2 | ₹1,80,000 to ₹2,40,000 | New Delhi, may be deputed to other places |
| Deputy Program Director | 1 | ₹1,40,000 to ₹1,80,000 | New Delhi, may be deputed to other places |
| Program Executive | 2 | ₹80,000 to ₹1,20,000 | New Delhi, may be deputed to other places |
| Deputy Program Executive | 1 | ₹40,000 to ₹80,000 | New Delhi, may be deputed to other places |
| Total Vacancies: | 6 |
DIO Recruitment – Eligibility
Check your qualification against the post you want. The minimum education and any experience needed for each post are below.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Program Director | Masters Degree in Science, Management, Technology or equivalent with 10 years post-qualification experience OR Bachelors Degree with 12 years post-qualification experience in the relevant field |
| Deputy Program Director | Masters Degree with 6 years post-qualification experience OR Bachelors Degree with 8 years post-qualification experience |
| Program Executive | Masters Degree with 2 years post-qualification experience OR Bachelors Degree with 4 years post-qualification experience |
| Deputy Program Executive | Masters Degree, experience not mandatory OR Bachelors Degree with 1 year post-qualification experience |
You also need to be within the age limit. Reserved categories usually get relaxation under government rules, and the notice says on which date age is counted.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Program Director | Max 55 years |
| Deputy Program Director | Max 40 years |
| Program Executive | Max 30 years |
| Deputy Program Executive | Max 26 years |
Check the official notice for the application fee and the payment method. Some notices charge no fee.
DIO will select candidates by shortlisting based on eligibility, interview in-person at New Delhi or through Video Conferencing, skill tests, personal interview, group discussions, debates or quizzes. Keep your original documents ready for verification.
How to Apply for DIO Recruitment
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online |
Open the official website or the apply link below, register, fill in the form, upload your photo, signature and documents, pay the fee if it applies, and submit before 10 August 2026. Save a copy of the confirmation page.
Important Links
| Official notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Apply online | Click Here |
| Official website | Click Here |
We write these details from the official notice. Mistakes can happen and dates can change, so check the official notification before you apply or pay any fee. This is not a government website.