NEW DELHI: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is inviting applications for paid internships at the Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDE), Gwalior. A total of eight internship positions are available.
Eligible candidates do not need to appear for a written examination. The last date to submit the application form is November 14, 2026.
The internship will last six months, during which selected students will work on various projects alongside senior DRDO officials.
The programme aims to provide candidates with practical experience and enhance their subject knowledge, helping them prepare for careers in their respective fields, said an official notification.
DRDO Internship 2026: eligibility criteria
| Subject Code | Subject | Vacancies | Eligibility |
| 01 | Biological Sciences | 03 | Candidates pursuing an MSc or equivalent degree in Biological Sciences, including Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Toxicology or Immunology, must be in their third or fourth semester. Candidates pursuing a BTech degree must be in their seventh or eighth semester. |
| 02 | Chemical Sciences | 03 | Candidates pursuing an MSc or equivalent degree in Chemistry, including Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry, must be in their third or fourth semester at a recognised university. |
| 03 | Engineering | 02 | Candidates pursuing a BE/BTech degree in Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology or Computer Science must be in their seventh or eighth semester. |
| Total | 08 |
Age Limit
Applicants must be below 28 years of age as of November 14, 2026.
DRDO paid internship details
Duration: Six months
Stipend: Rs 5,000 per month
Last date to apply: November 14, 2026
Notification to selected candidates: December 1, 2026
Internship commencement date: January 1, 2027
Selection process
The selection process does not include a written examination. Applicants must meet the prescribed eligibility criteria and submit all the required documents along with their applications.
If required, the selection process may include a telephonic interview or a video conference. Only shortlisted candidates will receive internship offer letters.