DRDO Paid Internships for Engineering Students

The Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad, a premier facility under the Defence R&D Organisation (DRDO), invites applications from engineering students for paid internships. This is a wonderful opportunity for Indian citizens pursuing their undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in engineering or physical sciences to gain valuable experience in missile systems research and development.

Key Details of the Internship

• Duration: 6 months
• Stipend: ₹5,000 per month
• Location: DRDL/ASL/CAS, Hyderabad

Eligibility Criteria

• Pursuing Graduate (Engineering) or Postgraduate (Engineering/Physical Science) students in their final year.
• A minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university.
• Age limit: Below 28 years.

Available Disciplines

Branch Code	Discipline	Number of Vacancies
EE	Electronics/Electronics & Communication Engineering/Embedded Systems/VLSI Engineering	58
ME	Mechanical/Chemical/Aerospace/Product Engineering, etc.	75
PH	Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics and Allied Sciences	8
CS	Computer Science & Engineering (CSE, AI, Cyber Security)	24

Application Process

To apply, send your application to:

Director,
Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL),
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex,
Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad,
Telangana - 500 058

Additionally, email a scanned copy to drdlintern2025@gmail.com.

Important Dates

• Last date for receipt of applications: July 14, 2025
• Interview Date: July 26, 2025
• Start of Internship: August 1, 2025

FAQs

1. What is the stipend amount?

The stipend is ₹5,000 per month.

2. Can I apply if I am in the first year of my degree?

No, only final year undergraduate or postgraduate students are eligible to apply.

3. Is there any accommodation provided?

No, selected candidates will need to arrange for their own accommodation. However, subsidized meals are available at the facility.

4. Will I be offered a job after the internship?

No, completion of the internship does not guarantee a job offer. It is an internship program focused on gaining experience.

5. How will I know if I have been selected for the interview?

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified regarding the interview process.