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DRDO DRDL Hyderabad Paid Internship 2026

Defence Research and Development Organisation

Domain: Science & Technology
Employment Type: Intern
Stage: Announcement - Official Advertisement

Posted: 20 days ago

Posts: 165

Location: CENTRAL (Telangana)

Closed: 16 Aug 2026

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Job Details

DRDL, a premier DRDO laboratory engaged in R&D of advanced missile system technologies, is offering a six‑month paid internship at DRDL/ASL/CAS, Hyderabad. Interns from final‑year UG Engineering and final‑year PG Engineering/Physical Science streams will undertake project work under laboratory supervision. The stipend is Rs. 5,000 per month, paid in two instalments (first after three months), subject to satisfactory performance and a minimum of 15 working days per month of physical attendance. Completion certificates are issued upon successful evaluation of project work and report submission. The internship confers no right to employment; interns must execute undertakings (Official Secrets Act, IT rules) and provide required verifications and certificates.

Level:
central
State:
Telangana
Cities:
Hyderabad
Other Information:
  • Internship location: DRDL / ASL / CAS, Hyderabad

Job Summary

Six‑month paid internship at DRDL/ASL/CAS, Hyderabad for final‑year UG Engineering and final‑year PG Engineering/Physical Science students from recognized Indian institutions. 165 seats across EE, ME, PH and CS; selection on merit and interview; stipend Rs. 5,000 per month.

Important Dates

  1. Last date to apply · Last date for filling of applications

  2. Interview · Information to selected candidates for Interview

  3. Date of start of Internship

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
Pursuing Graduate (Engineering) full time in the respective discipline from a recognized Indian University/Institute (final year).Required
Pursuing Postgraduate in Engineering or Physical Science full time from a recognized Indian University/Institute (final year).Required

2. Other Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
Minimum marksGood academic track record with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in the pursuing Graduate Engineering / Postgraduate (Engineering/Physical Science) from AICTE/UGC approved Universities.

3. Experience Requirements

CriteriaDetails
Experience RangeN/A - N/A years

4. Age Limit

CriteriaDetails
Age RangeN/A - N/A years
Upper age limitBelow 28 Years.

5. Citizenship

CriteriaDetails
CitizenshipIndian citizens only.

6. Other Eligibility

CriteriaDetails
Referral/Request letterPrincipal/Director of the Institution should provide a request letter and recommend highly deserving meritorious students only.

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Post Details

Total Posts: 165

1. Engineering – Electronics; Electronics and Communication Engineering / Electronics & Instrumentation / Electrical Engineering (Branch Code EE)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Academic eligibility: Final year UG in relevant Engineering branch or final year PG in Engineering/Physical Science with minimum 60% marks/equivalent CGPA from AICTE/UGC approved Universities.

Age Limitations:

  • Age limit: Below 28 Years.

2. Engineering - Mechanical/ Chemical/ Aerospace/Production/ Material/ Safety/Textile Technology (Branch Code ME)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Academic eligibility: Final year UG in relevant Engineering branch or final year PG in Engineering/Physical Science with minimum 60% marks/equivalent CGPA from AICTE/UGC approved Universities.

Age Limitations:

  • Age limit: Below 28 Years.

3. Mathematics and allied science (Branch Code PH)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Academic eligibility: Final year UG in relevant Engineering branch or final year PG in Engineering/Physical Science with minimum 60% marks/equivalent CGPA from AICTE/UGC approved Universities.

Age Limitations:

  • Age limit: Below 28 Years.

4. Computer Science and Engineering (CSE, AI, Cyber Security & Allied) (Branch Code CS)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Academic eligibility: Final year UG in relevant Engineering branch or final year PG in Engineering/Physical Science with minimum 60% marks/equivalent CGPA from AICTE/UGC approved Universities.

Age Limitations:

  • Age limit: Below 28 Years.

Salary Details

> Salary Range: 5,000 - ₹5,000 Monthly

> Allowances: No boarding or lodging; canteen facilities (lunch, tea, snacks) available at subsidized rates at DRDL/ASL/CAS wet-canteen.

How to Apply

1. Email submission:
Forward the scanned copy of the application (as per prescribed format) to drdlintern2026@gmail.com.
2. Walk‑in submission:
At the walk‑in, submit the application in an envelope clearly marked “Application for Paid Internship”, also mentioning the “Branch Code……..” for segregation.
3. Mandatory letter:
Referral/Request letter from Principal/Director is mandatory and should recommend meritorious students only.
4. CGPA to percentage:
CGPA must be converted to percentage (average of completed semesters/years).
5. Shortlist intimation:
Only shortlisted students will be notified about joining procedures, undertakings and indemnity bond requirements.

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting:
Eligible candidates may be shortlisted on the basis of % marks (CGPA converted to percentage).
2. Interview:
Shortlisted candidates will undergo interaction/interview; selection will be entirely on merit.
3. Intimation:
Interview date will be intimated after shortlisting via phone and on the DRDO website.

Document Requirements

1. No Objection Certificate (NOC):
Original NOC on college letterhead stating the student will be relieved for internship at DRDL/ASL/CAS and will be present for a minimum of 15 working days per month.
2. Police verification:
Police verification from local police station; acknowledgement to be submitted at joining (if selected).
3. Character certificate:
Character Certificate from the College.
4. Official Secrets Act:
Undertaking for adherence to the Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923.
5. IT rules undertaking:
Undertaking to follow IT rules and regulations applicable for Ministry of Defence and amendments thereof.
6. Bank details:
Bank account details for stipend transfer.
7. Medical fitness:
Medical fitness certificate from authorized medical practitioners holding at least an MBBS degree.
8. ID and photos:
Original Aadhar card and College ID for verification; 03 passport size photographs.
9. Marksheets:
All previous semesters’ marks sheets in original for on‑the‑spot verification (originals returned immediately).
10. Indemnity form:
Indemnity form to be provided by the college as and when required by DRDL/ASL/CAS.
11. Referral letter:
Request/Referral letter from Principal/Director (mandatory).
12. Additional documents:
Any other documents, if required, will be communicated at selection/joining.

Important Instructions

1. Boarding/Lodging:
No boarding or lodging expenses are admissible; candidates must arrange their own stay and transport in Hyderabad.
2. Canteen facility:
Lunch, tea and snacks can be obtained at subsidized rates at DRDL/ASL/CAS wet‑canteen.
3. Attendance requirement:
Minimum 15 working days per month of physical attendance is required for stipend and retention of internship.
4. No employment guarantee:
Laboratory has no obligation to offer employment; interns cannot claim employment by virtue of internship completion.
5. Non‑completion:
If a student leaves before completing the internship, no Certificate of Completion will be issued; no payment if minimum 03 months are not completed.
6. Envelope marking:
Write “Application for Paid Internship” and the relevant Branch Code on the application envelope for registration desk submission.
7. Management rights:
Management reserves the right to change vacancy positions or selection criteria at any point during the selection process.

Interview Details

1. Mode & venue:
Walk‑in interview at DRDL/ASL/CAS, Hyderabad; exact schedule to be intimated after shortlisting.
2. Intimation timeline:
Information to selected candidates for interview on 23rd Aug 2026.
3. Stay advisory:
Candidates should plan to stay for one or more days if required due to higher turnout.

Training Details

1. Duration:
06 months.
2. Evaluation:
Successful completion includes clearing evaluation of project work and submission of project report.
3. Certificate:
Certificate of completion will be awarded upon fulfilling all requirements.

Bond or Service Agreement

1. Official Secrets Act:
Undertaking to adhere to the Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923.
2. IT rules:
Undertaking to follow IT rules and regulations applicable for Ministry of Defence and its amendments.
3. Indemnity:
Indemnity form to be provided by the college as and when required by DRDL/ASL/CAS.

Disqualification Criteria

1. Early exit:
Leaving before completing the internship results in no Certificate of Completion.
2. Insufficient tenure for stipend:
No stipend payment if a student does not complete a minimum tenure of 03 months.

Contact Details

Address: Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), Defence R&D Organisation, P.O. Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500 058.

Other Information

  • Units: DRDL / ASL / CAS, Hyderabad.

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