Official Notification Released for DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2025-26

Defence Research and Development Organisation

DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2025-26

Posted on: 2 months ago

Status Changed to: Announcement

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced the Paid Internship Scheme for 2025-26 under the Director General (Aeronautical Systems). This scheme is open to final year undergraduate and postgraduate students in engineering and science disciplines. The internship will be conducted in various DRDO labs, including ADE, ADRDE, CABS, CEMILAC, and GTRE.

1. Application Period:

The application window for the DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2025-26 is open from June 26, 2025, to July 10, 2025, until 1600 HRS.

2. Eligibility Criteria:

Final year undergraduate and postgraduate students in engineering and science disciplines from recognized Indian universities/institutes are eligible to apply.

3. Internship Duration:

The internship will last for a period of 6 months, with a completion certificate issued upon successful completion.

4. Stipend Details:

A stipend of ₹30,000 will be paid in two installments, subject to attendance requirements.

5. Application Process:

Applications must be submitted online through the DRDO website, with all required documents emailed to the respective lab's email ID.