DRDO Paid Internship Program 2026 at DMSRDE Kanpur and DIBT Mysuru
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 22
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Internship
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹5,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Final year students of B.Tech, M.Tech, or M.Sc. in Engineering or Science disciplines.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible (Open to final year UG/PG students pursuing Engineering or Science).
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 28 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Hybrid Application
- Deadline
- Deadline:
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The Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO) has announced its Paid Internship Scheme for 2026 across two premier laboratories: DMSRDE Kanpur and DIBT Mysuru. This recruitment drive offers a total of 22 internship positions for final-year students pursuing Under-Graduate (B.Tech) or Post-Graduate (M.Sc./M.Tech) degrees in Engineering and Science disciplines. Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 for a fixed duration of six months, providing a unique opportunity to gain practical exposure in defense-related research and development. This program is designed for meritorious Indian citizens with strong academic records who wish to contribute to national defense technologies under the Ministry of Defence.
- Application Deadline: 15 June 2026 — submit via email and hard copy for DMSRDE or email for DIBT.
- Maximum Age Limit: Below 28 years as on 15 June 2026 (applicable for DMSRDE Kanpur).
- Internship Duration: Fixed 6-month term with a mandatory minimum of 15 working days attendance per month.
- Selection Criteria: Based on academic merit (minimum 65% or 6.5 CGPA for DMSRDE; 85% or 8.5 CGPA for DIBT).
- Stipend Payment: ₹30,000 total stipend paid in two equal installments of ₹15,000 each.
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Additional Salary Information
Monthly Stipend: ₹5,000 per month for a duration of 06 months.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Academic Merit (CGPA/Percentage) Online Interview/Interaction (if required) Document Verification
Application Fees
No Application Fee
Reservation
Reservation norms as per Government of India guidelines for internship programs.
How to Apply
- For DMSRDE Kanpur: Send an advance copy of the application and documents to [email protected] by 15 June 2026.
- For DMSRDE Kanpur: Send a hard copy via Speed Post or By Hand to the Director, DMSRDE, GT Road, Kanpur-208013.
- For DIBT Mysuru: Mail the duly filled application (Annexure A) to [email protected] or [email protected].
- Ensure the subject line follows the prescribed format: 'Application for Paid Internship - Post Code: [Discipline Name]'.
- Include all required documents: Mark sheets, Referral letter from College, Bio-data, and Undertakings.
- Applications must be submitted in a single PDF file for the DIBT Mysuru notification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Final year students pursuing B.Tech, M.Tech, or M.Sc. in relevant Engineering or Science disciplines from recognized Indian universities are eligible.
Selection is primarily based on academic merit (CGPA/Percentage). DMSRDE may also conduct online interviews or interactions if required.
No, DRDO does not provide boarding or lodging; interns must arrange their own accommodation and bear all personal expenses.