MTRDC DRDO Paid Internship for Engineering and Science Students 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 10
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Internship
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹5,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Final year students of B.Tech (VII/VIII Sem), M.Tech (2nd Year), or M.Sc (2nd Year) in Engineering or Science disciplines from AICTE/UGC approved institutions.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible - refer official notification for details.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 27 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Offline
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Microwave Tube Research and Development Centre (MTRDC), a premier laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), is inviting applications for its Paid Internship Scheme 2026. This opportunity is open to 10 final-year Indian students pursuing B.Tech, M.Tech, or M.Sc in Engineering and Science disciplines who possess an excellent academic record of at least 75% marks or 7.5 CGPA. Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 for a minimum duration of six months while working on high-power microwave systems and THz technologies at the MTRDC facility in Bengaluru. This role offers a unique chance to gain practical exposure in cutting-edge defense research and development.
- Application Deadline: 15 June 2026 via Speed Post to the Director, MTRDC Bengaluru.
- Maximum Age Limit: Candidates must be below 28 years of age to be eligible.
- Internship Duration: Minimum 6 months, with potential extensions of 8-10 months for PG students.
- Mandatory Attendance: Stipend is applicable only if the student is present for at least 15 working days per month.
- Selection Criteria: Based on merit (CGPA) followed by an online interview or interaction.
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Additional Salary Information
Monthly Stipend: ₹5,000 per month paid in two installments (after 3 months and after 6 months).
Important Dates
Selection Process
Screening based on CGPA/Marks (Minimum 75% or 7.5 CGPA required) Online Interview Interaction Document Verification
Application Fees
No application fee
Reservation
Selection is based entirely on merit and academic record.
How to Apply
- Download the application format from the official DRDO website.
- Fill in the details and attach the required documents including marksheets and Aadhar card.
- Obtain a referral/request letter from the Principal or HOD of your institution on college letterhead.
- Mention the 'Branch Code' and 'Application for Paid Internship' clearly on top of the envelope.
- Send the completed application via Speed Post to: Director, Microwave Tube Research & Development Centre (MTRDC), Defence R&D Organization, Near Bharat Electronics North Gate, Jalahalli PO, Bangalore-560 013.
Frequently Asked Questions
Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend of ₹5,000, which is paid in two installments: the first after 3 months and the second after 6 months.
Applicants must be final year students of B.Tech (VII/VIII Sem), M.Tech (2nd Year), or M.Sc (2nd Year) in Engineering or Science with at least 75% marks.
The maximum age limit for candidates applying for this internship is below 28 years.