The application deadline for DRDE recruitment is 14-11-2026. DRDE has announced 8 Paid Intern vacancies. Qualifications listed include B.Tech/B.E, Any Graduate. Check the notification for post-specific eligibility and application instructions.
Vacancy Summary
| Organization | DRDE |
|---|---|
| Positions | Paid Intern |
| Vacancies | 8 |
| Qualification | B.Tech/B.E, Any Graduate |
| Advertisement number | DRDE/HRD/Paid Intern/2026/03 |
| Application deadline | 14-11-2026 |

Eligibility
Applicants must be Indian citizens pursuing a graduate or postgraduate course, have at least 75% marks or a CGPA of 7.5 from an AICTE/UGC-approved college or university, and provide a recent referral or sponsorship letter from their institution.
| Post | Essential qualification |
|---|---|
| Biological Sciences (Subject Code 01) | Pursuing an M.Sc. or equivalent in the 3rd or 4th semester, or a B.Tech in the 7th or 8th semester, in Biological Sciences: Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Toxicology or Immunology. |
| Chemical Sciences (Subject Code 02) | Pursuing an M.Sc. or equivalent in the 3rd or 4th semester in Chemistry: Organic, Inorganic or Analytical Chemistry. |
| Engineering (Subject Code 03) | Pursuing a B.E. or B.Tech in the 7th or 8th semester in Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology or Computer Sciences. |
Age Limit
Applicants must be below 28 years of age as on 14 November 2026.
Salary
The stipend is Rs. 5,000 per month for a minimum internship period of six months, starting from 1 January 2027. It will be paid in two equal installments: Rs. 15,000 after three months and Rs. 15,000 after six months.
Accommodation and boarding or lodging expenses are not provided. No TA/DA is payable for joining.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 15 October 2026 |
| Intimation to selected students | 1 December 2026 |
| Internship start date | 1 January 2027 |
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their educational qualifications and fulfilment of the eligibility criteria. If required, shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interaction by telephone or video conference. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interaction or internship offer.
Documents to Prepare
- Completed application form (Annexure A), with a recent passport-size photograph affixed and self-attested.
- Recent referral or sponsorship letter from the college or university.
- Detailed resume.
- Self-attested copies of degrees, academic qualification certificates and mark sheets, and experience certificates.
- Copy of Aadhaar card and PAN card.
- Bank details.
- Signed undertakings covering adherence to the Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923, and applicable Ministry of Defence IT rules and regulations.
How to Apply
Complete the prescribed application form (Annexure A) and submit it with the required supporting documents by speed post or email.
By speed post: Director, DRDE, DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Jhansi Road, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, PIN 474002.
By email: The source does not provide an email address.
Incomplete or incorrect applications, and applications received after the deadline, will be rejected.
Application deadline: 14-11-2026
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