{"id":49595,"date":"2026-03-02T17:04:33","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T11:34:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/?p=49595"},"modified":"2026-03-02T17:04:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T11:34:34","slug":"drdo-drde-internship-apply","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foundit.in\/career-advice\/drdo-drde-internship-apply\/","title":{"rendered":"DRDO DRDE Internship 2026 \u2013 Eligibility, Dates, How to Apply"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The DRDO <\/strong> has announced its paid internship scheme<\/strong> offered by the Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDE), Gwalior<\/strong>, a laboratory functioning under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The DRDO DRDE internship<\/strong> is open to eligible Indian students pursuing specified undergraduate and postgraduate program who wish to gain hands-on exposure to research and development work carried out at a DRDO laboratory. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The DRDO internship by DRDE, Gwalior, <\/strong>is for a fixed period of six months and includes a monthly stipend, as notified in the official internship advertisement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article focuses on the DRDO DRDE Gwalior Internship<\/strong> mentioned in the official notification and explains the eligibility criteria, stipend structure, application process, and important dates exactly as released by DRDE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. DRDO DRDE Internship Overview<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  2. Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  3. Internship Domains and Vacancies<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  4. Stipend Details<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  5. How to Apply<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  6. Important Dates<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  7. Selection Process<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  8. FAQs on DRDO Internship<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n <\/ol>\n <\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

    DRDO DRDE Internship Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The DRDO DRDE Internship<\/strong> is conducted by the Defence Research and Development Establishment, Gwalior. DRDE is one of the laboratories under DRDO and is involved in defence-related research activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    As per the DRDO DRDE official notification,<\/strong> selected students will be engaged for a minimum duration of six months. On successful completion of the internship and submission of the required reports, interns will be issued a completion certificate by the laboratory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Internship name<\/strong><\/td>DRDO DRDE Internship 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    DRDO laboratory<\/strong><\/td>Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDE), Gwalior<\/td><\/tr>
    Location<\/strong><\/td>Jhansi Road, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh \u2013 474002<\/td><\/tr>
    Duration<\/strong><\/td>06 months (minimum)<\/td><\/tr>
    Monthly stipend<\/strong><\/td>\u20b95,000 (fixed)<\/td><\/tr>
    Total stipend<\/strong><\/td>\u20b930,000 for six months<\/td><\/tr>
    Stipend payment<\/strong><\/td>Two installments of \u20b915,000 after 3 months and 6 months<\/td><\/tr>
    Total vacancies<\/strong><\/td>08 (subject to change as per organisational requirements)<\/td><\/tr>
    Application mode<\/strong><\/td>Speed Post or Email<\/td><\/tr>
    Last date to apply<\/strong><\/td>25 January 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    Internship start date<\/strong><\/td>02 March 2026<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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    Eligibility Criteria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The eligibility conditions for the DRDO Internship 2026<\/strong> meet the following eligibility criteria as outlined in the official DRDE, Gwalior<\/strong> notification. Applicants must meet all the criteria listed below to be considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Nationality<\/strong><\/td>Indian citizens only<\/td><\/tr>
    Age limit<\/strong><\/td>Below 28 years <\/td><\/tr>
    Academic performance<\/strong><\/td>Minimum 75% marks or CGPA \u2265 7.5<\/td><\/tr>
    Institution type<\/strong><\/td>AICTE \/ UGC approved college or university<\/td><\/tr>
    Referral requirement<\/strong><\/td>Mandatory referral \/ sponsorship letter from the current college or university<\/td><\/tr>
    Internship duration<\/strong><\/td>Availability for a minimum period of 06 months<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Eligible Courses and Semesters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Applicants must be currently enrolled in the below-mentioned semesters at the time of application. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Only students pursuing the following courses and semesters are eligible to apply for the DRDO DRDE Internship:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Biological Sciences<\/strong>: Pursuing M.Sc. or equivalent (3rd \/ 4th semester) or B.Tech (7th \/ 8th semester) in disciplines such as Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Toxicology, or Immunology<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Chemical Sciences<\/strong>: Pursuing M.Sc. or equivalent (3rd \/ 4th semester) in Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, or Analytical Chemistry<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Engineering<\/strong>: Pursuing B.E. \/ B.Tech (7th \/ 8th semester) in Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, or Computer Sciences<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Applications from students outside these courses or semesters are not considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Meeting the eligibility criteria and submitting all required documents does not automatically guarantee selection. Shortlisting is carried out by DRDE based on academic qualifications and compliance with the notified requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Related: DRDO DGRE Internship 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Internship Domains and Vacancies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      The DRDO DRDE Internship 2026<\/strong> offers a limited number of subject areas. The domains and vacancies are explicitly mentioned in the official notification and may change based on organisational requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Subject Code<\/th>Internship Domain<\/th>Number of Vacancies<\/th>Eligible Background<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
      01<\/td>Biological Sciences<\/td>03<\/td>M.Sc. (3rd\/4th semester) or B.Tech (7th\/8th semester) in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Toxicology, or Immunology<\/td><\/tr>
      02<\/td>Chemical Sciences<\/td>03<\/td>M.Sc. (3rd\/4th semester) in Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, or Analytical Chemistry<\/td><\/tr>
      03<\/td>Engineering<\/td>02<\/td>B.E.\/B.Tech (7th\/8th semester) in Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, or Computer Sciences<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      The total number of vacancies for the DRDO DRDE Internship is eight. As stated in the official notice, the number of vacancies may be revised by DRDE depending on internal requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Candidates must apply against the relevant subject code while submitting the application form. Applications submitted for domains not listed above are not considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Stipend and Duration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      DRDO Internship<\/strong> is a paid internship with a fixed monthly stipend. The DRDO official notification also specifies as to how the stipend is released during the internship period and what interns should expect regarding accommodation and joining support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Internship Duration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      DRDO internship at DRDE<\/strong> is for a minimum period of 06 months. A completion certificate is issued after completion of 06 months from the date of joining the internship program, subject to the intern meeting the lab\u2019s reporting and project submission requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Events <\/strong><\/td>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
      Minimum duration<\/strong><\/td>06 months<\/td><\/tr>
      Certificate condition<\/strong><\/td>Issued after completion of 06 months from the date of joining<\/td><\/tr>
      Reporting requirement<\/strong><\/td>Progress report after 03 months and project report after 06 months \/ completion<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      Monthly Stipend and Payment Schedule<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      The stipend is fixed at \u20b95,000 per month<\/strong>. The official notice clearly mentions that the stipend for the full duration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Read Also: DRDO LRDE Internship 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How to Apply for DRDO DRDE Internship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Follow these steps to apply for the DRDO Internship <\/strong> at DRDE, Gwalior<\/strong> as per the official notification:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Choose the correct subject code<\/strong> (01 Biological Sciences, 02 Chemical Sciences, or 03 Engineering) before filling the form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Fill the application form (Annexure \u2018A\u2019)<\/strong> and paste a recent passport-size photograph on it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Get a referral\/sponsorship letter<\/strong> from your current college or university (mandatory).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Prepare your detailed resume<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. Attach self-attested copies<\/strong> of all academic certificates\/mark sheets (and experience certificates, if any).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      6. Add identity and account documents<\/strong>: self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, and your bank details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      7. Submit the complete set<\/strong> either by Speed Post to the Director, DRDE address or by email to the official DRDE email IDs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      8. Ensure it reaches on or before 25 January 2026<\/strong>. Late or incomplete applications are rejected.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Where to Send the Application:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Postal Address:<\/strong>
        Director, DRDE, DRDO
        Ministry of Defence
        Jhansi Road, Gwalior
        Madhya Pradesh \u2013 474002<\/td>        		Email IDs:<\/strong>
        director.drde@gov.in
        hrd.drde@gov.in<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

        Documents Required<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        The following documents must be submitted along with the application. Missing documents lead to rejection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n