DRDO DRDL Paid Internship Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - 165 Vacancies for Engineering & Science UG/PG Students

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• Updated August 07, 2026 03:56 PM
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• Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad, a premier laboratory of the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), has released its official notification (Advertisement No. DRDL/HRD/INTERNSHIP/2026/01) for a Paid Internship Scheme 2026. The notification invites applications from final-year Engineering and Physical Science UG/PG students for 165 indicative internship positions across four branches, with a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 for a 6-month duration. Applications close on 16th August 2026, and selection is through a walk-in interview at DRDL/ASL/CAS, Hyderabad.
• DRDL, Hyderabad, is engaged in the research and development of advanced Missile Systems technologies for the Indian Armed Forces. Indian citizen students pursuing their final year of Undergraduate Engineering or final year of Postgraduate Engineering/Physical Science, with a strong academic record, can apply for this paid internship. Selection is based purely on merit - academic percentage/CGPA and a walk-in interaction/interview - with no separate written test. The internship will run for 6 months at DRDL/ASL/CAS, Hyderabad, offering hands-on exposure to defence research and missile systems technology.
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DRDL Paid Internship 2026 Overview

DRDL Paid Internship 2026 Vacancy Details

• DRDL has notified 165 indicative internship positions across four branch codes. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease at the absolute discretion of the establishment.

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must be pursuing their final year of Undergraduate Engineering, OR
• Candidates must be pursuing their final year of Postgraduate Engineering or Physical Science.
• The course must be a full-time programme in the respective discipline from a recognised Indian University/Institute, approved by AICTE/UGC.
• Candidates must have a good academic track record with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPA (CGPA to be converted to percentage as an average of completed semesters/years).

Other Eligibility Conditions

• The candidate must be an Indian citizen.
• A referral/request letter from the Principal/Director of the candidate's college or institution is mandatory, recommending only highly deserving, meritorious students, and must be submitted on college letterhead.
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DRDL Paid Internship 2026 Age Limit

• Candidates must be below 28 years of age to be eligible for this internship.
• To avoid any confusion regarding age eligibility, candidates can use our Age Calculator to calculate their exact age based on the prescribed cut-off date before applying.

DRDL Paid Internship 2026 Important Dates

• The interview date will be intimated to shortlisted candidates via phone and on the DRDO website after shortlisting.

DRDL Paid Internship 2026 Selection Process

• Application Submission: Candidates submit a physical application (in an envelope) at the walk-in registration desk, along with a scanned copy sent by email.
• Shortlisting: Based on academic percentage/CGPA (converted to percentage) and the mandatory college referral letter.
• Interaction/Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for an interaction/interview at DRDL/ASL/CAS, Hyderabad.
• Final Selection: Made entirely on merit basis. No communication will be sent to rejected candidates.
• The management reserves the right to change the vacancy positions or selection criteria at any point during the selection process, without assigning any reason.

DRDL Paid Internship 2026 Required Documents

• Selected students must submit the following documents at the time of joining:
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the college, in original, on college letterhead, confirming relief for the internship and a minimum of 15 working days' presence per month.
• Police verification acknowledgement from the local police station.
• Undertaking for adherence to the Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923.
• Undertaking to follow IT rules and regulations applicable to the Ministry of Defence.
• Bank account details for transfer of the internship stipend.
• Medical fitness certificate from an authorised medical practitioner holding at least an MBBS degree.
• Original Aadhaar card and college ID card, for verification at the time of joining.
• 3 passport-size photographs.
• All previous semester mark sheets in original, for on-the-spot verification (returned immediately after verification).
• Indemnity form, to be provided by the college as and when required by DRDL/ASL/CAS.
• Character certificate from the college, and police verification certificate, to be brought by shortlisted candidates at the time of the walk-in.

How to Apply for DRDL Paid Internship 2026

• Obtain a mandatory referral/request letter from your college's Principal/Director, on college letterhead, recommending you as a meritorious student for the DRDL Paid Internship Scheme.
• Fill out the application form as per the official format (Name, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Number, College details, Discipline, Branch Code, Degree/Semester/Year, % Marks/CGPA, Achievements, Languages Known, Referral Letter, Address, Contact details).
• Walk in and submit the completed application in an envelope at the registration desk, clearly marking the envelope "Application for Paid Internship" and mentioning the relevant Branch Code (EE/ME/PH/CS).
• Also forward a scanned copy of the application to: [email protected]
• Ensure your application reaches by the last date of 16th August 2026 (tentative).
• Wait for shortlisting intimation via phone and the DRDO website for the interview.
• There is no online application portal for this internship; candidates must apply through the walk-in process along with the email submission described above.
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DRDL Paid Internship 2026 Important Instructions

• Candidates should make their own arrangements for stay and transport in Hyderabad, and should be prepared to stay for one or more days depending on the number of candidates attending the walk-in interview.
• No boarding or lodging expenses are admissible; only subsidised canteen facilities are available at DRDL/ASL/CAS.
• The referral letter from the Principal/Director of the college/institute is mandatory for the application to be considered.
• Shortlisted candidates must bring a character certificate from their college and a police verification certificate to the interview.
• The laboratory (DRDL/ASL/CAS) will not be responsible for any injuries sustained during the internship period.
• This internship does not create any obligation on DRDL/ASL/CAS to offer future employment, nor can interns claim any employment right based on completing the internship.
• Selection is entirely merit-based; rejected candidates will not receive any individual communication.

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• Students pursuing Engineering or Physical Science can also explore more Government Internship Opportunities and DRDO and Defence Research Internships available across India. Final-year students looking for more research exposure can also check the latest Engineering Student Internship Programmes in the PSU and defence sectors. Those based in or near Hyderabad can browse more Hyderabad Government and PSU Internships for upcoming openings. Candidates preparing for a research career can explore other DRDO Recruitment and Internship Notifications matching their discipline and qualification.
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Q2. How many vacancies are there in DRDL Internship 2026?

• There are 165 indicative positions across four branches: EE (58), ME (87), PH (05), and CS (15). The number may increase or decrease at the establishment's discretion.

Q4. What is the eligibility for DRDL Paid Internship?

• Candidates must be pursuing their final year of Undergraduate Engineering, or final year Postgraduate in Engineering/Physical Science, full-time, from an AICTE/UGC-approved institute, with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.

Q5. What is the age limit for DRDL Paid Internship 2026?

• Candidates must be below 28 years of age.

Q7. What is the selection process for DRDL Paid Internship 2026?

• Selection is through shortlisting based on academic percentage/CGPA and a mandatory college referral letter, followed by a walk-in interaction/interview. Final selection is entirely merit-based.