DRDE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 8 Paid Intern Posts

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• Updated October 19, 2026 09:31 AM
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• Applications closed on 14 November 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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Vacancy Details

• DRDE has announced a total of 8 vacancies under the Paid Internship Scheme. Vacancies are tentative and may change as per organizational requirement; unfilled vacancies may be merged with other subjects.

How to Apply for DRDE Recruitment 2026

• Candidates must prepare their application in the prescribed format (Annexure - 'A') and submit it along with all required supporting documents either by speed post or via email latest by 14 November 2026.
• By Speed Post: Send the application and documents to: Director, DRDE, DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Jhansi Road, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, Pin Code-474002.
• By Email: Email the documents to [email protected] and [email protected].
• Documents named in the notice to be submitted with the application:
• Duly Filled Application Form (Annexure - 'A') with recent passport size photograph affixed and self-attested
• Recent referral/sponsorship letter from the respective college/university (format given in notification)
• Detailed resume
• Self-attested copies of all degrees/academic qualification certificates/mark sheets/experience certificates
• Copy of Aadhar Card & PAN Card
• Bank Details
• Signed undertakings for adherence to the Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923 and IT Rules and Regulations applicable for Ministry of Defence
• For inquiries, candidates may contact DRDE at Phone No.: 0751-2390120, 2390122 or visit the official website at www.drdo.gov.in.

Selection and Interview

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on educational qualifications and on fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria (minimum 75% marks or ≥ 7.5 CGPA). Mere applying with required documents or fulfilling the required criteria will not ascertain candidature/paid internship. If required, an interaction will be conducted through telephonic mode or Video Conferencing (VC). Only shortlisted candidates will be informed for the interaction or offer of internship, and they must report to the Lab/Establishment as per the terms and conditions mentioned in the internship offer letter. Final selection does not confer any right for absorption in DRDO.

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Important Instructions

• Electronic items including smartphones, mobile phones, pen drives, laptops, CD-ROMs, and any type of electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited inside the DRDE Gwalior Campus.
• Attendance must be marked by the interns as per Lab/Establishment procedures or Biometric/Aadhar based systems.
• Working hours and gazetted/closed holidays will be as applicable to the DRDE Lab/Establishment.
• No leave except sick leave (with production of a valid medical prescription) will be granted.
• Interns must submit a progress report after 03 months and a final project report after 06 months/completion of the course.
• A Completion Certificate will be issued only after successful completion of the 06-month project and submission of the project report.
• Original referral/sponsorship letters, qualification certificates, experience, age proof, ID, and address proofs must be produced for verification at the time of reporting.
• Incomplete or erroneous applications or those received after the due date will be rejected.
• The decision of Director DRDE Gwalior will be final in case of any discrepancy.
• No further communication in this regard will be entertained.

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Q1. How many vacancies are available in DRDE Recruitment 2026?

• There are 8 vacancies in total: 3 for Biological Sciences, 3 for Chemical Sciences, and 2 for Engineering.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for the internship?

• Applicants must be pursuing M.Sc. (3rd/4th Sem) or B.E./B.Tech (7th/8th Sem) in relevant disciplines with at least 75% marks or 7.5 CGPA.

Q4. What is the age limit for DRDE Paid Interns?

• Candidates must be below 28 years of age as on 14 November 2026.

Q6. What is the application fee for DRDE Recruitment 2026?

• The notification does not mention any application fee.

Q8. What is the selection process for DRDE Paid Interns?

• Selection is based on shortlisting according to academic qualifications, followed by telephonic or video conferencing interaction if required.