DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 for 200 Intern Posts, Apply by 05 June 2026
DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27: 200 Intern Posts
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) — Paid Internship Overview
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Director General (Aeronautical Systems), has released the Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 for 200 internship positions across five DRDO labs: ADE (Bangalore), ADRDE (Agra), CABS (Bangalore), CEMILAC including RCMAs, and GTRE (Bangalore). Final year undergraduate and postgraduate engineering and science students with minimum 6.5 CGPA can apply before 05 June 2026.
This is a paid internship with a total stipend of ₹30,000 for 6 months, paid in two installments of ₹15,000 each. Only Indian nationals studying in India are eligible. Selection is based on shortlisting by respective labs — there is no written examination. Separate applications are required for each lab.
| Advertisement Number | DRDO/DG(Aero)/PI/001/2026 |
| Authority | Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) — DG (Aeronautical Systems) |
| Internship Type | Paid Internship |
| Total Vacancies | 200 Intern Posts |
| Internship Duration | 6 Months |
| Total Stipend | ₹30,000 (₹15,000 x 2 installments) |
| Eligible Candidates | Final Year UG / PG Engineering & Science Students |
| Minimum CGPA | 6.5 CGPA |
| Opening Date | |
| Closing Date | |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on application — No written exam |
| Nationality | Indian Nationals only (studying in India) |
| Labs Covered | ADE, ADRDE, CABS, CEMILAC, GTRE |
DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 — Important Dates and Application Fee
Advt DRDO/DG(Aero)/PI/001/2026: Last Date 05 June 2026
The application window for DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 opens on 26 May 2026 and closes on 05 June 2026. Applications received after the closing date will not be entertained. The eligibility cut-off date is also 05 June 2026.
| Opening Date of Advertisement | |
| Closing Date of Advertisement | |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | |
| Internship Duration | 6 Months |
The application window is open from 26 May to 05 June 2026 — a 10-day window. Candidates must submit their applications before the closing date. The eligibility cut-off date is also 05 June 2026, meaning candidates must meet all eligibility criteria by this date.
The internship duration is 6 months. Interns must maintain minimum 15 days physical presence per month. No certificate will be issued if the internship is left before completion.
| Application Fee | Not Mentioned in Official Notification |
The official advertisement does not specify an application fee for this internship. Candidates should contact the respective lab email IDs for any fee-related information. The application process appears to be free of cost.
DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 — Vacancy Details and Eligibility
200 Intern Posts — Advt DRDO/DG(Aero)/PI/001/2026
The DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 offers 200 internship positions across five DRDO laboratories under the Director General (Aeronautical Systems). The vacancies are distributed across multiple engineering and science disciplines including CSE/IT, Aerospace, Mechanical, EEE/EE, ECE, and others.
Lab-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Lab | Location | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| ADE (Aeronautical Development Establishment) | Bangalore | 69 |
| CABS (Centre for Airborne Systems) | Bangalore | 60 |
| GTRE (Gas Turbine Research Establishment) | Bangalore | 31 |
| ADRDE (Aerial Delivery Research & Development Establishment) | Agra | 20 |
| CEMILAC (Centre for Military Airworthiness & Certification) including RCMAs | Bangalore + Multiple Locations | 20 |
| Total | 200 |
Discipline-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Discipline | ADE | ADRDE | CABS | CEMILAC | GTRE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE/IT/Allied Disciplines | 21 | 04 | 25 | 03 | 04 |
| Aerospace Engineering | 12 | 02 | 01 | 03 | 09 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 15 | 06 | 01 | 03 | 10 |
| EEE/EE | 05 | 01 | 10 | 05 | 05 |
| ECE | 15 | 04 | 20 | — | — |
| Instrumentation | — | — | 02 | — | — |
| Metallurgy | — | — | — | — | 02 |
| Chemical Engineering | — | — | — | 01 | — |
| Data Science | — | — | — | 01 | — |
| Textile/Polymer Science | — | 02 | — | 03 | — |
| Defence Technologies | 01 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 01 |
Note: Scroll horizontally to view all columns →
RCMA Seat Distribution under CEMILAC
| Location | Discipline | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Bangalore | Multiple | 13 |
| Nasik | Mechanical | 01 |
| Hyderabad | Electronics | 01 |
| Lucknow | Electrical | 02 |
| Chandigarh | Aero | 01 |
| Kanpur | Textiles | 01 |
| Air Armament, Pune | Mechanical | 01 |
| Total | 20 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Eligible Candidates | Final Year UG / PG Engineering & Science Students |
| Minimum CGPA | 6.5 CGPA mandatory |
| UG Mandatory Document | 6th Semester marksheet |
| PG Mandatory Document | 2nd Semester marksheet |
| If Results Pending (UG) | Average of 4th & 5th semester marks considered |
| If Results Pending (PG) | 1st semester result considered |
| Nationality | Indian Nationals only (studying in India) |
Important Conditions
- Only Indian nationals studying in India are eligible
- Students studying outside India are NOT eligible
- Separate applications required for multiple labs
- Internship selection does not guarantee DRDO job
- Internship intake subject to lab availability
- Selection solely at lab discretion
- No certificate if internship left before completion
- Minimum 15 days physical presence per month mandatory
DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 — Selection Process
Shortlisting Based on Application — No Written Examination
The DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 does not involve any written examination. Selection is based on shortlisting by respective labs based on vacancies and application details. Selected candidates will be communicated through email by the respective lab.
Selection Stages
| Stage | Description | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Application Submission | Qualifying |
| Stage 2 | Eligibility Verification | Qualifying |
| Stage 3 | Shortlisting by Respective Labs | Merit-based |
| Stage 4 | Selection Communication through Email | Information |
| Stage 5 | Police Verification | Qualifying |
| Stage 6 | Document Verification | Qualifying |
| Stage 7 | Internship Allotment | Final |
Internship Timeline
| Month 1-3 | Internship period — minimum 15 days physical presence per month |
| Month 3 | Progress report submission + First stipend installment (₹15,000) |
| Month 4-6 | Continued internship period |
| Month 6 | Final project report + Clearance submission + Second stipend installment (₹15,000) |
| After Completion | Certificate issuance (no marks/grades/evaluation provided) |
DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 — Stipend and Internship Details
200 Intern Posts — Stipend Structure & Internship Areas
The DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 offers a total stipend of ₹30,000 for 6 months, paid in two installments of ₹15,000 each. The first installment is paid after 3 months upon submission of progress report, and the second installment is paid after completion of 6 months upon submission of final project report.
Stipend Structure
| Total Stipend | ₹30,000 for 6 months |
| Installment 1 | ₹15,000 after 3 months (upon progress report) |
| Installment 2 | ₹15,000 after next 3 months (upon final report) |
| Internship Duration | 6 Months |
| Certificate Condition | No certificate if internship left before completion |
| Attendance Requirement | Minimum 15 days physical presence per month |
Internship Areas by Lab
| ADE | UAVs, Cruise Missiles, Flight Control Systems, Simulators, Electro-optic Sensors |
| ADRDE | Parachute Systems, Aerial Delivery, Aircraft Arrester Barrier, Gaganyaan Decelerator |
| CABS | Airborne Early Warning & Control, Airborne Surveillance Platform Technology |
| CEMILAC | Aircraft/UAV/Engine Certification, Avionics, Helicopters, Missiles |
| GTRE | Gas Turbine Engines, Military Engine Applications, Prototype Manufacturing, Engine Testing |
Detailed Internship Areas
ADE Areas
- Air-launched expendable target aircraft systems
- Pilot training simulators
- Re-usable rocket pods
- Electro-optic sensors
- Flight Control System / Digital fly-by-wire FCS
- GFRP Composite radome technology
- UAVs / Remotely Piloted Strike Aircraft
- Cruise Missiles
ADRDE Areas
- Parachute Systems / Aerial Delivery Systems
- Aircraft Arrester Barrier Systems
- Controlled Aerial Delivery System
- Heavy Drop System / Recovery Systems
- Lighter than Air systems / Floatation Systems
- Human Space Program / Gaganyaan Decelerator Systems
- Textile Engineering
GTRE Areas
- Gas Turbine Engines / Military Engine Applications
- Gas Turbine Subsystems / Prototype Manufacturing
- Engine Testing / Aeronautics
- Mechanical / Electronics / Computer Science
- Materials Science / Applied Mathematics
CEMILAC Areas
- Aircraft / UAV / Engine Certification
- Avionics / Biomedical Equipment
- Aircraft Software / Helicopters / Missiles
- Materials / Fuels & Oils
CABS Areas
- Airborne Early Warning and Control Programme
- Airborne Surveillance Platform Technology
DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 — How to Apply
DRDO Internship 2026 — Application Process
The application process for DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 requires candidates to send their applications to the respective lab email IDs. Separate applications must be submitted for each lab. Applications received after the closing date of 05 June 2026 will not be entertained.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Download the application form from the DRDO advertisement. |
| Step 2 | Fill the application form with personal details, educational details, bank account details, and IFSC code. |
| Step 3 | Obtain permission letter from your College/Institute. |
| Step 4 | Prepare your Resume/CV. |
| Step 5 | Collect Statement of Marks: 6th Semester for UG, 1st & 2nd Semester for PG. |
| Step 6 | Take a copy of Aadhaar Card. |
| Step 7 | Send the complete application with all documents to the respective lab email ID before . |
| Step 8 | Wait for selection communication through email from the respective lab. |
Lab-wise Email IDs for Application
| Lab | Email ID | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
| ADE (Bangalore) | vivekpatidar.ade@gov.in | 080-25057095 / 7022 |
| ADRDE (Agra) | ashu.k.adrde@gov.in | 0562-2258109 / 261 / 272 |
| CABS (Bangalore) | admin.cabs@gov.in / mis.cabs@gov.in | 080-25049217 |
| CEMILAC (Bangalore) | hrd.cemilac@gov.in | 080-25121108 |
| GTRE (Bangalore) | hrd.gtre@gov.in | 080-25040894 / 95 |
Documents Required for Application
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Completed application with all details |
| Permission Letter from College/Institute | Institute approval for internship |
| Resume / CV | Academic and project details |
| Statement of Marks (6th Semester for UG) | CGPA verification — mandatory at joining |
| Statement of Marks (1st & 2nd Semester for PG) | CGPA verification — mandatory at joining |
| Aadhaar Card Copy | Identity verification |
| Examination Schedule Certificate | From Institute/HOD — required at joining |
Application Form Fields
- Name
- Date of Birth
- Category
- Degree & Roll Number
- Branch & Semester
- College Registration Number
- Institute Name
- Postal Address
- Email ID
- Mobile Number
- Bank Account Details
- IFSC Code
Important Instructions
- Separate applications required for multiple labs
- Applications received after closing date (05 June 2026) will not be entertained
- Applications with false information will be rejected
- Incomplete applications will be rejected
- Only Indian nationals studying in India are eligible
- Students studying outside India are NOT eligible
- Accommodation and logistics are the student's responsibility
- Internship selection does not guarantee DRDO job
- Internship intake subject to lab availability
- Selection solely at lab discretion
DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 — Selection Process and Documents
DRDO Internship 2026 — Selection Stages & Verification Guide
The selection process for DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 involves shortlisting by respective labs based on application details. There is no written examination or interview. Selected candidates will be communicated through email. Police verification and document verification are mandatory before joining.
Mode of Selection
| Stage | Description | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Application Submission | Qualifying |
| Stage 2 | Eligibility Verification | Qualifying |
| Stage 3 | Shortlisting by Respective Labs | Merit-based |
| Stage 4 | Selection Communication (Email) | Information |
| Stage 5 | Police Verification | Qualifying |
| Stage 6 | Document Verification | Qualifying |
| Stage 7 | Internship Allotment | Final |
Documents Required
| At Application Stage | |
| Application Form | Completed with all details |
| Permission Letter | From College/Institute |
| Resume / CV | Academic details |
| Statement of Marks | 6th Sem (UG) / 1st & 2nd Sem (PG) |
| Aadhaar Card | Identity proof |
| At Joining Stage | |
| Police Clearance Certificate | Mandatory |
| Valid Photo ID with Address | Identity verification |
| Examination Schedule Certificate | From Institute/HOD |
| 6th Semester Marksheet (UG) | Mandatory — failure to submit = no internship |
| 2nd Semester Marksheet (PG) | Mandatory — failure to submit = no internship |
| After Completion | |
| Clearance Certificate | Required for certificate issuance |
Full Particulars Required Before Joining
- Father's Name
- Religion
- Identification Marks
- Guardian Details
- Permanent Address
- Present Address
- Police Verification Number
Warnings and Termination Conditions
- Applications with false information will be rejected
- Incomplete applications will be rejected
- Misrepresentation of facts can cancel candidature
- Misconduct/misbehavior can cancel candidature without notice
- Internship can be terminated for irregular attendance
- Violation of security rules leads to termination
- Social media misconduct related to DRDO leads to termination
- Non-submission of required reports leads to termination
- Students are NOT allowed to bring: Laptops, Mobile phones, Smart watches, USB dongles, Storage media
DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 — Important Links and Follow Us
Official Lab Contact Details
| Lab | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
| ADE | vivekpatidar.ade@gov.in | 080-25057095 |
| ADRDE | ashu.k.adrde@gov.in | 0562-2258109 |
| CABS | admin.cabs@gov.in | 080-25049217 |
| CEMILAC | hrd.cemilac@gov.in | 080-25121108 |
| GTRE | hrd.gtre@gov.in | 080-25040894 |
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Lab Postal Addresses
ADRDE: Director, ADRDE, Station Road, Agra Cantt-282001
CABS: Director, CABS Belur, Yemalur Post, Bangalore-560037
GTRE: Director GTRE, CV Raman Nagar, Bangalore-560093
DRDO Paid Internship Scheme 2026-27 — FAQs
Final year undergraduate and postgraduate engineering and science students with minimum 6.5 CGPA are eligible. UG students must have 6th semester marksheet, and PG students must have 2nd semester marksheet. Only Indian nationals studying in India can apply.
The total stipend is ₹30,000 for 6 months, paid in two installments of ₹15,000 each. The first installment is paid after 3 months upon progress report submission, and the second after 6 months upon final project report submission.
Candidates must download the application form, fill it completely, and send it with required documents to the respective lab email ID before 05 June 2026. Separate applications are required for each lab. Applications received after the closing date will not be entertained.
A total of 200 internship positions are available across five DRDO labs: ADE Bangalore (69), CABS Bangalore (60), GTRE Bangalore (31), ADRDE Agra (20), and CEMILAC including RCMAs (20). Vacancies are distributed across multiple engineering and science disciplines.
The closing date for applications is 05 June 2026. The eligibility cut-off date is also 05 June 2026. Applications received after the closing date will not be entertained under any circumstances.
There is no written examination or interview. Selection is based on shortlisting by respective labs based on vacancies and application details. Selected candidates will be communicated through email. Police verification and document verification are mandatory before joining.
The internship duration is 6 months. Interns must maintain minimum 15 days physical presence per month. A progress report is required after 3 months and a final project report after 6 months. No certificate will be issued if the internship is left before completion.
Five DRDO labs under Director General (Aeronautical Systems) are covered: ADE (Bangalore), ADRDE (Agra), CABS (Bangalore), CEMILAC including RCMAs (Bangalore + multiple locations), and GTRE (Bangalore). The internship areas include UAVs, missiles, gas turbine engines, airborne systems, and aircraft certification.
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