DRDO Paid Internship Scheme – 2026 (DEAL, Dehradun)
Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), DRDO invites applications for Paid Internship for final year meritorious students.
Organization Details
- Organization (English): Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), DRDO
- Organization (Hindi): रक्षा इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स अनुप्रयोग प्रयोगशाला (DEAL), DRDO
- Parent Organization: Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
- Ministry: Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Job Location
| City | Dehradun |
|---|---|
| State | Uttarakhand |
| Country | India |
| Postal Code | 248001 |
| Street Address | Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), DRDO, Post Box No. 54, Raipur Road, Dehradun |
Internship Details
- Type: Paid Internship
- Duration: 6 Months (Fixed)
- Employment Type: Internship (Fixed Term)
Disciplines & Vacancies
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 20 |
| Computer Science Engineering | 20 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 05 |
Total Vacancies: 45
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply: 30 June 2026
- Intimation to Selected Students: 15 July 2026
- Internship Start Date: 03 August 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- B.E./B.Tech final year students (completed 3rd year / 6th semester or completing by July 2026)
- OR M.Tech / M.Sc (Electronics) final year students (completed 1st year / 2nd semester or completing by July 2026)
- Must be from AICTE approved institution
- Minimum CGPA ≥ 7.0 (on scale of 10)
- No backlog in first 5 semesters
Application Process
- Fill application in prescribed format (Appendix-A only)
- Download form from DRDO careers website
- Attach required documents (NOC, marksheets, resume, Aadhaar, etc.)
- Send application via Speed Post only
- Write “Application for DRDO Paid Internship” on envelope
- Mention discipline/branch clearly
- Send to DEAL, DRDO Dehradun address
Selection Process
- Selection based on merit only
- No interview mentioned
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- DRDO reserves right to change criteria
Stipend Details
- Total Stipend: ₹30,000
- ₹15,000 after 3 months
- ₹15,000 after 6 months
- Minimum 15 working days attendance per month required
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned (Free Application)
Reservation Details
No reservation details specified in the official notification.
Age Limit
Not explicitly mentioned in the notification.
Important Notes
- Internship must be completed for stipend eligibility
- No accommodation, food, transport provided
- Must follow Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923
- Must comply with Ministry of Defence IT rules
