The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has invited applications for its 2025 Internship Program. A total of 165 internship positions are open across various disciplines, including Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science, and Physical Sciences. This opportunity is available for students currently pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
Internships will be conducted at the Instruments Research and Development Establishment (IRDE) in Hyderabad.
📌 Key Highlights:
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Internship Type: Paid Internship
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Stipend: ₹5,000/month
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Location: Hyderabad
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Duration: 6 months (August 1, 2025 – January 2026)
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Total Vacancies: 165
🧑🎓 Eligibility Criteria for DRDO Internship 2025:
Education:
Candidates must be pursuing a full-time degree (BE, B.Tech, B.Sc, ME, M.Tech, M.Sc) from AICTE/UGC-approved universities.
Discipline-wise Vacancies:
| Branch Code | Discipline | No. of Posts |
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| EE | Electronics, ECE, VLSI, Embedded, Instrumentation, Electrical | 58 |
| ME | Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, Production, Metallurgy, etc. | 75 |
| PH | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Allied Sciences | 08 |
| CS | CSE, AI, Cybersecurity & Allied | 24 |
📖 Academic Requirements:
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Consistent academic record with minimum 85% marks or 8.5 CGPA.
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Maintain 8.5 CGPA throughout previous semesters.
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Must submit a bio-data (under 300 words), highlighting academic achievements.
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College must provide a recommendation/request letter from the Principal/Director.
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Age must be below 28 years as of the application deadline.
🧪 Selection Process for DRDO Internship 2025:
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Screening based on academic performance (minimum 60%) and CGPA.
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Shortlisted students will be called for an interaction/interview.
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Final selection based on interview performance and document verification.
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Selected students must submit a character certificate from their college and a police verification certificate.
📝 How to Apply for DRDO Internship 2025?
Candidates should:
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Fill out the application form in the prescribed format.
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Send the hard copy via Speed Post to the address below:
Postal Address:
Director,
Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL),
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex,
Defence R&D Organisation,
P.O. Kanchanbagh,
Hyderabad, Telangana – 500058 -
Email a scanned copy of the application to: drdlintern2025@gmail.com
📌 Important Note: Mention “Application for Paid Internship – Branch Code: [Your Code]” on the top of the envelope.
📅 Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
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| Last Date to Apply | July 14, 2025 |
| Notification to Shortlisted Candidates | July 22, 2025 |
| Interview Date | July 26, 2025 |
| Internship Start Date | August 1, 2025 |
🔗 Official Website:
👉 www.drdo.gov.in
👉 Download Application Form & Full Notification – Click Here
🧾 About DRDO:
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, is the nation’s premier R&D agency for defence systems and technologies. The internship is being offered through the Recruitment and Assessment Centre (RAC).
