Overview
Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDE), DRDO has released a recruitment notification for the post of Paid Intern (Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Engineering) (8 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply speed post or email before 14 November 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDE), DRDO
- Vacancies
- 8
- Advertisement No
- DRDE/HRD/Paid Intern/2026/03
- Last date to apply
- 14 November 2026
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | 14 November 2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 15/10/2026 |
| Last date for receipt of application | 14th Nov, 2026 |
| Intimation to Selected Students | 01st Dec, 2026 |
| Date of Start for Internship | 01st Jan, 2027 |
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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. Subject Code: Subject | Vacancies | Monthly Stipend | Duration 01: Biological Sciences | 03 | Rs. 5,000/- Per Month | 06 Months (Minimum) 02: Chemical Sciences | 03 | Rs. 5,000/- Per Month | 06 Months (Minimum) 03: Engineering | 02 | Rs. 5,000/- Per Month | 06 Months (Minimum)
How to Apply
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for DRDE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 8 Paid Intern Posts?
Last Date to Apply: 14 November 2026; Advertisement Date: 15/10/2026; Last date for receipt of application: 14th Nov, 2026; Intimation to Selected Students: 01st Dec, 2026; Date of Start for Internship: 01st Jan, 2027
What is the application fee?
Not stated in the notice
What is the age limit?
Below 28 Years (as on 14th Nov, 2026)