DRDO Paid Internship 2025 - Golden Opportunity for Engineering & Science Students
Are you an engineering or science student looking for real-world research experience and a chance to work with India’s premier defence research organisation? The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced its 2025 Paid Internship - a golden opportunity for final‑year UG/PG students to get hands‑on exposure in cutting-edge defence projects.
Why This Internship Matters
- Prestigious labs: Intern with DRDO labs like Scientific Analysis Group (SAG), Delhi or DRDO Young Scientist Laboratory – Quantum Technologies (DYSL‑QT), Pune — places working on nation‑level projects.
- Relevant for students: Open to final‑year B.E/B.Tech, M.E/M.Tech or M.Sc students.
- Stipend support: Selected interns will receive ₹5,000 per month for 6 months.
- Certificate & experience: A certificate from DRDO and experience working on real defence-research projects - big boost for your resume.
Key Details: Vacancy, Eligibility & Application
| Lab / Location | Vacancies & Disciplines | Download PDF |
|---|---|---|
| SAG, Delhi | 24 vacancies - CS/AI/IT/Cyber‑Security (17), ECE/EIE (4), Physics (2), Maths/Statistics (1) | Download PDF |
| DYSL‑QT, Pune | 5 vacancies - Electronics (ECE / E&TC), Physics (Quantum/Optics) | Download PDF |
Who Can Apply
- Final-year B.E/B.Tech (7th/8th sem) or M.E/M.Tech/M.Sc (3rd/4th sem or 2nd year) in relevant streams (CS, IT, ECE, Physics, etc.).
- Active backlogs are not allowed.
- Minimum academic performance required: SAG - 75% / 7.5 CGPA; DYSL‑QT - 70% / 7.0 CGPA.
- For DYSL‑QT, age must be below 28 years.
Stipend & Perks
- Monthly stipend of ₹5,000 for 6 months.
- Stipend disbursed in two installments: ₹15,000 after 3 months, ₹15,000 after successful completion at 6 months.
- Opportunity to work on live defence-research projects and learn under experienced scientists/engineers.
- Internship certificate from DRDO - great value for future applications.
How to Apply
Click here for the official application page: Apply Here
For SAG, Delhi (Email Application)
- Download the PDF & application form from above link.
- Fill the form manually, and attach a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your college principal/HOD.
- Scan the filled form + NOC + mark-sheets + identity proofs into a single PDF.
- Email the PDF to
saghr.sag@gov.inwith subject line: “Application for Paid Internship – January 2026 – [Branch Code] – [Your Name]”.
For DYSL‑QT, Pune (Offline Application — Speed Post)
- Download DYSL‑QT PDF & application form from above link.
- Fill biodata form and attach NOC from your college.
- Send hard-copy by Speed Post to:
The Director, DYSL-QT, Hall No. 1, Ground Floor, Vigyan Upkendra, DIAT Campus, Girinagar, Pune – 411025
Superscribe envelope: “Application for Paid Internship – Branch Code […]”
Important Dates
- Application Deadline for SAG (Delhi): 19 December 2025
- Application Deadline for DYSL-QT (Pune): 20 December 2025
- Internship Start Date (Both labs): 01 January 2026 (tentative)
Final Thoughts
If you are serious about a career in defence research, engineering, or advanced scientific work — this internship with DRDO is one of the best stepping stones. The stipend is modest, but the experience, exposure, and DRDO certification are invaluable.
Information is based on official DRDO notifications Always verify details from official PDFs before applying.
