Overview
Defence Laboratory Jodhpur (DLJ) under DRDO is offering a fantastic opportunity for final year Engineering and Science students to gain hands-on research experience through paid internships. This 6-month program provides valuable exposure to defense research projects along with a monthly stipend.
📋 Quick Information
Organization: Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur (DLJ), Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
Total Vacancies: 20 Posts
Post Type: Paid Internship Program (Year 2026)
Job Type: Internship (6 months duration with possible extension)
Application Mode: Offline (By Speed Post)
Official Website: drdo.gov.in
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Submit Application | 23rd December 2025 |
| Intimation to Selected Students | From 26th December 2025 onwards |
| Start of Internship | 1st January 2026 |
📍 Vacancy Details
A total of 20 internship positions are available across multiple engineering and science disciplines:
| Branch/Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Electronics / ECE / EIE | |
| Mechanical Engineering | |
| Electrical Engineering | 20 (Total) |
| Computer Science & Engineering | |
| Materials / Chemical Engineering | |
| Physics | |
| Chemistry |
Note: The 20 positions are distributed across all these disciplines. Candidates can apply based on their field of study.
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a final year student pursuing full-time Graduate (B.Tech/B.E/B.Sc) or Post Graduate (M.Tech/M.E/M.Sc) degree in Engineering or Science
- Course must be from an AICTE/UGC approved College or University
- Minimum 75% marks OR 7.5 CGPA and above in academic record
- Applicable Disciplines:
- Electronics / ECE / EIE
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Materials / Chemical Engineering
- Physics
- Chemistry
Important: Only students with excellent academic records will be considered.
💰 Stipend Details (per month)
Monthly Stipend: Rs. 5,000/-
Payment Terms:
- Stipend paid for 6 months of internship
- Applicable only when present for minimum 15 working days per month
- Payment made in two instalments:
- First instalment: After 3 months of internship
- Second instalment: After completion of 6 months
- Amount will be directly credited to student’s bank account
Extension Benefits:
- For M.Tech/M.Sc project work: Possible extension of 8-10 months
- No stipend for extended period
- Certificate awarded only after completing full 6 months
Additional Costs:
- No boarding or lodging expenses provided
- Students responsible for their own accommodation and travel
⏳ Age Limit
Maximum Age: Below 28 years
No age relaxation mentioned in the official notification.
🎯 Selection Process
Students will be selected based on:
- Academic Merit – CGPA/percentage (minimum 75% or 7.5 CGPA)
- Online Interview/Interaction – As required by the laboratory
- Document Verification – Thorough verification of all submitted documents
- Institutional Recommendation – Principal/HOD must send a request letter recommending highly deserving students
Selection Criteria:
- Entirely merit-based selection
- Only selected students will be notified via email
- Incomplete or late applications will be rejected
- No communication for rejected applications
📑 How to Apply
Application Process (Offline by Speed Post):
- Download Application Form from the official notification PDF
- Fill the prescribed format with all accurate details
- Attach Required Documents (mentioned below)
- Get Recommendation Letter from your Principal/HOD
- Clearly mention on envelope:
- “Application for Paid Internship”
- Branch Code (e.g., EC, ME, EE, CS, CE, PH, CH)
- Send by Speed Post to: DIRECTOR
Defence Laboratory Jodhpur
Prof. Daulat Singh Kothari Marg
Ratanada, Jodhpur – 342011
Rajasthan - Application Deadline: Must reach before 23rd December 2025
Important Notes:
- Applications received after deadline will be rejected
- Handwritten or typed applications as per format
- Keep copies of all documents for your records
- Track your Speed Post for delivery confirmation
⚙️ Key Documents Required
At Time of Application:
- Filled application form (as per prescribed format)
- Request/Recommendation letter from Principal/HOD
- Academic mark sheets (all semesters/years)
- Current semester registration proof
At Time of Joining (For Selected Candidates):
- Reference letter from college
- Bonafide Certificate
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from college
- Police Verification Certificate
- Required Undertakings (as specified)
- Bank Account Details (for stipend credit)
- Aadhaar Card copy
- College ID Card copy
- Passport size photographs (recent)
- All academic mark sheets and certificates
- Any other documents specified in joining instructions
📘 Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
💡 Important Terms & Conditions
Internship Guidelines:
- Strictly adhere to laboratory rules and regulations during internship
- Internship will be terminated for any indisciplinary activities
- DRDO has no obligation to offer employment after internship completion
- Interns cannot claim employment rights based on internship completion
- Management reserves right to change vacancy positions or selection criteria
Certificate Requirements:
- Completion certificate issued only after:
- Successfully completing 6 months
- Project work evaluation
- Submission of project report
- Completion of all formalities
- No certificate if internship is discontinued mid-way
- No payment if student leaves before completion
🎯 Benefits of This Internship
✅ Hands-on experience in defense research projects
✅ Exposure to cutting-edge technology and innovation
✅ Monthly stipend of Rs. 5,000 for 6 months
✅ Work with experienced DRDO scientists
✅ Completion certificate from DRDO
✅ Excellent addition to your resume/CV
✅ Possible extension for M.Tech/M.Sc project work
✅ Networking opportunities in defense sector
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the duration of the internship?
The internship is for 6 months starting from 1st January 2026, with possible extension of 8-10 months for M.Tech/M.Sc project students (without stipend for extended period).
Q2. Can pre-final year students apply?
No, only final year students are eligible to apply.
Q3. Is accommodation provided?
No, boarding and lodging expenses are not provided. Students must arrange their own accommodation.
Q4. When will I receive the stipend?
Stipend is paid in two instalments – first after 3 months and second after 6 months of completion.
Q5. What if I need to leave the internship before completion?
If you discontinue before completing 6 months, no completion certificate will be issued and no payment will be made.
Q6. Will DRDO offer me a job after the internship?
No, DRDO has no obligation to offer employment after internship completion. This is purely a learning opportunity.
Q7. How will I know if I’m selected?
Selected students will be notified via the email ID mentioned in the application form from 26th December 2025 onwards.
Q8. Can I apply for multiple disciplines?
Apply for the discipline matching your current course of study. Mention the appropriate branch code on your envelope.
Disclaimer: This information is compiled from the official DRDO notification. For the most accurate and complete details, please refer to the official notification PDF. We assume no responsibility for any inadvertent errors.
