Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) — Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
Cut-off Date: 16 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 28 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 17 Aug 1998 to 16 Aug 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 28 yrs | — | 17 Aug 1998 to 16 Aug 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 31 yrs | +3 yrs | 17 Aug 1995 to 16 Aug 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 17 Aug 1993 to 16 Aug 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 33 yrs | +5 yrs | 17 Aug 1993 to 16 Aug 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +10 yrs | 17 Aug 1988 to 16 Aug 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–28 Years (As on 16 Aug 2026)
The Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) has issued an official recruitment notification for Intern, announcing a total of 165 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 01 September 2026 and closes on 16 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Final year UG/PG in Engineering or Physical Science with 60% aggregate. and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 28 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of ₹5,000 per month. The selection procedure comprises Merit-based shortlisting followed by a walk-in interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 01 Sep 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
16 Aug 2026
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| Post Name | Intern |
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| Total Vacancies | 165 |
| Qualification | Final year UG/PG in Engineering or Physical Science with 60% aggregate. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 28 years |
| Salary | ₹5,000 per month |
| Application Fee | N/A |
| Selection Process | Merit-based shortlisting followed by a walk-in interview. |
The Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad, has announced the notification (Advertisement No. DRDL/HRD/INTERNSHIP/2026/01) for its 2026 Paid Internship Scheme. This program provides 6 months of training for final-year Undergraduate and Postgraduate students in Engineering and Physical Science disciplines.
DRDL has identified 165 indicative positions. The distribution by branch is as follows:
| Branch Code | Discipline | Positions |
|---|---|---|
| EE | Electronics, Communication, Instrumentation, Electrical | 58 |
| ME | Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, Production, Material, Safety, Textile | 87 |
| PH | Mathematics and Allied Science | 05 |
| CS | Computer Science, AI, Cyber Security | 15 |
Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend of ₹5,000. Payment is disbursed in two installments after the completion of 3-month tenure milestones. Interns are required to maintain a minimum attendance of 15 working days per month. Note that boarding and lodging are not provided by the organization.
The selection is merit-based, determined by academic performance and a walk-in interview/interaction session. There is no written examination. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via phone and the official DRDO website.
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