Research Centre Imarat (DRDO RCI) — Defence Research and Development Organisation
Cut-off Date: 20 Jun 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 27 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 | 27 yrs | — | 21 Jun 1999 to 20 Jun 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 21 Jun 1999 to 20 Jun 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +3 yrs | 21 Jun 1996 to 20 Jun 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 21 Jun 1994 to 20 Jun 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 21 Jun 1994 to 20 Jun 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +10 yrs | 21 Jun 1989 to 20 Jun 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 20 Jun 2026)
The Research Centre Imarat (DRDO RCI) has issued an official recruitment notification for Paid Internships for Engineering/Science UG & PG Students, announcing a total of 160 vacancies located in All India. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 20 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Final year B.Tech, M.Tech, or M.Sc (Physics/Chemistry) and be within the prescribed age limit of Below 28 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 5,000 per month. The selection procedure comprises Based on CGPA and online interview/interaction. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Last Date to Apply |
20 Jun 2026
|
|---|---|
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 01 Jul 2026 |
| Post Name | Paid Internships for Engineering/Science UG & PG Students |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 160 |
| Qualification | Final year B.Tech, M.Tech, or M.Sc (Physics/Chemistry) |
| Age Limit | Below 28 years |
| Salary | Rs. 5,000 per month |
| Application Fee | None |
| Selection Process | Based on CGPA and online interview/interaction |
The Research Centre Imarat (RCI), a premier laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has initiated the recruitment process for 160 paid internship positions. This program is designed for final-year students pursuing Undergraduate and Postgraduate degrees in Engineering and Science disciplines. Applications must be submitted via the offline mode by 20 June 2026.
| Position Type | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Under-Graduate (B.Tech VII & VIII Sem) | 160 |
| Post-Graduate (M.Tech / M.Sc IInd Year) |
Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 5,000. The standard internship duration is 6 months, paid in two equal installments (after 3 months and after 6 months). Note that M.Tech/M.Sc project internships may be extended by 4-6 months, though this extension is typically without a stipend.
The selection of candidates for the DRDO RCI internship is based on the applicant's academic CGPA and performance in an online interview or interaction, subject to satisfactory document verification.
Caution: Candidates should retain a photocopy of the submitted application form for future verification purposes. Ensure that the application is dispatched well before the deadline to account for postal transit time.
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