DRDO invites applications for 8 internship posts at Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDE), Gwalior on a contract basis. The internship offers hands-on research exposure in Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, and Engineering for a minimum duration of 6 months. Candidates pursuing M.Sc. or B.Tech/B.E. in relevant fields with a maximum age of 28 years are eligible. There is no application fee. Applications must be sent offline by 25-01-2026 to the specified address or email. Selection is based on educational qualifications and eligibility criteria.
Vacancy Details
- Internship: 3 vacancies
Qualification: Pursuing M.Sc. or equivalent (03rd/04th Sem)/B.Tech Biological Sciences (Biotechnology/ Microbiology/ Pharmacology/ Toxicology/ Immunology) - Internship: 3 vacancies
Qualification: Pursuing M.Sc. or equivalent Chemistry in (Organic Chemistry/ Inorganic Chemistry/ Analytical Chemistry) - Internship: 2 vacancies
Qualification: Pursuing B.E./ B.Tech. in Electronics/ Mechanical Engineering/ Information Technology/ Computer Sciences
Qualification Requirements
Pursuing M.Sc. or equivalent (03rd/04th Sem)/B.Tech Biological Sciences (Biotechnology/ Microbiology/ Pharmacology/ Toxicology/ Immunology) for Biological Sciences; Pursuing M.Sc. or equivalent Chemistry in (Organic Chemistry/ Inorganic Chemistry/ Analytical Chemistry) for Chemical Sciences; Pursuing B.E./ B.Tech. in Electronics/ Mechanical Engineering/ Information Technology/ Computer Sciences for Engineering.
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Selection Process
- 1: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their educational qualifications and fulfillment of the prescribed eligibility criteria.
- 2: Only shortlisted candidates will be informed for interaction or issuance of the internship offer.
How to Apply
- Forward applications in prescribed format to the designated address by 25-01-2026.
- Include documents for age, qualifications, and experience (if any).
- Ensure the envelope is properly marked with the name of the post.
- Send applications to Director, DRDE, DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Jhansi Road, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, Pin Code-474002 or email to director.drde@gov.in and hrd.drde@gov.in.
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Important Dates
- Last date for receipt of application form: 25-01-2026
- Date of Start for Internship: 02-03-2026
