DRDO DMRL Paid Internship 2026 — 20 Vacancies for BE/BTech/ME/MTech/MSc
Organization: Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL), DRDO
Advertisement No.: DMRL/HRD/PIS/2026/01 dated 3rd July 2026
Total Vacancies: 20
Stipend: ₹5,000/month
Duration: 6 Months
Location: DMRL, Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad – 500058
Last Date to Apply: 15th July 2026
Apply Mode: Email only — hrd.dmrl@gov.in
Official PDF: Download Notification PDF
🚨 Last Date: 15th July 2026 — Apply Immediately!
DRDO’s premier materials research lab DMRL Hyderabad is offering a 6-month Paid Internship to final year UG and PG engineering/science students. This is a rare opportunity to work on cutting-edge defence materials research with a government stipend.
📋 Vacancy Details
| Branch Code | Discipline | Stipend | Duration | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | Metallurgical / Material Science Engineering | ₹5,000/month | 6 Months | DMRL, Hyderabad |
| ME | Mechanical Engineering | ₹5,000/month | 6 Months | DMRL, Hyderabad |
| PH | Physics | ₹5,000/month | 6 Months | DMRL, Hyderabad |
| CH | Chemistry | ₹5,000/month | 6 Months | DMRL, Hyderabad |
| CSE (DS) | Computer Science & Engineering (Data Science) | ₹5,000/month | 6 Months | DMRL, Hyderabad |
| CSE (AI&ML) | Computer Science & Engineering (AI & Machine Learning) | ₹5,000/month | 6 Months | DMRL, Hyderabad |
| Total Vacancies | 20 Posts | |||
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
For UG Students (BE/BTech)
- Final year student pursuing BE/BTech in any of the above disciplines
- Minimum CGPA 7.0 out of 10 in all previous semesters
- Full-time course from AICTE/UGC approved college/university
For PG Students (ME/MTech/MSc)
- Final year student pursuing ME/MTech/MSc in Engineering or Science
- Minimum 70% marks in 1st year exam
- Full-time course from AICTE/UGC approved college/university
Age Limit
- Below 28 years as on 31st July 2026
Nationality
- Indian nationals only
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 15th July 2026 |
| Intimation to Selected Students (by email) | 31st July 2026 onwards |
| Internship Commencement | 5th August 2026 onwards |
💰 Stipend & Payment Details
- Monthly Stipend: ₹5,000/- per month
- Payment Schedule: Two instalments — 1st after 3 months, 2nd after 6 months completion
- Payment Mode: Direct bank transfer to student’s account
- Note: Stipend only for first 6 months. Extended period (if any) without stipend
📄 How to Apply
- Download the application form from www.drdo.gov.in/drdo/careers
- Fill application form completely in all respects
- Obtain Reference/Request letter from your college Principal/HOD (as per notification format)
- Send scanned copy via email to: hrd.dmrl@gov.in
- Email subject format: “Application for paid internship 2026, DMRL Hyderabad (BRANCH CODE: ___ )”
- No hardcopy/postal application accepted
- No application fee
⚠️ Deadline: 15th July 2026 — Emails received after this date will NOT be considered
📎 Download Official Notification PDF — DRDO DMRL Internship 2026
📂 Documents Required
- ✅ Filled application form (as per notification format)
- ✅ Mark sheets of all previous semesters/year
- ✅ Copy of Aadhar card
- ✅ Reference/Request letter from Principal/HOD on college letterhead
- ✅ Brief bio-data (under 300 words) highlighting achievements
Documents Required at Time of Joining (if selected)
- Reference/Request letter from college (original)
- Bonafide Certificate from college (original)
- NOC from college authorities (original)
- Police verification certificate
- Undertaking for Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923
- Undertaking for IT Rules (Ministry of Defence)
- Bank details for stipend transfer
- Aadhar Card (original) + College ID card
- 3 passport-size colour photographs
- All previous semester mark sheets (originals for verification)
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on merit (CGPA/marks)
- Online or offline interview/interaction as required
- Selected candidates notified only via email
- No communication made to non-selected candidates
⚠️ Important Terms & Conditions
- No boarding, lodging, transport or medical expenses provided
- Internship may be terminated for indisciplinary activities
- Completion certificate issued only upon successful project submission & evaluation
- If internship left incomplete — no certificate & no stipend
- DMRL/DRDO has no obligation to offer employment after internship
- Working hours as per DMRL lab timings; only sick leave with prescription permitted
🏛️ About DMRL Hyderabad
Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL) is one of DRDO’s premier laboratories located at Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad. It specializes in cutting-edge research & development of advanced materials and technologies for defence applications including high-performance alloys, composites, armour materials and speciality steels used in Indian defence systems.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the last date to apply for DRDO DMRL Internship 2026?
A: 15th July 2026. Emails received after this date will not be considered.
Q2: Is there any application fee?
A: No. Zero application fee. Apply free via email.
Q3: Can 3rd year (pre-final year) students apply?
A: Only final year students pursuing BE/BTech or ME/MTech/MSc are eligible.
Q4: How will I know if I am selected?
A: Selected students will be informed via email by 31st July 2026. No communication is made to non-selected candidates.
Q5: Is accommodation provided at DMRL Hyderabad?
A: No. All boarding, lodging, transport, and medical expenses are the student’s own responsibility.
Q6: Can students from private/deemed universities apply?
A: Yes, provided the college/university is AICTE/UGC approved.
Q7: Can I apply for multiple disciplines?
A: The notification does not mention multiple applications. Apply only for your primary discipline with the correct branch code in email subject.
📢 Apply before 15th July 2026 — Don’t miss this DRDO internship opportunity!
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