DMSRDE DRDO Paid Internship 2026 notification has been officially released by Defence Materials and Stores Research and Development Establishment, Kanpur for 20 seats across Engineering and Science UG and PG disciplines. Eligible final year students can apply by submitting their application via email and speed post on or before 15 June 2026 at director.dmsrde@gov.in.

Latest Update: The DMSRDE DRDO Paid Internship 2026 application process is currently active. This is a rare opportunity for engineering and science students to work at a premier DRDO laboratory in Kanpur. Applications must reach DMSRDE before 15 June 2026 up to 3:00 PM. Selected students will be intimated by 30 June 2026 and internship will begin from 13 July 2026.

DMSRDE DRDO Paid Internship 2026 Overview – Engineering and Science Students Apply Now

Particular	Details
Organization	Defence Materials and Stores R&D Establishment (DMSRDE), DRDO
Advertisement No.	DMSRDE(HRD)/Paid Internship/2026/01
Internship Type	Paid Internship
Total Seats	Up to 20 (Indicative)
Eligible Students	Final Year B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc. (Engineering & Science)
Monthly Stipend	₹5,000/- per month
Duration	6 Months
Location	DMSRDE, GT Road, Kanpur – 208013
Application Mode	Email + Speed Post / By Hand
Last Date to Apply	15 June 2026 (3:00 PM)
Ministry	Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Official Email	director.dmsrde@gov.in

DMSRDE is one of India’s premier DRDO laboratories working under the Ministry of Defence. Getting an internship here gives engineering and science students direct exposure to defence-grade research, materials science, textile technology, and advanced computing fields. This is not just an internship — it is a professionally recognized experience from a government defence research lab that can significantly strengthen any student’s career profile.

DMSRDE Paid Internship 2026 – Vacancy Details Branch Wise

Category (a): UG Internship – Final Year B.Tech / M.Tech (Engineering)

Branch Code	Branch / Discipline	Vacancies	Monthly Stipend	Duration	Location
01	Computer Science Engineering / Information Technology / Artificial Intelligence / Computer Engineering	04	₹5,000/-	06 Months	DMSRDE, GT Road, Kanpur
02	Chemical Engineering / Polymer Science & Technology / Materials Science Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Textile Engineering	12

Category (b): PG Internship – M.Sc. Second Year (Science)

Branch Code	Branch / Discipline	Vacancies	Monthly Stipend	Duration	Location
PG 01	Chemistry / Material Science / Textile	04	₹5,000/-	06 Months	DMSRDE, GT Road, Kanpur

Note: The total number of vacancies mentioned above is indicative only. The actual number may increase or decrease at the sole discretion of DMSRDE, but the total seats will be capped at 20. Students should apply as per their respective branch code only.

Eligibility Criteria – DMSRDE DRDO Internship 2026

Nationality: Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply for this DRDO paid internship.

Educational Qualification:

• Candidates must be currently pursuing full-time Under-Graduate (B.Tech – 7th or 8th Semester / Final Year) or Post-Graduate (M.Tech Final Year or M.Sc. 2nd Year) from a recognized Indian University or AICTE/UGC approved institution.
• Only final year students are eligible. Students from earlier semesters will not be considered.
• The qualifying discipline must match the branch code against which the candidate is applying.

Academic Performance: Candidates must have a minimum of 65% marks or 6.5 CGPA (on a scale of 10) in their ongoing course to be eligible for the DMSRDE internship 2026.

Age Limit: Candidates must be below 28 years of age as on 15 June 2026.

Stipend and Payment Details – DMSRDE DRDO Paid Internship

• Monthly stipend: ₹5,000 per month for all selected interns across both UG and PG categories.
• Stipend is payable only when the student is physically present at the DMSRDE lab for a minimum of 15 working days in a month.
• Payment will be made in two installments — the first installment after 3 months of internship, and the second installment after successful completion of all 6 months.
• Stipend will be transferred directly to the student’s bank account. Bank details must be submitted at the time of joining.
• No boarding or lodging expenses are admissible. Candidates must arrange their own accommodation in Kanpur.

Selection Process – DMSRDE Internship 2026

• Applications are accepted only through recommendations from the Dean / HOD / Director / Principal of the institution for their most meritorious students.
• Eligible students will be shortlisted based on their CGPA / academic performance.
• Shortlisted candidates may be called for an online interview or interaction round as required by DMSRDE.
• Final selection will be done strictly on merit. No communication will be entertained for non-selected candidates.
• Selected students will be notified via email on the email ID mentioned in their application form.
• Incomplete or erroneous applications or those received after the due date will be outrightly rejected.

Documents Required with Application – DMSRDE Paid Internship 2026

• Filled application form as per the prescribed format
• Request letter from the Institute / University (from Principal or Director on college letterhead)
• Undertaking for Indian Official Secret Act and IT Rules and Regulations
• High School (10th) Mark Sheet
• All previous semester mark sheets of the ongoing UG/PG course
• Copy of Photo Identity Card issued by the Institute or University
• Student Bio-data
• Copy of Aadhaar Card

Certificate and Completion – What Students Will Receive

After successfully completing the 6-month paid internship, DMSRDE will issue an official Certificate of Completion to the intern. This certificate is issued only after the student completes the full internship duration, submits the project report, clears the project evaluation, and completes all other joining formalities.

Important: If a student leaves the internship in between without completing the full tenure, no certificate will be issued and no pending stipend will be paid. Students must ensure they are available for the complete 6-month duration before applying.

Important Terms and Conditions – DMSRDE DRDO Internship

• No mobile phones, pen drives, portable hard disks, or laptops are allowed inside the DMSRDE campus.
• Interns must strictly follow the security, administrative, and IT rules of DMSRDE during the entire internship.
• Completing this internship does not guarantee or create any right to employment at DRDO or DMSRDE.
• No leave other than sick leave (with valid prescription) will be granted during the internship.
• Students must not disclose, publish, or share any DRDO-related confidential or restricted information on any platform — including social media, newspapers, etc. Violation may lead to action under the Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923.
• The student must not be enrolled in any other paid internship during this period.
• DMSRDE is not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage that may occur to a student during the internship.
• Students are responsible for arranging their own accommodation in Kanpur. DMSRDE provides no hostel or lodging facility.

Documents Required at Time of Joining – DMSRDE Internship 2026

• Reference and request letter from college / institution
• Bonafide Certificate from college
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from college on letterhead, confirming student will be relieved for internship
• Police verification certificate from hometown or place of residence
• Undertaking for Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923
• Undertaking to follow IT Rules applicable to Ministry of Defence
• Bank account details for stipend transfer
• Original Aadhaar Card along with college ID card
• 3 passport size photographs
• All previous semester mark sheets in original

Important Dates – DMSRDE Paid Internship 2026 Schedule

Event	Date
Last Date to Submit Application	15 June 2026 (3:00 PM)
Intimation to Selected Students	30 June 2026
Internship Start Date	13 July 2026
Internship End Date (Tentative)	January 2027

How to Apply for DMSRDE DRDO Paid Internship 2026

1. Download the prescribed application form from the official DMSRDE notification.
2. Fill the form carefully with correct personal, academic, and contact details.
3. Collect the Request Letter from your college Principal / Director / HOD on official college letterhead (format is provided in the notification).
4. Sign both Undertaking forms — one for Indian Official Secrets Act and one for IT Rules of Ministry of Defence.
5. Attach all required documents: marksheets, Aadhaar copy, college ID, and bio-data.
6. Send an advance copy of the complete application set via email to director.dmsrde@gov.in before 15 June 2026.
7. Also send the Hard Copy of the complete application by Speed Post or deliver it personally at DMSRDE Main Gate, GT Road, Kanpur – 208013.
8. Write “Application for Paid Internship” and the Branch Code clearly on the top of the envelope for easy sorting.
9. No application will be accepted after 15 June 2026 at 3:00 PM. Plan your submission in advance.

Mailing Address:
The Director,
Defence Materials and Stores R&D Establishment (DMSRDE),
Defence R&D Organization (DRDO), GT Road, Kanpur – 208013

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Important Links – DMSRDE DRDO Internship 2026 Notification

Action	Link
Official Notification / Application Form PDF	Download Here
Official DRDO Website	www.drdo.gov.in
Apply Via Email	director.dmsrde@gov.in

FAQs – DMSRDE DRDO Paid Internship 2026

Q1. What is the last date to apply for DMSRDE DRDO Paid Internship 2026?
The last date to apply is 15 June 2026 up to 3:00 PM. Both the advance email copy and the physical hard copy must reach DMSRDE before this deadline. Applications submitted after the cut-off date will be outrightly rejected and no further communication will be entertained for those candidates. So it is strongly advised to apply at least a week before the last date to avoid any delay in postal delivery.

Q2. How many seats are available in DMSRDE Internship 2026?
A total of up to 20 seats are available across three disciplines — 4 seats for Computer Science / IT / AI engineering students, 12 seats for Chemical / Polymer / Materials / Mechanical / Textile Engineering students, and 4 seats for M.Sc. students in Chemistry / Material Science / Textile. These numbers are indicative and can change at DMSRDE’s discretion, but the overall cap remains at 20.

Q3. Who is eligible for DMSRDE DRDO Paid Internship 2026?
Only final year students of B.Tech, M.Tech, or M.Sc. (2nd Year) from AICTE/UGC approved colleges are eligible. The student must have at least 65% marks or 6.5 CGPA in their ongoing course and must be below 28 years of age as on 15 June 2026. The internship is open only to Indian citizens and the application must be sent with a recommendation letter from the college’s Principal or Director.

Q4. What is the monthly stipend for DMSRDE internship students?
All selected interns — whether UG (B.Tech / M.Tech) or PG (M.Sc.) — will receive a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 per month. However, this stipend is only paid if the intern is physically present at the DMSRDE lab for at least 15 working days in that month. Stipend is paid in two installments: after 3 months and after completion of all 6 months. No boarding, lodging, or travel allowance is provided separately.

Q5. Is accommodation provided by DMSRDE during the internship?
No, DMSRDE does not provide any accommodation or lodging facility to interns. It is entirely the student’s own responsibility to arrange accommodation in Kanpur for the 6-month internship period. Students should factor in housing and living costs before applying, as the monthly stipend of ₹5,000 will be the only financial support provided by DMSRDE.

Q6. Will a certificate be given after completing DMSRDE internship?
Yes, DMSRDE will issue an official Certificate of Completion to students who successfully finish the full 6-month internship. To receive the certificate, the student must complete the entire tenure, submit a project report, pass the project evaluation, and complete all administrative formalities. If a student leaves the internship midway for any reason, they will not receive a certificate and any unpaid stipend will also be forfeited.

Q7. What is the selection process for DMSRDE Paid Internship 2026?
Selection is done on a merit basis. The institute’s Dean, HOD, Principal, or Director must first send a recommendation letter for their meritorious students. After receiving applications, DMSRDE shortlists candidates based on CGPA and academic record. Shortlisted students may be called for an online interview or interaction round. Final selected candidates are notified via email only. No response is provided for non-selected candidates.

Q8. Can I use my mobile phone or laptop inside DMSRDE campus?
No. Carrying mobile phones, pen drives, portable hard disks, or laptops inside the DMSRDE Kanpur campus is strictly prohibited for all interns. Since DMSRDE is a defence research laboratory operating under DRDO and the Ministry of Defence, strict security protocols are followed. Any violation of these rules can lead to immediate termination of internship and action under relevant official acts.

Q9. Does this DRDO internship guarantee a job at DMSRDE or DRDO?
No. Completing the paid internship at DMSRDE does not guarantee or create any right to employment at DMSRDE or DRDO. The internship is purely for academic and skill development purposes. DMSRDE has no obligation to offer a job to any intern upon completion. Candidates should treat this as a valuable learning and exposure opportunity from a renowned defence R&D laboratory rather than a pathway to direct employment.

Q10. How should I send the application for DMSRDE Internship 2026?
You need to send the application in two ways simultaneously. First, send an advance email copy of the complete application with all documents to director.dmsrde@gov.in before 15 June 2026. Second, also send the hard copy by Speed Post or deliver it personally at DMSRDE Main Gate, GT Road, Kanpur – 208013. On the envelope, clearly write “Application for Paid Internship” along with your Branch Code so that it gets sorted correctly. Both the email and physical copy are mandatory.

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