The Research and Development Establishment (Engrs.), DRDO R&DE(E), has announced the Engineering Intern Recruitment 2026. There are 40 internship vacancies available for students currently pursuing engineering degrees.
Applications are open for candidates in their 7th or 8th semester of undergraduate engineering, or the 2nd year of postgraduate engineering, in specified disciplines. The deadline to submit the online application is 27-05-2026.
DRDO R&DE(E) Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Research and Development Establishment (Engrs.) (DRDO R&DE(E)) |
| Post Name | Engineering Intern |
| No of Posts | 40 |
| Advt No | RDE/HRD/PDINTERN/2026/01 |
| Stipend | Rs. 5000 Per Month |
| Qualification | Pursuing Under-Graduation in Engineering (7th/8th semester) or Pursuing Post-Graduation in Engineering (2nd year) from a recognized Indian University/Institute |
| Last Date | 27-05-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Contractual |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Application | 27-05-2026 |
| Information to Shortlisted Students (by email) | 15-06-2026 |
| Date of Start for Internship / Project work | 01-07-2026 |
Educational Qualification
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Pursuing Under-Graduation in Engineering Degree (7th/8th semester) or Pursuing Post-Graduation in Engineering Degree (2nd year) from a recognized Indian University/College/Institute |
DRDO R&DE(E) Vacancy 2026
| Discipline | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Mechanical / Civil | 10 |
| Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation | 15 |
| Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence | 15 |
| Total | 40 |
Stipend
- Rs. 5000 Per Month
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | Nil |
| SC/ST | Nil |
Selection Process
- Merit basis
- Shortlisting based on academic track record (≥75% marks or ≥7.5 CGPA)
- Document verification
How to Apply for DRDO R&DE(E) Engineering Intern Recruitment 2026
- Click the official apply link below to access the application form.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the last date to apply for the DRDO R&DE(E) internship?
Ans. The final date to submit your application for the engineering internship is 27-05-2026.
Q2. How many internship positions are available?
Ans. There are a total of 40 vacancies across different engineering disciplines for this internship cycle.
Q3. What stipend do engineering interns receive?
Ans. Selected engineering interns will be provided a monthly stipend of Rs. 5000.
Q4. Who is eligible to apply for this internship?
Ans. Students currently pursuing their undergraduate engineering degree (in their 7th or 8th semester) or their postgraduate engineering degree (in their 2nd year) from a recognized Indian university are eligible.
Q5. How are candidates selected for the internship?
Ans. The selection process is merit-based. Applicants will be shortlisted according to their academic track record (minimum 75% marks or 7.5 CGPA), followed by document verification.
Q6. Do I need to pay an application fee?
Ans. No, there is no application fee required for any category to apply for this intern position.
Q7. When does the internship program officially begin?
Ans. The internship or project work is scheduled to commence on 01-07-2026.
