DRDO Paid Internships 2025: Opportunity for UG & PG Students with Stipend up to ₹30,000

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is offering a unique opportunity for undergraduate and postgraduate students to gain hands-on research experience through its paid internships in 2025. The internships are being offered at two prominent laboratories: Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur (DLJ), and the Scientific Analysis Group (SAG).

Internship Details and Vacancies:

• Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur (DLJ): 20 positions
• Scientific Analysis Group (SAG): 24 positions

Eligibility Criteria:
Students pursuing full-time UG or PG programs—B.E./B.Tech (Engineering), M.E./M.Tech (Technology), or M.Sc. (Science)—from AICTE/UGC-approved institutions can apply. Final-year students with a strong academic record, typically 75% marks or 7.5 CGPA and above, are eligible. Some labs, such as SAG, may require higher scores (85%/8.5 CGPA). Applicants must have no active backlogs.

Application Deadlines:

• DLJ: 23 December 2025
• SAG: 19 December 2025

Benefits of the Internship:

• Gain practical exposure in research and technology development for six months.
• Stipend: DLJ interns will receive ₹5,000 per month, while SAG interns will receive a total of ₹30,000 for the six-month period, paid in two installments (₹15,000 after 3 months and ₹15,000 after 6 months).
• DRDO will provide a certificate upon successful completion, enhancing the student’s CV and future career prospects.

How to Apply:
Applications must be sent via speed post using the format provided in the official advertisement. The envelope should be clearly marked “Application for Paid Internship” along with the applicant’s branch code. Send applications to:

Director, Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur, Prof. D. S. Kothari Marg, Ratanda, Jodhpur – 342011, Rajasthan.

Selection Process:
Eligible students from recognized universities with excellent academic records will be considered. Selection will be based on CGPA, interviews, or relevant discussions, followed by document verification.

This internship is more than just a line on a resume—it is an opportunity to engage in advanced research projects critical to national security and cutting-edge technology.