Campus Times | Lucknow 

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has invited applications for its 2026 paid internship programme at the Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences (DIPAS), along with its research cell DIBER, Haldwani. This initiative is aimed at final-year undergraduate and postgraduate engineering students seeking practical exposure in defence research.

The internship will span six months and is designed to provide students with real-world research experience in a professional laboratory environment. Interested candidates can visit the official website: https://drdo.gov.in

Who Can Apply?

Students must meet specific academic and eligibility criteria to be considered:

Must be in the final year during the 2026–27 academic session

Pursuing full-time B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech from a UGC/AICTE-recognized institution

Belong to relevant engineering streams such as Electronics, Electrical, Biotechnology, Computer Science, and related fields

Must not have any active backlogs at the time of application

Stipend and Attendance Requirements

Unlike many research internships, DRDO offers financial support to selected candidates:

Total Stipend: ₹30,000 for six months

Payment Structure: Two instalments of ₹15,000 each (after 3 months and upon completion)

Attendance Rule: Minimum 15 days per month is mandatory to qualify for the stipend

Application Process: Offline Only

Interested candidates must follow a strict offline application process:

Download the official application form from the DRDO website (https://drdo.gov.in)

Attach a sponsorship or referral letter from the college Principal or Head of Department

Clearly label the envelope: “Application for Paid Internship with Discipline: [Your Branch Name]”

Send the completed application via Speed Post or Registered Post to:

The Director

Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences (DIPAS)

Lucknow Road, Timarpur

Delhi – 110054

Last Date to Apply: May 15, 2026

Selection Process

Selection will be based on academic merit and may include a physical or online interaction. In case of a tie in marks, the candidate’s date of birth will be used as the deciding factor.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified through their registered email IDs.

Why This Internship Matters

For students aiming to build a career in research or defence technology, this internship offers a valuable opportunity to work with one of India’s premier research organizations. Along with hands-on experience, the structured stipend and exposure to real-world projects make it a highly competitive and rewarding programme.