DRDO HEMRL Paid Internship Scheme 2026 for Engineering & Science Students
High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL), Pune under DRDO has invited applications for Paid Internship Scheme 2026 from final year Engineering and Science students. The internship will be conducted for six months at HEMRL Pune and selected candidates will receive a stipend of Rs. 5,000 per month. Eligible students with excellent academic records can apply through the prescribed application format.
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Main Information Eligibility Vacancy Details Selection Procedure Salary Structure Important Links Important Instructions Required Documents FAQs| Organisation | DRDO - High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL) |
| Program Name | Paid Internship Scheme 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 40 |
| Internship Duration | 06 Months |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹5,000 |
| Starting Date of Application | 19 June 2026 |
| Last Date of Application | 3 July 2026 |
| Location | HEMRL, Sutarwadi, Pune |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Application Submission | Speed Post |
| Age Limit | Below 28 Years |
| Official Website | www.drdo.gov.in |
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Education | Final Year UG Engineering Students |
| Education | Final Year PG Engineering Students |
| Education | Final Year PG Science Students (Physics/Chemistry) |
| University | Recognized Indian University/Institute |
| Minimum Marks | 70% Marks |
| Minimum CGPA | 7.5 CGPA on Scale of 10 |
| Age Limit | Below 28 Years |
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
Final year UG Engineering students (7th/8th Semester), Final Year PG Engineering students and Final Year PG Science students (Physics/Chemistry) from recognized Indian Universities/Institutes are eligible. Candidates must have at least 70% marks or 7.5 CGPA and age below 28 years.
| Discipline | Vacancies |
| Aerospace Engineering | 02 |
| Chemical Engineering | 10 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 10 |
| Chemistry | 10 |
| Physics | 02 |
| Electrical Engineering | 02 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 02 |
| Computer Engineering | 02 |
A total of 40 paid internship positions are available across Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering and Computer Engineering disciplines.
| Stage | Process |
| Stage 1 | Application Screening |
| Stage 2 | Academic Merit Evaluation |
| Stage 3 | Verification of CGPA/Marks |
| Stage 4 | Institution Recommendation Review |
| Stage 5 | Shortlisting |
| Stage 6 | Document Verification |
| Stage 7 | Joining at HEMRL |
Selection will be based on academic performance, merit, CGPA, recommendation letter from Principal/Director and fulfillment of all eligibility conditions. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed.
| Particular | Details |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹5,000 |
| Duration | 06 Months |
| Payment Mode | Bank Transfer |
| Payment Frequency | Two Installments |
| First Installment | After 03 Months |
| Attendance Requirement | Minimum 15 Working Days per Month |
| Performance Requirement | Satisfactory Academic Performance |
Selected interns will receive a stipend of Rs. 5,000 per month for a period of six months subject to satisfactory performance and minimum attendance requirements.
| Application Mode | Speed Post Only |
| Internship Duration | 06 Months |
| Attendance Requirement | Minimum 15 Working Days per Month |
| Age Limit | Below 28 Years |
| Academic Requirement | 70% Marks or 7.5 CGPA |
| DRDO Internship Restriction | Previous DRDO Paid Interns Not Eligible |
| Boarding/Lodging | Not Provided |
| Canteen Facility | Available at Subsidized Rates |
| Certificate | Issued After Successful Completion |
| Early Exit | No Certificate and No Payment if Less Than 3 Months |
| Employment Guarantee | No Employment Obligation by DRDO/HEMRL |
| Merit Basis | Selection Based Entirely on Merit |
Candidates must submit applications through Speed Post. Students who have already completed paid internships in any DRDO laboratory are not eligible. Minimum attendance of 15 working days per month is mandatory.
| Document | Purpose |
| Referral Letter from Principal/Director | Mandatory Application Document |
| UG/PG Marksheet Showing CGPA | Academic Verification |
| Aadhaar Card Copy | Identity Verification |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | Joining Requirement |
| Police Verification Acknowledgement | Security Requirement |
| Medical Fitness Certificate | Medical Verification |
| Bank Account Details | Stipend Transfer |
| Passport Size Photographs | Joining Formalities |
| College ID Card | Identity Verification |
| Original Mark Sheets | Verification |
Applicants must submit referral letter, CGPA marksheets, Aadhaar card copy and other supporting documents. Selected candidates must submit NOC, police verification, medical fitness certificate and bank account details.
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official DRDO Website | Click Here |
| What is the stipend under DRDO HEMRL Internship 2026? | Selected interns will receive Rs. 5,000 per month. |
| How many vacancies are available? | A total of 40 internship positions are available. |
| What is the duration of internship? | The internship duration is six months. |
| What is the age limit? | Applicants must be below 28 years of age. |
| Can students who completed DRDO internship earlier apply? | No, candidates who have already completed paid internship in any DRDO laboratory are not eligible. |
| Is accommodation provided? | No boarding or lodging facility is provided. |
