Defence Electronics Research Laboratory (DLRL), a premier research laboratory under Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. DLRL/HRD/PINT/2026/01 inviting applications for paid internship positions.
The internship is offered to final-year B.E/B.Tech students in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering disciplines. The duration of the internship is six months starting tentatively from 1 July 2026. Interested candidates must submit their applications in the prescribed format before the last date 15 May 2026.
Overview of DRDO DLRL Internship 2026
| Organization Name | Defence Electronics Research Laboratory (DLRL) |
| Parent Organization | Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Advertisement Number | DLRL/HRD/PINT/2026/01 |
| Internship Type | Paid Internship |
| Course Eligible | Final Year B.E/B.Tech |
| Total Vacancies | 75 |
| Internship Duration | 6 Months |
| Internship Start Date | 01 July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 May 2026 |
| Internship Location | Hyderabad |
| Official Website | https://drdo.gov.in |
Candidates must ensure submission of applications before the deadline.
Important Dates
| Notification Released | 16 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 15 May 2026 |
| Internship Start Date | 01 July 2026 (Tentative) |
Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
DLRL Internship Vacancy Details 2026
| S.No | Discipline | Number of Vacancies |
| 01 | Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) | 40 |
| 02 | Computer Science Engineering (CSE) | 25 |
| 03 | Mechanical Engineering | 10 |
| Total | 75 |
The number of vacancies is tentative and may change based on availability of suitable candidates.
Internship Duration
The internship will be conducted for:
- Total Duration: 6 Months
- Tentative Start Date: 01 July 2026
- Minimum Attendance Requirement: 15 days per month
Students who do not complete the full internship duration will not receive the internship certificate.
Stipend Details
Selected candidates will receive a stipend as follows:
| Total Stipend | Rs. 30,000 |
| 1st Installment | Rs. 15,000 after 3 months |
| 2nd Installment | Rs. 15,000 after 6 months |
Stipend payment is subject to minimum attendance requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Must be in final year B.E/B.Tech during academic year 2026–2027
- Must belong to ECE, CSE, or Mechanical Engineering disciplines
- Students with backlogs are not eligible
- Must have good academic performance
Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying.
Selection Process
The selection process will be based on:
- Merit based on cumulative marks or CGPA obtained up to 3rd year 1st semester
- Interview or interaction (if required)
- Date of Birth preference in case of tie (elder candidate preferred)
Only selected candidates will receive communication via email.
Required Documents
Candidates must submit the following documents along with application:
- Aadhaar Card
- College ID Card
- Bonafide Certificate
- Marks Sheets (up to 3rd Year 1st Semester)
- Referral or Sponsorship Letter from College
- Passport Size Photograph
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Principal (after selection)
- Police Verification Certificate (after selection)
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
How to Apply for DRDO DLRL Internship 2026
Candidates must follow these steps:
- Download the prescribed application form from official DRDO website
- Fill the application form in capital letters
- Attach all required documents
- Obtain referral or sponsorship letter from college
- Submit the completed application by post
- Clearly mention on envelope:
“Application for Paid Internship with Discipline”
Postal Address for Application Submission
The Director
Defence Electronics Research Laboratory (DLRL)
Government of India, Ministry of Defence
Defence Research & Development Organisation
Chandrayangutta Lines
Hyderabad – 500005
Applications must reach the office on or before 15 May 2026.
Important Instructions
Candidates should follow these instructions carefully:
- Applications must be submitted only in prescribed format.
- Incomplete or illegible applications will be rejected.
- Applications received after the last date will not be accepted.
- No communication will be made with unselected candidates.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- Selected candidates will be informed via email only.
Official Notification
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