DRDO CFEES Paid Summer Internship 2025: Full Details, Eligibility, How to Apply, Last Date, and More

The Centre for Fire Explosive and Environment Safety (CFEES) under the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, invites applications for its 6-month paid internship programme for eligible engineering and science UG/PG students. Located in Timarpur, Delhi, this internship provides a hands-on opportunity to work on cutting-edge defence technologies for the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

Internship Overview

• Organization: Centre for Fire Explosive & Environment Safety (CFEES), DRDO
• Location: Brig. S.K. Mazumdar Marg, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054
• Duration: 6 months (August 1, 2025 – January 31, 2026)
• Stipend: ₹5,000 per month (paid in two instalments)
• Mode: Offline/On-site Internship

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this internship:

• Candidates must be in the final year of undergraduate or postgraduate studies in engineering or science disciplines.
• Students must be enrolled in a full-time course at an AICTE/UGC-approved Indian university/institute.
• A minimum CGPA of 8.5 (on a 10-point scale) or 85% and above is required in all semesters.
• The age limit is below 28 years.
• A brief bio-data (under 300 words) highlighting achievements must be included.
• The application should be backed by a referral/request letter from the Principal or Director of the institution, recommending only meritorious students.

Branch-wise Internship Codes & Vacancies

Note: Vacancies are subject to change at the discretion of CFEES.

Documents Required at the Time of Joining

Selected candidates will need to submit:

• Original No Objection Certificate (NOC) from college
• Police Verification Acknowledgement
• Undertaking for Indian Official Secrets Act compliance
• IT policy compliance undertaking
• Medical fitness certificate (by an MBBS doctor)
• Original Aadhar card and college ID
• Three passport-size photos
• Mark sheets of all semesters (original for verification)
• Bank details for stipend transfer
• Indemnity form from college (if requested)

How to Apply

Application Submission Process

1. Download and Fill out the application (Page 4,5,6,7).
   • https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/sites/default/files/career-vacancy-documents/advtCFEES02072025Latest.pdf
2. Enclose the following:
   • Referral/request letter from Principal/Director (on college letterhead)
   • Latest UG/PG mark sheets showing CGPA
   • Copy of Aadhar card
   • Bio-data (within 300 words)
3. Send the application via Speed Post to: Director, Centre for Fire Explosive & Environment Safety (CFEES), Defence R&D Organisation, Brig. S.K. Mazumdar Marg, Timarpur, Delhi - 110054 (Kind Attn: TCP & HR Division)
4. Clearly mention on the envelope: “Application for Paid Internship” and Branch Code No. _______

Format for Application (Basic Details Required)

• Name, DOB, Aadhar No.
• College name, address, contact details
• Degree and branch (with code)
• CGPA (with proof)
• Language proficiency
• Referral letter from institution head
• Permanent and local address
• Email and phone numbers
• Checklist of documents enclosed

Stipend & Attendance Conditions

• Interns will receive ₹5,000/month, disbursed in two instalments.
• The first instalment is released after 3 months, provided:
  • The intern completes at least 15 working days per month at CFEES.
  • Academic and attendance performance meets expectations.
• No payment is made if:
  • The student discontinues before completing 3 months.
  • Attendance is inadequate.

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Based strictly on merit (no interviews).
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• No communication for rejected applications.
• Final selection remains at CFEES’s discretion.

Other Key Points

• Completion certificate will be awarded after successful evaluation and report submission.
• CFEES/DRDO does not guarantee any employment post internship.
• No boarding/lodging facilities will be provided, though subsidised meals are available at the CFEES canteen.