Rs 5,000 per month paid in two installments during the 6‑month internship
6 months
Final year B.Tech, M.Tech or M.Sc students with minimum 65% marks or 6.5 CGPA from a recognized university. Age must be below 28 years.
Application form, institute request letter signed by Principal/Director, mark sheets, institute ID, Aadhaar copy, bio‑data, and undertakings for Official Secrets Act and IT rules.
Looking for a government research internship with real lab exposure? The DRDO DMSRDE Internship might be worth a close look. Defence Materials and Stores Research & Development Establishment (DMSRDE), Kanpur, offered its six‑month paid internship program for engineering and science students for the 2026 cycle. Applications for that cycle closed on 15 June 2026. The next cycle is expected around the same time next year.
If you plan to apply for a future cycle, review the eligibility criteria and required documents now. Preparing these in advance will help you submit a strong application when the next cycle opens.
The stipend is modest, Rs 5,000 per month. But the real draw is the chance to work inside a DRDO laboratory on defence materials research. If you're aiming for research careers, higher studies, or future DRDO opportunities, this kind of exposure matters more than the stipend.
Internship Name DRDO DMSRDE Paid Internship
| Organization | Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
| Lab | DMSRDE, Kanpur
| Stipend | Rs 5,000 per month
| Total Seats | Up to 20 (indicative)
| Duration | 6 months
| Eligible Students | Final year UG or PG Engineering/Science students
| Minimum Marks | 65% or 6.5 CGPA
| Age Limit | Below 28 years
| Location | DMSRDE Lab, GT Road, Kanpur
| Application Deadline | 15 June (for 2026 cycle)
| Internship Start Date | 13 July (tentative for 2026 cycle)
If you are exploring defence research internships, you might also want to check our detailed complete guide to DRDO Internships. Several DRDO labs release separate internship calls every year.
The internship is open for a limited number of seats across engineering and science disciplines. The total intake is capped at 20 interns, although the exact distribution may change depending on applications.
The numbers above are indicative. DMSRDE clearly mentions that the seat count can increase or decrease depending on internal requirements.
The internship runs for six months. Interns receive a stipend of Rs 5,000 per month, provided they attend the lab for at least 15 working days each month.
Payment isn't made monthly. Instead, the stipend is released in two installments:
The amount is transferred directly to the intern's bank account.
DRDO does not provide accommodation or hostel facilities. Students must arrange their own stay in Kanpur.
Not everyone can apply. The lab has listed specific eligibility conditions for applicants.
Your college must officially recommend you. The application includes a request letter signed by the Principal or Director.
Try getting that letter early for future applications.
The internship requires several documents along with the application form. Missing even one can lead to rejection.
You can download the official document containing the application form and undertakings here:
Download DRDO DMSRDE Internship Advertisement & Application Form
This PDF contains multiple pages including:
The application form asks for details like CGPA, branch code, college information, languages known, achievements, Aadhaar number, and contact details. A passport‑size photograph must also be attached.
The application process involves both email submission and sending physical documents.
Applications for the 2026 cycle were due by 15 June 2026 (3:00 PM). The next cycle is expected around the same time next year.
The selection process is fairly straightforward.
Selected candidates receive joining instructions by email.
For the 2026 cycle, the tentative timeline looked like this:
Working inside a defence research lab comes with strict guidelines.
Completing the full six months is mandatory to receive the certificate and stipend.
If you are applying to DRDO, don't rely on just one lab. Multiple DRDO centers release internships throughout the year.
Some recent opportunities included:
You can also browse all opportunities on Talentd to find internships, hackathons, and research programs.
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