If you’re an engineering student looking for a prestigious, hands-on opportunity in defence research, the DRDO PXE Paid Internship 2025 might be your gateway. Offered by the Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Chandipur, this six-month internship allows final-year B.Tech. students to engage in real-time testing and evaluation of armament systems under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India.
Below is a complete and well-structured guide with all essential details to help you apply successfully.
| Branch Code | Discipline | Vacancies | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 02 | PXE, Chandipur |
| 02 | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 03 | PXE, Chandipur |
| 03 | Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering | 01 | PXE, Chandipur |
| 04 | Mechanical Engineering | 01 | PXE, Chandipur |
Ensure your application includes the following documents:
"Application for Paid Internship""Branch Code No……….."The Director,
Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE),
Defence R&D Organisation,
PO-Chandipur, Dist-Balasore, Odisha - 756025
(Kind Attn: OIC, HRDC)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to receive application | 18th July 2025 |
| Notification to shortlisted candidates | 25th July 2025 |
| Internship training begins | 1st August 2025 |
Upon successful completion of the following, candidates will be awarded a Certificate of Completion:
If a candidate leaves mid-way or doesn’t meet attendance requirements, no certificate or stipend will be awarded.
DRDO reserves the right to modify selection criteria or vacancy count at any stage.
Selected students must carry the original documents for verification and submit the following:
This internship does not guarantee any future employment with DRDO/PXE. It is purely for educational and training purposes.
For any queries:
Q1. Can I apply if my CGPA is below 8.5?
No, the minimum required CGPA is 8.5 on a 10-point scale.
Q2. Is this internship open to diploma or postgraduate students?
No, only final-year undergraduate B.Tech students are eligible.
Q3. Is this internship remote or physical?
It is strictly on-site. Interns must be physically present at PXE, Chandipur.
Q4. Can I send the application by email?
No, applications must be submitted only via Speed/Registered Post.
Q5. Will I get accommodation or food during the internship?
No, all such arrangements must be made by the intern.
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