Are you an engineering or science student seeking hands-on experience in cutting-edge defence technologies?
The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) invites applications for its prestigious 6-month paid internship at the Instruments Research & Development Establishment (IRDE), Dehradun. Below are all the details given about Unlock Your Future with DRDO IRDE Paid Internship 2025.
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Overview of DRDO IRDE Paid Internship 2025
| Organization | DRDO – Instruments R&D Establishment (IRDE), Dehradun |
| Internship Type | Paid (6 months) |
| Duration | 01 Aug 2025 – 31 Jan 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 30 June 2025 (via Speed Post) |
| Selection Notification | 25 July 2025 |
| Eligibility | Final-year UG/PG Engineering/Science students, 75% or 7.5+ CGPA |
| Location | IRDE Campus, Dehradun |
| Key Benefits | Hands-on R&D in defence tech, DRDO certificate |
Education & Vacancy Details
Discipline-wise Opportunities
| EE | Electronics/ECE/Electrical/Instrumentation Engg | 15 | Pursuing UG/PG in the relevant field with 75% or 7.5+ CGPA |
| ME | Mechanical Engineering | 10 | Pursuing UG/PG in Mechanical Engg with 75% or 7.5+ CGPA |
| PH | Physics/Applied Optics/Opto-Electronics | 10 | Pursuing UG/PG in Physics/Optics with 75% or 7.5+ CGPA |
| CS | Computer Science & Engineering | 10 | Pursuing UG/PG in CSE/IT with 75% or 7.5+ CGPA |
| TOTAL | 45 |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on academic merit and CGPA.
- Interaction/Interview for final selection.
- Documents Required:
- College referral letter, marksheets, Aadhar card.
- Police verification, medical fitness certificate, and indemnity bond.
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | June 30, 2025 |
| Internship Starts | August 1, 2025 |
Stipend
- ₹5,000/month
How to Apply
- Download the application format from the official notification PDF (DRDO/IRDE) given below. Simply print it out and send it via Speed Post from your nearest post office.
- Fill the application (Page 4 of the PDF) and attach:
- Referral letter from Principal/Director (Page 5–6 format).
- Marksheets (proving CGPA ≥7.5).
- Aadhar card copy.
- Mail via Speed Post to:
Director, IRDE,
Defence R&D Organisation, Raipur Road,
Dehradun-248008.
- Mark Envelope: “Application for Paid Internship – Branch Code: [EE/ME/PH/CS]”.
Why Apply?
- Work on advanced projects in optics, photonics, and defence tech.
- Gain exposure in a national security R&D ecosystem.
- Boost your resume with a DRDO certification.
Useful Link
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