Dreaming of a career in defence technology? Our complete guide breaks down the DRDO VRDE Paid Internship 2025 for engineering students. All the details like eligibility, stipend, how to apply, and key dates are covered in this blog.
The Vehicle Research and Development Establishment (VRDE), a premier lab under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has announced its Paid Internship Scheme for 2025.
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Available Internship Disciplines & Stipend
VRDE is offering a total of 11 vacancies across three engineering streams. The monthly stipend is fixed for all positions.
| Branch | No. of Vacancies | Monthly Stipend | Internship Duration | Location |
| Electrical / Electrical & Power Engg. | 2 | 5,000 | 6 Months | VRDE, Ahmednagar (Now Ahilyanagar) |
| Mechanical / Armament / Production Engg. | 7 | 5,000 | 6 Months | VRDE, Ahmednagar (Now Ahilyanagar) |
| Automobile Engineering | 2 | 5,000 | 6 Months | VRDE, Ahmednagar (Now Ahilyanagar) |
| TOTAL | 11 |
Eligibility Criteria
- 7th or 8th semester of B.E./B.Tech OR 1st or 2nd M.Tech program.
- You must have a minimum CGPA of 7.0 (on a 10-point scale) consistently in all your previous semesters.
Age Limit:
You must be below 28 years of age at the time of application
How to Apply
1. Documents:
- A completed Application Form (use the format provided in the official notification). Below given you can simply download and print it and fill the form.
- A referral/request letter from your College Principal or Director on official letterhead. This is mandatory.
- Copies of your mark sheets (showing a CGPA ≥ 7.0).
- Aadhaar Card.
2. Resume: Keep your resume or bio-data concise, under 300-400 words, highlighting your academic achievements and relevant skills.
3. Mail
- Send the scanned copies of all documents via email to [email protected].
- Also, send the physical copies via Speed Post to:
The Director,
Vehicle Research & Development Establishment (VRDE),
Vahan Nagar, Ahmednagar (Ahilyanagar) – 414006,
Maharashtra.
(Kind Attn.: HRD & HC Division)
4. Mark the Envelope: Clearly write “Application for Paid Internship” and your “Branch Code No. (EE/ME/AU)” on the top of the envelope.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
| Last Date to Apply | 26th August 2025 |
| Info to Shortlisted Students | 28th August 2025 |
| Internship Start Date | 1st September 2025 |
Selection Process
Selection is merit-based. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email regarding the next steps, which include submitting undertaking forms and an indemnity bond signed by both the student and the head of their institution.
If You Get Selected
Once selected, you will need to arrange the following documents for joining
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your college in original.
- Police Verification Acknowledgement from your local police station.
- Undertakings to adhere to the Official Secrets Act, 1923, and MOD IT rules.
- Your original documents (Aadhaar, College ID, mark sheets) for verification.
- Bank account details for stipend processing.
- Three passport-sized photographs.
Useful Link
| DRDO Official Webiste | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
Join For More Updates
| 1. Official Telegram | Click Here |
| 2. CS/IT Job Alert | Click Here |
| 3. DRDO & ISRO Job Alert | Click Here |
| 4. Placement CS\IT | Click Here |
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