DRDO Paid Internship 2025: SAG & DLJ Announce 44 Internship Opportunities

Published: Friday, December 12, 2025, 9:25 [IST]

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has launched its Paid Internship Programme 2025, opening 44 internship positions across two premier laboratories-Scientific Analysis Group (SAG) and Defence Laboratory Jodhpur (DLJ).

DRDO Paid Internship 2025

These internships are aimed at offering high-potential engineering and science students hands-on exposure to defence R&D, innovation, cybersecurity, AI-based systems, signal processing, advanced materials, and electronic warfare technologies.

About the Internship Programme

DRDO's internship initiative is designed to provide students with real-world research experience inside India's leading defence labs. The program includes:

Project-based learning
Mentorship by DRDO scientists
Exposure to high-end defence systems
Work on national-level research assignments
A paid stipend (as per DRDO rules)
Internship completion certificate

This makes DRDO internships one of the most sought-after opportunities for engineering and science graduates aiming to build careers in R&D, defence technology and applied scientific research.

DRDO Paid Internship 2025 - Important Dates:

Last Date for SAG Internship: 19 December 2025
Last Date for DLJ Internship: 23 December 2025

Students are advised to apply before the deadline because applications will not be accepted once the portal closes.

DLJ Internship Notice

SAG Internship Notice

Stipend Structure

The internship is paid, and the stipend varies as per the laboratory:

1. DLJ Internship Stipend

₹5,000 per month
Fixed monthly stipend for the entire internship duration.

2. SAG Internship Stipend

Total stipend ₹30,000, credited in two equal installments:
₹15,000 after the successful completion of the third month
₹15,000 after the completion of the sixth month

This system ensures performance consistency and encourages students to complete the full tenure.

Vacancy Distribution

DLJ: 20 internship vacancies
SAG: 24 internship vacancies

The internship seats are limited, and selection is merit-based, considering academic performance and project relevance.

Eligibility Criteria

Students pursuing B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, B.Sc, M.Sc, or equivalent courses in relevant disciplines.
Candidates must be enrolled in a recognised Indian university or institute.
Students must fulfil the project-specific academic requirements listed in the official DRDO notification.

Internship Duration

Internship duration ranges from 3 months to 6 months, depending on the lab's project requirements and student performance.
Full-time commitment is mandatory.

Internship Domains

The internships cover a variety of technical domains, including:

Cybersecurity & Cryptology
Computational Mathematics
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
High-performance Computing
Electronics & Communication
Signal Processing
Material Science & Nanotechnology
Applied Physics
Mechanical & Thermal Engineering
Software Development & Data Analytics

These areas allow students to work on real-time defence research problems.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official DRDO Internship Portal.

2. Select the SAG or DLJ internship option.

3. Fill the online form with academic details, project interests, and required documents.

4. Upload the necessary certificates and ID proof.

5. Submit the application and download the acknowledgment.

Selection Process

Shortlisting based on academic performance, technical skills, and alignment with project areas.
Some labs may conduct interviews or assessments depending on project requirements.