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The Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), a premier laboratory of the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), has released an official notification inviting applications for Paid Internship 2026. The internship is offered to B.E./B.Tech final year students and M.Sc students for research and project work in defence technologies.
This internship will be conducted at NSTL, Visakhapatnam for a duration of 06 months. A total of 35 internship seats are available across multiple engineering and science disciplines. Selected students will receive a monthly stipend of ₹5,000.
Interested students must submit their applications via email in the prescribed format before the last date.
📌 Students must be enrolled in a full-time course from AICTE/UGC approved college or university.
Stipend will be paid in two installments: after completion of 3 months and after completion of 6 months.
🏢 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Laboratory | Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL) |
| Internship Name | DRDO NSTL Paid Internship 2026 |
| Total Seats | 35 |
| Internship Duration | 06 Months |
| Stipend | ₹5,000 Per Month |
| Location | NSTL, Visakhapatnam |
| Application Mode | Email Application |
📊 Discipline Wise Seat Distribution
| Branch Code | Discipline | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| CE | Chemical Engineering | 03 |
| ME | Mechanical Engineering | 05 |
| EE | Electrical Engineering | 04 |
| ECE | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 06 |
| E&I | Electronics & Instrumentation | 02 |
| NA | Naval Architecture | 03 |
| CS | Computer Science / IT | 08 |
| PH | M.Sc Physics | 02 |
| CH | M.Sc Chemistry | 02 |
| Total | 35 | |
🎓 Qualification
| Course | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| B.E / B.Tech | Final year students with minimum CGPA 7.5 in all previous semesters |
| M.Sc | Second year students (3rd or 4th semester) with minimum 75% marks in 1st year |
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🎂 Age Limit
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | Below 25 Years (as on 1 May 2026) |
💰 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | No Application Fee |
📝 Selection Process
- Application Screening
- Merit Based Shortlisting
- Online / Offline Interview or Interaction
- Document Verification
💵 Stipend
| Internship | Stipend |
|---|---|
| Paid Internship (06 Months) | ₹5,000 per month |
🖥️ How to Apply for DRDO NSTL Internship
- Download and fill the prescribed internship application form.
- Attach required documents including marksheets and Aadhar card.
- Attach a reference/request letter from your college.
- Prepare a short bio-data (within 300 words).
- Email scanned application documents to intern-hrd@gov.in.
- Email subject should be: Application for Paid Internship with Branch Code.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Last Date | 23 March 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Internship Start Date | 01 May 2026 |
| Internship End Date | 31 October 2026 |
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Send Application Email | intern-hrd@gov.in |
| DRDO Official Website | www.drdo.gov.in |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1️⃣ What is DRDO NSTL Internship 2026?
The DRDO NSTL Internship 2026 is a paid internship program offered by the Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), a unit of DRDO, for engineering and science students to gain research experience in defence technologies.
2️⃣ How many seats are available in DRDO NSTL Paid Internship 2026?
A total of 35 internship positions are available across various engineering and science disciplines.
3️⃣ What is the stipend for DRDO NSTL Internship?
Selected candidates will receive a stipend of ₹5,000 per month during the internship period.
4️⃣ What is the duration of DRDO NSTL Internship 2026?
The internship will be conducted for a duration of 6 months at NSTL, Visakhapatnam.
5️⃣ What is the last date to apply for DRDO NSTL Internship 2026?
The last date to submit the application via email is 23 March 2026 (5:00 PM).
6️⃣ Is there any application fee for DRDO NSTL Internship?
No. There is no application fee required for applying to this internship.
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