Are you a final-year engineering or science student with a strong academic record and a dream to work in cutting-edge defence technology? Here’s your chance! The Instruments Research & Development Establishment (IRDE), a premier DRDO laboratory located in Dehradun, has released an exciting internship notification for 2025. This 6-month paid internship offers hands-on experience in advanced research fields like Optics, Opto-Electronics, and Photonics.
Let’s break down all the essential details of this amazing opportunity.
About the Internship Program
The internship is offered by IRDE, Dehradun under the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO). The establishment is known for its research in highly specialized technologies for the defence sector. The paid internship is open to Indian citizens pursuing UG/PG degrees in engineering or science disciplines.
Internship Details at a Glance
| Branch Code | Discipline | No. of Vacancies | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| EE | Electronics / ECE / Instrumentation / Electrical | 15 | ₹5,000 |
| ME | Mechanical Engineering | 10 | ₹5,000 |
| PH | Physics / Applied Optics / Opto-Electronics | 10 | ₹5,000 |
| CS | Computer Science & Engineering | 10 | ₹5,000 |
- Total Seats: 45
- Duration: 6 Months
- Location: IRDE, Dehradun – 248008
- Last Date to Apply: 30 June 2025
- Internship Start Date: 01 August 2025
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must:
- Be pursuing a full-time undergraduate/postgraduate degree in relevant disciplines from an AICTE/UGC recognized institution.
- Have a minimum of 75% marks or CGPA ≥ 7.5/10.
- Be below 28 years of age.
- Obtain a referral letter from the Principal/Director of their college (mandatory).
Selection Process
The selection is purely merit-based and includes:
- Shortlisting based on academic performance.
- An interaction/interview.
- Required documents like character certificate and police verification at the time of joining.
Only shortlisted candidates will be informed about further procedures.
Stipend and Certification
- A stipend of ₹5,000/month will be paid in two installments:
- First after completing 3 months of internship with minimum 15 working days/month attendance.
- Second at the end of the 6-month tenure.
- A completion certificate will be awarded upon:
- Successful evaluation of the project report.
- Completion of all formalities and attendance requirements.
Note: Leaving the internship mid-way will result in no stipend or certificate.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their filled application form (available in the official notification) along with the required documents via Speed Post to:
The Director,
Instruments Research and Development Establishment (IRDE),
DRDO, Raipur Road, Dehradun – 248008
Make sure to write “Application for Paid Internship – Branch Code [EE/ME/PH/CS]” on the envelope.