DRDO DEAL Dehradun Internship 2026: Eligibility, Stipend & Offline Application Guide
Bahut accha mauka hai dear engineering students! The Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), a premier DRDO laboratory in Dehradun working on Software-Based Radios, SATCOM, Data Links and Surveillance technology, has invited applications for its Paid Internship Scheme 2026. Total 45 internship slots are open — 20 for Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), 20 for Computer Science Engineering (CSE) and 5 for Mechanical Engineering. Selected interns earn a total stipend of Rs 30,000 for the full 6-month programme.
The application window closes on 30 June 2026 and the internship begins on 03 August 2026. Eligibility requires minimum CGPA 7.0 / 10 with no backlogs in the first 5 semesters. If you have completed your 3rd year / 6th semester B.Tech (or 2nd-semester PG) by July 2026 in ECE, CSE or Mechanical, you should apply. This article explains every important detail — vacancies branch-wise, eligibility, the offline-only application route, and document checklist. Read carefully and submit on time. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for daily Defence sector job updates.
Key Highlights — DRDO DEAL Dehradun Internship 2026
DEAL is one of India’s top DRDO labs developing tactical communication, software-defined radio, satellite communication and surveillance systems for the armed forces. The 6-month internship gives pre-final-year engineering students a chance to work on real defence electronics projects.
- Post Names: Paid Intern — ECE / CSE / Mechanical
- Total Vacancies: 45 (20 ECE + 20 CSE + 5 Mechanical)
- Total Stipend: Rs 30,000 for 6 months (Rs 15,000 + Rs 15,000)
- Job Location: DEAL, Post Box No. 54, Raipur Road, Dehradun — 248001, Uttarakhand
- Internship Period: 03 August 2026 onwards (6 months fixed)
- Last Date to Apply: 30 June 2026 (offline only)
Vacancy Breakdown — DRDO DEAL Dehradun Internship 2026
| Branch | Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| ECE | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 20 |
| CSE | Computer Science Engineering | 20 |
| Mech | Mechanical Engineering | 5 |
| Total | All Branches Combined | 45 |
DEAL has clearly split the 45 slots branch-wise — 20 ECE + 20 CSE + 5 Mechanical = 45 total. This is one of the larger DRDO internship rounds open right now.
Eligibility Criteria — DRDO DEAL Dehradun Internship 2026
Educational Qualification
You must be a current student of one of the following:
- B.E./B.Tech in ECE / CSE / Mechanical Engineering — must have completed 3rd year / 6th semester by July 2026
- OR M.Tech / M.Sc. (Electronics) — must have completed 1st year / 2nd semester by July 2026
Additional academic conditions:
- Minimum CGPA: 7.0 on a 10-point scale (or equivalent percentage by standard AICTE formula)
- No backlogs / failures in any subject in your first 5 semesters
- Institute must be AICTE-approved
See more such openings on our engineering government jobs page.
Nationality
Indian citizens only.
Age Limit
The notification does not specify any age limit. Eligibility is based on your current academic stage and CGPA.
What is the Stipend (Monthly Salary) for DRDO DEAL Dehradun Internship 2026?
Note: DEAL pays the stipend as a total figure for the 6-month internship, not as a fixed monthly rate (unlike most other DRDO labs).
- Total Stipend (6 Months): Rs 30,000
- Payment Schedule: Two equal instalments — Rs 15,000 after completing 3 months + Rs 15,000 after completing 6 months
- Attendance Rule: Minimum 15 working days per month physical attendance is mandatory
- Payment Mode: Direct bank transfer to intern’s account
If you do not complete the full 6-month duration, no stipend and no certificate will be issued — you must finish the entire programme to be eligible for both.
Important: DEAL provides no boarding, lodging, transport, medical or personal expense reimbursement. All such costs are entirely on the intern. There is no obligation on DEAL/DRDO to offer employment after the internship.
What is the Selection Process for DRDO DEAL Dehradun Internship 2026?
Selection is purely merit-based — there is no entrance exam and no formal interview round.
- Academic Screening: Applications screened against the 7.0 CGPA cut-off and the “no backlog in first 5 semesters” rule
- Merit-Based Shortlisting: DEAL prepares a merit list branch-wise (20 ECE + 20 CSE + 5 Mech)
- Communication to Shortlisted: Only selected students will be informed about joining procedures and Indemnity Bond — rejected candidates will NOT receive any communication
Browse our preparation strategy page for general guidance applicable to DRDO internship selections.
How to Apply for DRDO DEAL Dehradun Internship 2026?
Application is offline only — by hand or by Indian Speed Post. Email or soft-copy applications will NOT be accepted. Keep ready: filled application form (Appendix-A), recommendation letter from your college Head/Dean/Principal (Appendix-B on letterhead), CGPA marksheet copies, Aadhaar copy, college ID copy, bio-data, and a recent passport-size colour photograph.
- Download the application form (Appendix-A) and undertaking form (Appendix-C) from the official DRDO careers page
- Fill the application form completely and accurately
- Get the recommendation letter / NOC from your college Head, Dean or Principal on college letterhead (Appendix-B format)
- Attach copies of all marksheets reflecting CGPA, Aadhaar, college ID and a recent photograph
- Prepare your brief bio-data highlighting academic achievements
- Place all documents in an envelope superscribed: “Application for DRDO Paid Internship” mentioning your Branch/Discipline
- Send by Indian Speed Post (or deliver by hand) to: The Director, Defence Electronics Applications Laboratory (DEAL), DRDO, Post Box No. 54, Raipur Road, Dehradun — 248001 (Uttarakhand)
- Ensure your application reaches before the deadline — email applications and late submissions are summarily rejected
Important Dates — DRDO DEAL Dehradun Internship 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 27 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Offline) | 30 June 2026 |
| Intimation to Selected Students | 15 July 2026 |
| Internship Start Date | 03 August 2026 |
Application Fees — DRDO DEAL Dehradun Internship 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | No Application Fee |
Application is completely free of cost — only the Indian Speed Post postage cost (if you choose to mail rather than hand-deliver) is to be borne by you.
Essential Links — DRDO DEAL Dehradun Internship 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit DRDO Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Uttarakhand Govt Jobs
Dear pre-final-year engineering students, DEAL Dehradun has 45 internship slots — one of the largest DRDO offers this season. With a 7.0 CGPA cut-off and the no-backlog rule, the competition is fair and the process is clean. The 30 June 2026 hard deadline is tight — get your application packet, college recommendation letter, and marksheets ready immediately and dispatch by Speed Post today. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for daily Defence sector recruitment updates and DRDO internship alerts.