DRDO MTRDC Bengaluru Paid Internship 2026 — Hands-On Defence R&D Experience for Engineering & Science Students
A great hands-on R&D opportunity for final-year engineering and science students — the Microwave Tube Research and Development Centre (MTRDC), Bengaluru, a premier laboratory of DRDO (Ministry of Defence), has released the MTRDC Paid Internship 2026 notification for 10 internship slots under its Paid Internship Scheme. The internship is open to B.Tech, M.Tech and M.Sc students in their final year in Electronics / ECE / EIE, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science and Physics — with a monthly stipend and a minimum duration of 6 months at the MTRDC campus in Bengaluru. If you are looking for Engineering Govt Jobs or research internships in defence, this is a real chance to work on microwave tube technology used in radar, electronic warfare and satellite systems.
The last date to apply is 15 June 2026 and applications must be sent by Speed Post only to MTRDC, Bengaluru — there is no online portal. Intimation to selected students will be on 25 June 2026, and the internship is scheduled to commence on 1 July 2026. In this article from GovtJobsAlert.in, we will explain eligibility, branches, stipend, duration, selection process and the exact step-by-step application procedure.
Key Highlights — DRDO MTRDC Paid Internship 2026
This internship is purely for meritorious students in the final year of B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc — students must have 75% & above marks (or ≥ 7.5 CGPA on scale of 10) in previous semesters from an AICTE / UGC approved college. Internship is not a job offer — DRDO has no obligation to provide employment after completion.
- Recruiting Body: MTRDC Bengaluru — DRDO, Ministry of Defence
- Advertisement Number: MTRDC/HRD/PAIDINTERN/2026/01
- Total Slots: 10 (across 5 disciplines, 2 categories)
- Monthly Stipend: Rs 5,000
- Duration: Minimum 6 months
- Internship Location: MTRDC Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560 013
- Application Mode: Offline — Speed Post only
- Last Date to Apply: 15 June 2026
- Internship Start: 1 July 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — DRDO MTRDC Paid Internship 2026
MTRDC offers 10 total internship slots across 2 categories (UG and PG) and 5 disciplines. The total of 10 is a single pool — individual discipline / category split is decided based on applications received and selection merit.
| Category | Eligible Students | Branches (Branch Code) |
|---|---|---|
| Category (a) — UG Internship | B.Tech VII & VIII Semester | Electronics / ECE / EIE (EC), Mechanical (ME), Electrical (EE), Computer Science (CS), Physics (PH) |
| Category (b) — PG Internship | M.Tech / M.Sc Second Year | Same 5 disciplines as above |
Total: 10 slots combined across both categories. Monthly stipend Rs 5,000 for all slots.
Eligibility Criteria — DRDO MTRDC Paid Internship 2026
Educational Qualification
- Category (a): Pursuing B.Tech VII or VIII semester (final year) in Electronics / ECE / EIE / Mechanical / Electrical / Computer Science / Physics
- Category (b): Pursuing M.Tech or M.Sc Second Year in the same disciplines
- Academic Cut-off: Minimum 75% & above marks (or ≥ 7.5 CGPA on scale of 10) in previous semesters
- Full-time course from an AICTE / UGC approved College / University
- Indian citizens only
Age Limit
- Below 28 years
Other Requirements
- Reference / Request letter from Principal / HOD on college letterhead recommending the meritorious student is mandatory
- Police verification certificate, Bonafide and NOC from college are required at the time of joining
What is the Stipend for DRDO MTRDC Paid Internship 2026?
The monthly stipend is Rs 5,000 — paid in two installments: the first after 3 months of internship, the second after completion of 6 months. The stipend is admissible only if the student is physically present at the lab for a minimum of 15 working days per month.
- Monthly Stipend: Rs 5,000 (effective in-hand)
- Payment Mode: Direct bank transfer to student’s account
- Payment Schedule: 1st installment after 3 months; 2nd after 6 months
- Boarding / Lodging: Not provided — student arranges their own stay in Bengaluru
Total stipend over 6 months: Rs 30,000 (lump sum split into two installments). For M.Tech / M.Sc project internship, the duration may be extended 8–10 months further WITHOUT stipend at MTRDC’s discretion.
This internship is not a job. MTRDC / DRDO has no obligation to offer employment after the internship period. The completion certificate is issued only after successful completion of the full 6 months + project report evaluation.
What is the Selection Process for DRDO MTRDC Paid Internship 2026?
Selection is purely merit-based — no written exam. The stages are:
- Shortlisting based on CGPA / academic record (cut-off ≥ 75% or ≥ 7.5 CGPA)
- Online Interview / interaction (if required by MTRDC)
- Document Verification of originals
- Final Selection on merit basis
- Email Intimation to selected candidates on 25 June 2026
Important: Only selected candidates will be informed via email — no communication will be undertaken with rejected candidates. Refer to Engineering Internship Jobs for similar opportunities.
How to Apply Offline for DRDO MTRDC Paid Internship 2026?
Application is only by Speed Post — no online portal. Download the prescribed application form from the notification PDF (pages 5–8), fill it carefully, and dispatch to MTRDC Bengaluru.
- Download the official notification PDF — link available in Essential Links below.
- Print the prescribed application form (pages 5–8 of the notification PDF).
- Fill the application form in your own handwriting (or typed) with accurate personal, academic and contact details.
- Affix a passport-size photograph (4.5 x 3.5 cm) on the form.
- Obtain a Reference / Request letter from your Principal / HOD on college letterhead — this is mandatory.
- Attach copies of: latest CGPA / mark sheet, latest Aadhaar Card, the reference letter, and the signed checklist.
- Enclose all documents in an envelope. Superscribe the envelope: “Application for Paid Internship” + Branch Code (EC / ME / EE / CS / PH).
- Send the application by Speed Post to:
The Director, Microwave Tube Research & Development Centre (MTRDC), Defence R&D Organization, Near Bharat Electronics North Gate, Jalahalli PO, Bangalore – 560 013
- Application must reach MTRDC by 15 June 2026.
Important Dates — DRDO MTRDC Paid Internship 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Submit Application | 15 June 2026 |
| Intimation to Selected Students | 25 June 2026 |
| Internship Commencement Date | 1 July 2026 |
Application Fees — DRDO MTRDC Paid Internship 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No Fee |
No application fee is mentioned in the notification — DRDO internship schemes are typically fee-free.
Essential Links — DRDO MTRDC Paid Internship 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit DRDO Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
A DRDO paid internship is one of the best things a final-year B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc student can add to their CV — hands-on work on real defence R&D projects, formal certification, and exposure to a premier research lab. With only 10 slots, this is highly competitive — apply only if your academic record meets the 75% / 7.5 CGPA cut-off. Read the notification PDF carefully, dispatch your application well before 15 June 2026, and keep an eye on your email on 25 June 2026 for the selection intimation. For more such internship and engineering openings, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in — your trusted partner for every fresh notification.