DRDO MTRDC Paid Internship 2026 | Apply for Engineering & Science Internship at Bengaluru
Organization
DRDO
Duration
6 Months
Fellowship Amount
5000 Per Month
Overview
Recruitment Details:
Microwave Tube Research and Development Centre (MTRDC), operating under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has announced the Paid Internship Scheme 2026 for Engineering and Science students.
This internship provides students an opportunity to work on advanced defence technologies and gain exposure to research environments focused on High Power Microwave Systems and Terahertz (THz) Technologies.
Advertisement Number: MTRDC/HRD/PAIDINTERN/2026/01
Organization: Microwave Tube Research and Development Centre (MTRDC), DRDO
Internship Type: Paid Internship
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Closing Date | 15 June 2026 |
| Internship Duration | Minimum 06 Months |
Vacancy Details
| Position | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Paid Internship | Final Year UG & PG Students |
Eligible Disciplines
| Branch / Discipline |
|---|
| Electronics Engineering |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) |
| Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering (EIE) |
| Mechanical Engineering |
| Electrical Engineering |
| Computer Science |
| Physics / Physical Sciences |
Stipend Details
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Monthly Stipend | ₹5,000 per month |
| Internship Duration | Minimum 06 Months |
Eligibility Criteria
Undergraduate Students:
- Final-year B.Tech students currently studying in VII and VIII semesters
- Excellent academic performance required
Postgraduate Students:
- Second-year M.Tech students
- Second-year M.Sc students
Nationality:
- Only Indian citizens are eligible
Research Focus Area
Selected interns will work on advanced research projects related to:
- High Power Microwave Systems
- THz Technologies
- Defence Electronics Research
- Applied Engineering and Scientific Development
Selection Process
- Application Screening
- Academic Evaluation
- Eligibility Verification
- Final Selection by MTRDC
How to Apply
Step 1: Visit the official DRDO website.
Step 2: Download the prescribed internship application form.
Step 3: Fill in complete academic and personal details.
Step 4: Attach required supporting documents.
Step 5: Submit the application before the deadline.
Official Email: director.mtrdc@gov.in
About Organization
Microwave Tube Research and Development Centre (MTRDC) is a premier DRDO laboratory located in Bengaluru and specializes in microwave technologies, radar systems, high-power electronics, and strategic defence research.
Source: https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/sites/default/files/vacancy/advtMTRDC22052026.pdf
Financial Support
Fellowship Amount: 5000 Per Month
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