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DRDO CVRDE Avadi Paid Internship 2026-27

Defence Research and Development Organisation

Domain: Defense & Security
Employment Type: Intern
Stage: Announcement - Official Advertisement

Posted: 27 days ago

Posts: 35

Location: CENTRAL (Tamil Nadu)

Closed: 18 Sep 2026

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Job Details

CVRDE, a DRDO laboratory under the Ministry of Defence at Avadi, Chennai, invites applications for a six‑month paid internship during academic year 2026‑27. Eligible candidates are final‑year B.E./B.Tech students (VII/VIII semester) or 1st/2nd year M.E./M.Tech students in specified disciplines from AICTE/UGC approved institutions. Selection is merit‑based with a requirement of a strong academic record (≥85% marks or ≥8.5 CGPA maintained in previous semesters) and age below 28 years as on 1st July 2026. Interns will receive a stipend of Rs 5,000 per month; no application fee is charged. Training is at CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai.

Level:
central
State:
Tamil Nadu
Cities:
Chennai
Other Information:
  • Place of internship: CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai – 600054

Job Summary

Six‑month paid internship at DRDO‑CVRDE, Avadi for UG/PG engineering students in Mechanical, Electronics/E&C/E&I, Electrical and Computer Science/AI/ML/IT with a stipend of Rs 5,000 per month. Applications are accepted by post within 10 days from publication.

Important Dates

  1. Age limit as on

  2. Publication on DRDO website

  3. Last date to apply · Last date for receipt of application at CVRDEEstimated

  4. Last date to apply · Last date for receipt of application at CVRDE (computed)

Fee Structure

Application Fee

1. All categories:
No fee is applicable during application nor at any stage of the internship programme.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
Final year B.E./B.Tech students (VII/VIII semester) in the relevant discipline from a recognised Indian University/InstituteRequired
1st/2nd year M.E./M.Tech students in the relevant discipline from a recognised Indian University/InstituteRequired

2. Other Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
Academic performanceThe student should have good academic track record with ≥85% marks or ≥8.5 CGPA on a scale of 10, maintained in previous semesters.
Approval of institute/universityRegular students from AICTE approved technical institutions / UGC approved universities only.

3. Experience Requirements

CriteriaDetails
Experience RangeN/A - N/A years

4. Age Limit

CriteriaDetails
Age RangeN/A - 28 years
Upper ageBelow 28 years as on 1st July 2026

5. Citizenship

CriteriaDetails
NationalityScheme is open for students of Indian nationality only.

6. Other Eligibility

CriteriaDetails
BacklogsStudents with backlogs are not eligible.
Equivalent branchesNo equivalent qualifications or related branch will be considered.
Other stipendStudents who are in receipt of any other stipend by any institute are not eligible for this internship programme.
Stipend conditionFor stipend, students must complete at least 20 working days per month of internship at CVRDE and maintain good academic performance.

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Post Details

Total Posts: 35

1. Under Graduate Internship – Mechanical Engineering (Branch Code: ME)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Eligibility: VII/VIII semester B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
  • Location: CVRDE, Avadi, Chennai-600054

Age Limitations:

  • Upper age: Below 28 years as on 1st July 2026

2. Under Graduate Internship – Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronic & Instrumentation Engineering (Branch Code: EC)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Eligibility: VII/VIII semester B.E./B.Tech in the stated discipline(s)

Age Limitations:

  • Upper age: Below 28 years as on 1st July 2026

3. Under Graduate Internship – Electrical Engineering (Branch Code: EE)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Eligibility: VII/VIII semester B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering

Age Limitations:

  • Upper age: Below 28 years as on 1st July 2026

4. Under Graduate Internship – Computer Science / Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning / Information Technology (Branch Code: CS)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Eligibility: VII/VIII semester B.E./B.Tech in the stated discipline(s)

Age Limitations:

  • Upper age: Below 28 years as on 1st July 2026

5. Post Graduate Internship – Mechanical Engineering (Branch Code: ME)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Eligibility: 1st/2nd year M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Age Limitations:

  • Upper age: Below 28 years as on 1st July 2026

6. Post Graduate Internship – Electronics & Communication / Electronic & Instrumentation Engineering (Branch Code: EC)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Eligibility: 1st/2nd year M.E./M.Tech in the stated discipline(s)

Age Limitations:

  • Upper age: Below 28 years as on 1st July 2026

7. Post Graduate Internship – Electrical Engineering (Branch Code: EE)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Eligibility: 1st/2nd year M.E./M.Tech in Electrical Engineering

Age Limitations:

  • Upper age: Below 28 years as on 1st July 2026

8. Post Graduate Internship – Computer Science / Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning / Information Technology (Branch Code: CS)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Eligibility: 1st/2nd year M.E./M.Tech in the stated discipline(s)

Age Limitations:

  • Upper age: Below 28 years as on 1st July 2026

Additional Information

  • Advertisement No.: CVRDE/HRD/PAID INTERNSHIP/2026

Salary Details

> Salary Range: ₹5,000 - ₹5,000 Monthly

> Gross Salary: ₹5,000 Monthly

Other Information

  • Stipend payment: Paid in two slabs of three months each (Rs 15,000 per slab) credited to bank account directly.

How to Apply

1. Submission mode:
Applications will be received through Speed Post / Courier / Registered Post only.
2. Postal address:
The Director, Kind Attention: PC&HR Division, Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Avadi, Chennai – 600054.
3. Envelope superscription:
Clearly mention “Application for Paid internship” and the Branch Code No. on the envelope.
4. Forms:
Use Appendix ‘A’ (Application Form), Appendix ‘B’ (Request Letter/NOC from Principal/Director) and Appendix ‘C’ (Undertaking).
5. Deadline:
Last date for receipt of application at CVRDE is 10 days from the date of publication in DRDO Website (computed: 18 September 2026).

Selection Process

1. Merit basis:
Selection will be entirely on merit basis.
2. Academic requirement:
Minimum 8.5 CGPA (or ≥85% marks) maintained throughout previous semesters.
3. Intimation:
Shortlisted students will be intimated by e‑mail along with joining instructions; no communication will be entertained from candidates not selected.

Document Requirements

1. Application form:
Duly filled Application in Appendix ‘A’ with recent passport size photograph.
2. Request letter/NOC:
Request Letter / No Objection Certificate from Principal/Director in Appendix ‘B’ (as applicable).
3. Undertaking:
Duly filled Undertaking Form (Appendix ‘C’).
4. Marksheets:
Copy of all semester marksheets (as applicable).
5. Certificates by college:
Bonafide and Character Certificate issued by college authorities.
6. Identity documents:
Copy of Aadhaar Card and College ID card.
7. Biodata:
Student Biodata (restricted to 300 words).
8. Achievements (if any):
Awards/Certificates with proof; Publications/Patents with proof.
9. At joining:
Police verification and Medical fitness certificate (from MBBS/BAMS practitioner) to be submitted at the time of joining, if selected.

Important Instructions

1. Boarding/lodging:
No boarding or lodging expenses are admissible; students should make their own arrangements for accommodation and transportation.
2. No employment guarantee:
CVRDE/DRDO has no obligation to offer employment to interns on completion of internship.
3. Downloads:
Advertisement and enclosures can be downloaded from https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/en/offerings/vacancies.
4. Rejection:
Late or incomplete/erroneous applications will be summarily rejected; no communication will be entertained.

Training Details

1. Duration:
Internship will be for a period of 06 months.
2. Work attendance:
For stipend payment, students must complete at least 20 working days per month of internship at CVRDE.
3. Certificate:
‘Certificate of completion’ will be awarded upon successful completion of internship; students must submit a project report of the work assigned.

Disqualification Criteria

1. Backlogs:
Students with backlogs are not eligible.
2. Other stipend:
Students already receiving any stipend from any institute are not eligible.

Other Information

1. Discipline branch codes:
ME, EC, EE, CS as used in the advertisement.

Contact Details

Address: The Director, Kind Attention: PC&HR Division, Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE), Defence Research & Development Organisation, Ministry of Defence, Avadi, Chennai – 600054.

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