Job Summary
DRDO SSPL Paid Internship 2026 offers 65 internship positions for final-year B.E./B.Tech., M.Sc., M.Tech., or equivalent students in Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Electrical, Material Science, Quantum Technology, Laser Optics, Semiconductor Device, or related disciplines. Candidates must apply offline by 30 September 2026. This internship provides a fixed stipend and hands-on research experience at the Solid State Physics Laboratory, Delhi. It is an excellent opportunity for students interested in defence research and development.
| Particulars |
Details |
| Organisation |
Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), DRDO, Ministry of Defence |
| Advertisement No. |
625/HR/PaidInternship/2026/M/01 |
| Notification Date |
29 July 2026 |
| Post Name |
Paid Internship |
| Total Posts |
65 |
| Duration |
6 Months (minimum 4 weeks, maximum 6 months) |
| Internship Start |
December 2026 / January 2027 |
| Monthly Stipend |
тВ╣5,000/- (Fixed, for full 6-month completion) |
| Mode of Application |
Offline (by Post, through the candidate's institute) |
| Last Date to Apply |
30 September 2026 |
| Place of Work |
Solid State Physics Laboratory, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi - 110054 |
Vacancy Details
DRDO SSPL has announced 65 internship vacancies under this scheme. The notification does not specify any category-wise or discipline-wise vacancy distribution. All seats are open for eligible streams as listed.
| Post Name |
No. of Posts |
| Physics / Chemistry / Electronics / Electrical / Material Science / Quantum Technology / Laser Optics / Semiconductor Device |
65 |
Note: The number of internship offers may vary depending on the laboratory's actual requirements.
Qualification
Eligible candidates must be final-year students (last semester) pursuing the following qualifications:
| Post Name |
Qualification |
| Paid Internship |
B.E./B.Tech. (ongoing) or M.Sc./M.Tech. (ongoing) in Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Electrical, Material Science, Quantum Technology, Laser Optics, Semiconductor Device, or related disciplines |
Important: Candidates who have already graduated or completed their degree are not eligible.
Age Limit
| Post Name |
Age Limit |
| Paid Internship |
Not mentioned in the official notification |
Application Fee
- No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Released |
29 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application (by Post) |
30 September 2026 |
| Internship Start Date |
December 2026 or January 2027 |
| Internship Duration |
6 Months |
Note: No separate dates for screening, interview, or result declaration are available.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on screening and/or interview as per the notification. The detailed process is not elaborated.
- Screening of applications
- Interview (if applicable)
How To Apply
Offline application only. Candidates must apply through their respective institutes by post. Follow these steps carefully:
- Download or prepare the application form as per the official notification format.
- Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, etc.
- Attach a Character Certificate and a Recommendation Letter or No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your institute on official letterhead mentioning the internship start date.
- Attach self-attested copies of all relevant documents and affix a recent passport-size photograph.
- Send the complete application packet by post to the following address before the last date:
Director, SSPL, Kind Attention: HRD, SSPL,
DRDO, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi - 110054Applications must be submitted through the candidateтАЩs institute in coordination with the concerned DRDO laboratory.
Stipend Structure
| Post Name |
Stipend Details |
| Paid Internship |
тВ╣5,000/- per month fixed, only for candidates completing full 6 months.
Stipend paid in two equal installments of тВ╣15,000 each after 3 and 6 months.
Minimum 15 days attendance/month required for stipend.
No stipend for internships less than 6 months (minimum 4 weeks internship allowed).
Candidates bear lodging, boarding, transport, and medical expenses. |
Documents Required
- Duly filled Application Form (as per official format)
- Character Certificate
- Recommendation Letter / No Objection Certificate (NOC) from institute on official letterhead mentioning internship start date
- Self-attested photocopies of all relevant educational and identity documents
- Recent passport-size photograph (to be affixed on application form)
Important Instructions
- Internship duration: minimum 4 weeks to maximum 6 months; stipend only for full 6-month completion.
- Extension requests for internship duration will be reviewed based on feasibility.
- Interns must comply with Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923, and DRDO rules; only non-classified areas allowed.
- Disclosure of restricted/confidential information on any platform is strictly prohibited.
- Violation of security rules or lab regulations may lead to termination without notice.
- DRDO is not responsible for any injuries during internship.
- Interns must handle equipment carefully and may be liable for damages.
- Only sick leave (with valid prescription) allowed; gazetted/closed holidays apply.
- Completion of internship does not guarantee employment at DRDO.
- Candidates in Physics, Electronics, or Material Science may also explore other Engineering Government Internships, DRDO recruitments, Delhi Govt Jobs, and Defence Sector Jobs.
Who Should Apply
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- Q1. What is the last date to apply for the DRDO SSPL Paid Internship 2026?
- The last date to submit the application by post is 30 September 2026.
- Q2. How many vacancies are there in the DRDO SSPL Internship 2026?
- There are 65 vacancies notified for this paid internship.
- Q3. What is the stipend for the DRDO SSPL Internship 2026?
- The stipend is тВ╣5,000/- per month (fixed), paid in two installments of тВ╣15,000/- each, applicable only to candidates completing the full 6-month internship.
- Q4. Who is eligible to apply for the DRDO SSPL Internship 2026?
- Only final-year (last semester) students pursuing B.E./B.Tech. or M.Sc./M.Tech. in Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Electrical, Material Science, Quantum Technology, Laser Optics, Semiconductor Device, or equivalent disciplines are eligible.
- Q5. Is there an application fee for the DRDO SSPL Internship 2026?
- No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.
People Also Ask
- Can I apply online for the DRDO SSPL Internship 2026?
- No, applications are accepted only offline by post through the candidateтАЩs institute.
- What is the duration of the DRDO SSPL internship?
- The internship duration ranges from a minimum of 4 weeks to a maximum of 6 months.
- Is there any stipend for partial internship duration?
- No, stipend is paid only if the candidate completes the full 6-month internship.
- Are candidates from all disciplines eligible?
- Only students from specified disciplines like Physics, Electronics, Material Science, etc., as mentioned, are eligible.
- Do I get a job after completing the internship?
- Completion of the internship does not guarantee employment at DRDO.
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