DRDO RCI Hyderabad Paid Internship 2026: Apply for 160 Paid Vacancies. Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad, a premier laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has invited applications for the Paid Internship 2026 (Advertisement No. RCI/HRD/PDINTERN/2026/01) for final year Under-Graduate and Post-Graduate students in Engineering and Science disciplines.
Total 160 paid internship positions are available at RCI/DYSL-AT/DSP for a minimum period of 6 months. This is an excellent opportunity for meritorious students to work on cutting-edge avionics and missile defence technologies.
Applications in the prescribed format must reach the office by 20 June 2026. Eligible Indian citizen students can apply through offline mode as per the detailed instructions in the official notification.
DRDO RCI Hyderabad Paid Internship 2026 – Job Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Internship Name | Paid Internship in Engineering & Science Disciplines (UG & PG) |
| Total Vacancies | 160 Positions |
| Age Limit | Below 28 years |
| Stipend | ₹5,000 per month |
| Qualification | Pursuing final year B.Tech (VII/VIII sem) / M.Tech / M.Sc with ≥75% marks |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | Academic Record + Referral Letter + CGPA / Online Interview + Document Verification |
| Internship Location | RCI, Hyderabad – 500069 (Offline Mode only) |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 June 2026 |
✅ DRDO RCI Hyderabad Paid Internship 2026 Stipend & Benefits
Monthly Stipend for all selected interns:
- ₹5,000 per month (for minimum 6 months)
Payment will be made in two installments (after 3 months and after completion of 6 months) directly into the student’s bank account. Stipend is subject to minimum 15 working days attendance per month. Project internship for M.Tech/M.Sc may be extended by 4-6 months without stipend. No boarding/lodging expenses admissible. Certificate of completion will be issued on successful completion.
✅ DRDO RCI Hyderabad Internship 2026 Disciplines Offered
Category (a): Under-Graduate Internship (B.Tech VII & VIII Semester)
| Branch Code | Branch/Discipline |
|---|---|
| CS | CSE / AI / ML / Cyber Security |
| EC | Electronics / ECE / EIE |
| ME | Mechanical Engineering |
| EE | Electrical Engineering |
| CE | Materials / Chemical Engineering |
| AE | Aeronautical Engineering |
| SE | Safety Engineering |
Category (b): Post-Graduate Internship (IInd year M.Tech / M.Sc)
| Branch Code | Branch/Discipline |
|---|---|
| PG/CS | CSE |
| PG/EC | ECE |
| PG/ME | Mechanical Engineering |
| PG/EE | Electrical Engineering |
| PE | Power Engineering |
| PH | Physics |
| CH | Chemistry |
| VL | VLSI / Embedded Systems |
| RF | RF Engineering / RADAR |
| SA | Structural Analysis |
| IR | IR Seekers |
| LA | LASERS |
| MH | Mechatronics / MEMS |
| RE | Robotics Engineering |
| SE | System Engineering |
| TE | Thermal Engineering |
✅ DRDO RCI Hyderabad Paid Internship 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: Below 28 years.
Educational Qualification:
- Indian citizens pursuing full-time final year Under-Graduation (B.Tech VII/VIII semester) or Post-Graduation (IInd year M.Tech / M.Sc) in the respective disciplines from AICTE/UGC approved institutions.
- Minimum 75% marks or equivalent CGPA in academics.
- Only highly meritorious students recommended by Principal/HOD will be considered.
✅ DRDO RCI Hyderabad Paid Internship 2026 Selection Process
- Scrutiny of application, academic record and referral letter from Principal/HOD
- Selection on the basis of CGPA / Online Interview / Interaction (as required)
- Document Verification
- Final selection subject to verification of original documents
Internship will be offered in Offline mode only. Selected students will be intimated through email.
✅ Important Dates for DRDO RCI Hyderabad Internship 2026
| Notification Date | 05 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 20 June 2026 |
| Intimation to Selected Students | 2nd week of July 2026 |
| Internship Start Date | 03 August 2026 |
✅ Application Fee
Nil (No application fee is required).
✅ How to Apply for DRDO RCI Hyderabad Paid Internship 2026
- Download the prescribed Bio-data / Application format from the official notification PDF
- Fill the application form completely with all required details
- Get the referral / request letter from your Principal / HOD on college letterhead
- Attach self-attested copies of: All marksheets, College ID Card, latest Aadhaar Card and Original referral letter
- Put the application along with documents in an envelope and mention on top: “Application for Paid Internship” and the “Branch Code ………”
- Send the application by Speed Post / Courier to: Director, Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Defence R&D Organization, Vignyana Kancha, Hyderabad – 500069
- Ensure the application reaches on or before 20 June 2026. Incomplete or late applications will be rejected
✅ Important Links
| DRDO RCI Paid Internship 2026 Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| DRDO Official Website | Visit Website |
| Latest Defence Jobs 2026 | View All Defence Jobs |
✅ DRDO RCI Hyderabad Paid Internship 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many paid internship positions are announced in DRDO RCI Hyderabad 2026?
A1. Total 160 paid internship positions are available for UG and PG students.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for DRDO RCI Hyderabad Paid Internship 2026?
A2. The last date for receipt of application is 20 June 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for DRDO RCI Internship?
A3. Final year B.Tech (VII/VIII sem) or IInd year M.Tech / M.Sc in the specified disciplines with minimum 75% marks or equivalent CGPA.
Q4. What is the stipend for selected interns?
A4. ₹5,000 per month (paid in two installments subject to minimum 15 working days attendance per month).
Q5. What is the selection process for DRDO RCI Paid Internship 2026?
A5. Academic record + Referral letter from Principal/HOD + CGPA / Online Interview + Document Verification.
Q6. Is the internship paid and in offline mode?
A6. Yes, it is a paid offline internship at RCI Hyderabad for minimum 6 months.
