DRDO NMRL Paid Internship 2026 | ₹5,000 Monthly Stipend for Engineering & M.Sc Students
The Naval Materials Research Laboratory (NMRL), Ambernath, under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has officially released the DRDO NMRL Paid Internship 2026 Notification for engineering and science students.
This internship offers an excellent opportunity for final-year B.E./B.Tech students and second-year M.Sc students to gain practical research experience in defence and naval materials science. Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 during the six-month internship period.
The internship will be conducted at the NMRL campus in Ambernath, Maharashtra.
Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications through email before 10 June 2026 (5:00 PM).
DRDO NMRL Internship 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | DRDO Official Website |
| Laboratory Name | Naval Materials Research Laboratory (NMRL) |
| Internship Name | DRDO NMRL Paid Internship 2026 |
| Internship Location | Ambernath, Thane, Maharashtra |
| Internship Duration | 6 Months |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹5,000 |
| Total Internship Slots | 20 |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
| Internship Start Date | 1 July 2026 |
About NMRL Ambernath
The Naval Materials Research Laboratory (NMRL) is a premier DRDO laboratory working under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India.
The laboratory focuses on:
- Naval materials research
- Defence technology
- Environmental systems
- Fuel cell technology
- Engineering innovations
- Advanced scientific research
This internship provides students with practical exposure to real-time defence research and laboratory projects.
Internship Disciplines & Eligibility
The internship is available for students from specific engineering and science disciplines.
Eligible Engineering Branches
Final-year B.E./B.Tech students from:
- Chemical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics & Telecommunication
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
Eligible Science Streams
Second-year M.Sc students from:
- Chemistry
- Biotechnology
- Physics
Total Internship Slots
A total of 20 internship positions are available across all disciplines combined.
NMRL may allocate internship seats based on merit and application volume.
Educational Qualification
For Engineering Students
Applicants must:
- Be pursuing final-year B.E./B.Tech
- Study in approved engineering branches
- Have minimum CGPA of 7.0 on a 10-point scale
- Belong to AICTE-approved institutions
For M.Sc Students
Applicants must:
- Be pursuing M.Sc second year
- Have minimum 65% marks in first-year examination
- Belong to UGC-approved universities
Important Note
Equivalent qualifications or unrelated branches will not be accepted.
Age Limit
Candidates must be:
- Below 25 years of age
Stipend Details
Selected students will receive:
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly Stipend | ₹5,000 |
| Total Stipend (6 Months) | ₹30,000 |
| Payment Mode | Direct Bank Transfer |
| Internship Duration | 6 Months |
Stipend Payment Schedule
- First installment after 3 months
- Second installment after completion of 6 months
Important Conditions
- Students must maintain minimum 15 working days attendance per month.
- No boarding or lodging facility will be provided.
- Students leaving before completion may not receive stipend or certificate.
Selection Process
Selection for the DRDO NMRL Internship 2026 will be based on merit.
Selection Stages
- Shortlisting based on:
- CGPA
- Academic marks
- Eligibility criteria
- Online Interaction/Interview
- Scheduled in the 3rd week of June 2026
- Final Selection
- Merit-based evaluation
- Email Intimation
- Selected students informed in the 4th week of June 2026
There is no written examination for this internship.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following documents:
- Filled application form
- Academic mark sheets
- Aadhaar Card copy
- College reference/request letter
- Bio-data/Resume
- Passport-size photograph
At the time of joining, selected candidates may also need:
- Bonafide certificate
- No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Police verification certificate
- Bank account details
- Official Secrets Act undertaking
How to Apply for DRDO NMRL Internship 2026
Candidates must apply through email only.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Download the official notification and application form.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Obtain reference letter from:
- Principal
- Head of Department
- Prepare a short bio-data highlighting achievements.
- Scan all required documents.
- Send email application before the deadline.
Send Application To:
Email Subject Format
Application for paid internship with branch code [CH / CE / ME / EE / BT / PH / CS]
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 10 June 2026 |
| Online Interaction | 3rd Week of June 2026 |
| Selection Intimation | 4th Week of June 2026 |
| Internship Start Date | 1 July 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No Fee |
There is no application fee for this internship.
Why Apply for DRDO Internship?
This internship offers valuable benefits for engineering and science students.
Major Advantages
- Hands-on DRDO research exposure
- Experience in defence and naval technologies
- Opportunity to work in advanced laboratories
- Research experience for higher studies
- Skill development in scientific projects
- Government research internship experience
Students interested in research, defence technology, engineering innovation, and scientific careers should strongly consider applying.