The Defence Geoinformatics Research Establishment (DGRE), a laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has invited applications for a six-month paid internship for engineering and science students at its Chandigarh facility. The opportunity is intended for eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students whose internship or project work forms part of their degree course.
There are six internship positions across Computer Science Engineering, Civil Engineering and Remote Sensing / Geoinformatics. The stipend is ₹5,000 per month. Applications must reach DGRE by 6 December 2026.
DRDO DGRE Internship 2026: Key Details
Organisation: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
Laboratory: Defence Geoinformatics Research Establishment (DGRE)
Last date for receipt of application: 6 December 2026
Proposed internship start: 1 January 2027
Application method: Speed Post
Discipline-wise Internship Seats
Student category
Discipline
Seats
Monthly stipend
B.Tech final year
Computer Science and Engineering
2
₹5,000
B.Tech final year
Civil Engineering
2
₹5,000
Second-year M.Sc. / M.Tech.
Remote Sensing / Geoinformatics
2
₹5,000
Total
6
Who Can Apply?
The notification is for Indian citizens pursuing a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course in the relevant engineering or science discipline at a recognised Indian university or institute.
Undergraduate applicants: Students pursuing the final year of B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering or Civil Engineering. The internship must be part of the degree course.
Postgraduate applicants: Students pursuing the second year of M.Sc. or M.Tech. in Remote Sensing / Geoinformatics. The internship must be part of the degree course.
Minimum Marks and Age Limit
Academic performance: At least 75% marks or 7.5 CGPA.
College / university: The institution must be approved by AICTE or UGC, as applicable.
Age limit: Below 28 years.
Applicants should have a good academic record across previous semesters / years.
The notification states that the Principal, Head of Department (HOD) or Training and Placement Officer (TPO) of the institution must send a recommendation request for deserving students. This institutional recommendation is a mandatory part of the application.
Stipend and Internship Duration
Monthly stipend: ₹5,000.
Duration: Six months.
Expected commencement: 1 January 2027.
Payment: In two instalments, after three months and after successful completion of six months.
Attendance condition: The student must be physically present at the laboratory for at least 15 working days in each month to qualify for the stipend.
DGRE will issue a completion certificate after the student successfully completes the project, submits the required report and clears the evaluation. Students who leave before completing the internship will not receive the completion certificate or payment under the stated terms.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on academic merit and suitability for the project. DGRE may consider the CGPA or percentage obtained in all previous semesters / years and conduct an online or telephone interview / interaction where required. Documents will be verified before final selection.
Only shortlisted / selected students will be informed about joining procedures through the email address provided in the application.
Incomplete, incorrect or late applications may be rejected.
Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee selection.
In case of a tie, marks in the lower examination will be used as the tie-breaker, as stated in the notice.
How to Apply: Speed Post Only
This recruitment does not use an online application form. Candidates must prepare the prescribed application and send it by Speed Post to DGRE. The college recommendation letter must be attached.
Download the official advertisement and application form.
Complete the application form with personal, academic and contact details.
Attach mark sheets showing CGPA / percentage for all completed semesters or academic years.
Attach a reference / recommendation letter from the college Principal, HOD or TPO. The prescribed institutional request should be printed on the college letterhead and signed by the authorised college official.
Attach copies of the latest Aadhaar card and college identity card, along with other documents listed in the application checklist.
Place the completed application and supporting documents in an envelope and send it by Speed Post to the address below.
Clearly write “Application for Paid Internship: Starting 1st January 2027” and the relevant branch code on the top of the envelope.
Where to Send the Application
To:
The Director
Defence Geoinformatics Research Establishment (DGRE)
Defence R&D Organization
Him Parisar, Plot No. 1, Sector 37-A
Chandigarh – 160036 Kind Attention: HRD Division
Official contact: director.dgre@gov.in Telephone: 0172-2699804
Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification published
10 November 2026
Last date for receipt of application
6 December 2026
Intimation to selected students
Last week of December 2026 (tentative)
Internship commencement
1 January 2027
Internship duration
6 months
Documents to Keep Ready
Completed application form with recent passport-size photograph
College recommendation / referral letter signed by Principal, HOD or TPO
Mark sheets showing marks / CGPA for all completed semesters or years
Latest Aadhaar card copy
College identity card copy
Bonafide certificate and college NOC, to be produced by selected candidates at joining
Selected candidates will also be required to provide the documents and undertakings specified by DGRE, including police verification, as applicable. Original academic documents may be checked at the time of joining.
Important Conditions for Applicants
No boarding or lodging expenses are admissible. Students must arrange and pay for their own stay and travel.
Stipend is subject to the minimum attendance condition at the laboratory.
Internship completion does not create any right to employment with DGRE or DRDO.
Selected interns must follow laboratory discipline, security, IT and confidentiality rules, including the undertakings specified in the notice.
Only students whose internship is part of their degree course and who meet the stated academic and institutional conditions should apply.
Final reminder: The application must reach DGRE by 6 December 2026. Send it by Speed Post with the required college recommendation and branch code clearly marked on the envelope. Do not treat this as an online recruitment application.
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