Intimation to Selected Candidates2nd week of Jul 2026
Internship Commencement03 Aug 2026
Eligibility / educational qualification
The minimum educational qualification required for this position is B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc (Final Year) (refer to the official notification for the exact discipline, stream or trade required). Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination may apply provisionally, provided they can produce the marksheet at the document verification stage.
The age limit is as per the official notification calculated as on the cut-off date specified in the notification. Age relaxation is granted to reserved categories as per central government rules: OBC candidates get 3 additional years, SC/ST candidates get 5 years, and PwD candidates get up to 10 years of relaxation. Ex-servicemen and certain other reserved categories may receive further relaxation — verify against the official notification.
Nationality requirement: the candidate must be a citizen of India (or hold the eligibility documents specified by the recruiting body). Candidates domiciled in Telangana may be given preference in certain categories. Out-of-state candidates can still apply — see the notification for state-domicile requirements specific to this recruitment.
Application fee
All Candidates₹0 (No Fee)
At a glance
OrganizationResearch Centre Imarat (RCI), DRDO, Hyderabad
CategoryLatest Jobs
Post / examDRDO RCI Hyderabad Paid Internship 2026 — 160 Slots Open
Total posts160
QualificationB.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc (Final Year)+
LocationTelangana
Pay scale₹5,000 per month (₹30,000 for 6 months)
Apply modeOnline
Last Date to Apply20 Jun 2026
Key highlights
Research Centre Imarat (RCI), DRDO, Hyderabad has released the latest jobs update for DRDO RCI Hyderabad Paid Internship 2026 — 160 Slots Open.
160 total vacancies are on offer.
Last Date to Apply: 20 Jun 2026 — don't miss the deadline.
Apply or check online through the official portal — direct links are below.
Overview
Applications are now open for the DRDO RCI Hyderabad Paid Internship 2026 — 160 Slots Open recruitment announced by Research Centre Imarat (RCI), DRDO, Hyderabad. A total of 160 vacancies have been opened in this recruitment cycle. Candidates who meet the B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc (Final Year) eligibility can apply through the official portal before 20 Jun 2026.
Selected candidates will be placed in the ₹5,000 per month (₹30,000 for 6 months) pay scale, along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other applicable allowances as per government rules.
Always confirm the final details in the official notification — it is the binding source for eligibility, dates, and fees.
Why apply for this post
Research Centre Imarat (RCI), DRDO, Hyderabad careers carry the responsibility and respect that comes with serving India's defence and strategic sectors. Pay is governed by central rules with additional service-specific allowances, lifetime medical coverage for self and family, and a strong post-service pension — alongside the personal satisfaction of national service.
The starting pay scale for this post is ₹5,000 per month (₹30,000 for 6 months). Salaries increase through annual increments and time-bound promotions, and the package includes Dearness Allowance (revised twice a year), House Rent Allowance based on posting city, and other government benefits applicable to the cadre.
Vacancy details
160
total posts (approx). Category-wise reservation and post-wise breakup are listed in the official notification.
Salary / pay scale
₹5,000 per month (₹30,000 for 6 months) — plus DA, HRA & allowances. Final in-hand pay depends on posting and deductions.
Vacancy breakdown (category-wise)
Under-Graduate (B.Tech Final Year)0
Post-Graduate (M.Tech / M.Sc Final Year)0
Total (UG + PG Combined)160
Documents required
Filled bio-data application form
Referral/request letter from college Principal or HOD (original)
Mark sheets attested by HOD/Principal
College ID Card (copy)
Aadhaar Card (copy)
How to apply
The entire application is online — candidates register on the official portal, fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee online, and download the confirmation. Follow the numbered steps below carefully, because once submitted most fields cannot be edited.
The Last Date to Apply for this application is 20 Jun 2026. We strongly recommend completing the application at least 2-3 days before the deadline — the official portal usually sees heavy load on the last day, and payment-gateway timeouts in the final hours can cause submissions to fail.
The application fee varies by category and is listed in the Application Fee section below. Payment can be made online using debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or any accepted digital wallet. Save the payment receipt — you will need it if the system requires manual verification.
1Download the official bio-data application form from the DRDO/RCI official notification.
2Complete the form with accurate personal and academic details, noting your branch code.
3Obtain a signed and stamped referral/request letter from your college Principal or Head of Department.
4Attach HOD/Principal-attested mark sheets, a copy of your College ID Card, and your Aadhaar Card.
5Superscribe the envelope with 'Application for Paid Internship' and mention the Branch Code clearly on the outside.
6Dispatch the complete set by Speed Post or Courier to the Director, RCI, DRDO, Hyderabad, reaching on or before 20 Jun 2026.
Selection process
The selection process is conducted in 5 stages: Eligibility Screening (minimum 75% marks from AICTE/UGC-approved institute), Referral/HOD Letter Verification, CGPA-based Merit Ranking, Online Interview / Interaction (where required) and Document Verification & Final Selection. Candidates must clear each stage to be eligible for the next, and the final merit list is prepared on the combined performance across all stages. Detailed marking schemes, qualifying cut-offs, and any tie-breaker rules are listed in the official notification linked above.
Eligibility Screening (minimum 75% marks from AICTE/UGC-approved institute)Referral/HOD Letter VerificationCGPA-based Merit RankingOnline Interview / Interaction (where required)Document Verification & Final Selection
Preparation tips
1Revise core subjects in your engineering or science discipline thoroughly before the online interaction round.
2Ensure your academic percentage is clearly documented and your mark sheets are attested before posting.
3Arrange accommodation in Hyderabad in advance since RCI does not provide boarding or lodging.
4Maintain attendance of at least 15 working days per month at the laboratory to qualify for each stipend instalment.
The last date to submit your application by Speed Post or Courier is 20 Jun 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.
A total of 160 internship slots are available, open to both under-graduate (B.Tech final year) and post-graduate (M.Tech/M.Sc final year) students across eligible disciplines.
Selected interns receive a stipend of ₹5,000 per month, totalling ₹30,000 for the full six-month duration. Payment is made in two instalments directly to the intern's bank account.
Applicants must be below 28 years of age. No specific age relaxation is mentioned in the official notification.
No. There is absolutely no application fee for any category of candidate. The entire application process is free of charge.
You must have a minimum of 75% aggregate marks and be a final-year, full-time student at an institute recognised by AICTE or UGC. A referral letter from your Principal or HOD is also mandatory.
The internship is scheduled to begin on 03 Aug 2026 and runs for a minimum of six months. Selected candidates will be notified by email in the second week of July 2026.
The official notification and application form are available on DRDO's official website at drdo.gov.in. Always refer to the official portal for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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