Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL) Paid Internship Notification 2026 has been released on 29.07.2026 on the official website https://drdo.gov.in. A total of 65 internship vacancies have been announced through the DRDO SSPL Paid Internship 2026.
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 are eligible to apply for these Paid Internship positions. The offline application process for DRDO SSPL Internship 2026 is currently open and will remain available until 30.09.2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and obtain the application form through the direct links provided below in this article.
DRDO SSPL Internship 2026 Notification PDF
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), Ministry of Defence, has officially released Advertisement No. 625/HR/PaidInternship/2026/M/01 dated 29.07.2026 for the engagement of 65 Paid Interns. The notification contains complete details regarding internship disciplines, eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, stipend, duration, selection process, required documents, important instructions, and the offline application procedure. Eligible final-year students are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting their application through their respective institutes.
DRDO SSPL Internship 2026 - Quick Overview
| 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 Vacancies | 65 |
| Duration | 6 Months (minimum 4 weeks, maximum 6 months) |
| Internship Start | December 2026 / January 2027 |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹5,000/- (Fixed), for candidates completing the full 6-month duration |
| 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 |
SSPL Internship 2026 Important Dates
- 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
The notification does not mention separate dates for screening, interview, or result declaration - these details are not available in the official notification.
DRDO SSPL Internship 2026 Vacancy Details
DRDO SSPL has notified a total of 65 vacancies under this paid internship scheme. The notification does not provide a category-wise or discipline-wise vacancy breakup - all 65 seats are open across the eligible streams listed below.
| S. No. | Stream/Discipline | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 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, as stated in the notification.
DRDO SSPL Internship 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- B.E./B.Tech. (ongoing) in a relevant discipline, OR
- M.Sc./M.Tech. (ongoing) in a relevant discipline, OR
- Equivalent qualification
Eligible disciplines: Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Electrical, Material Science, Quantum Technology, Laser Optics, and Semiconductor Device (or closely related fields).
Eligibility Criteria
Only final-year students (i.e., last semester students) currently pursuing the above-mentioned degrees are eligible to apply. Candidates who have already completed/graduated are not covered under this notification.
Age Limit
Not mentioned in the official notification.
DRDO SSPL Internship 2026 Stipend Structure
- Monthly stipend: ₹5,000/- (Fixed), applicable only to candidates who undertake the full 6-month internship.
- Stipend is paid in two equal installments of ₹15,000/- each - the first after completion of 3 months, and the second after completion of 6 months - via electronic transfer.
- A minimum of 15 days' attendance in a month is required for that month to count toward the stipend calculation.
- Interns joining for a shorter duration (less than 6 months, minimum 4 weeks) are not eligible for the stipend.
- Expenses such as lodging, boarding, transport, and medical costs are to be borne by the candidate.
Application Fee
Not mentioned in the official notification. No application fee details have been specified.
DRDO SSPL Internship 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be made through screening and/or interview-based selection, as stated in the notification. No further breakdown of the screening/interview process is provided.
Documents Required for DRDO SSPL Internship 2026
- Duly filled Application Form (format provided in the official notification)
- Character Certificate
- Recommendation Letter / No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the candidate's Institute, on institute letterhead, clearly mentioning the internship start date
- Self-attested photocopies of all relevant educational and identity documents
- Recent passport-size photograph (to be affixed on the application form)
How to Apply for DRDO SSPL Internship 2026?
The application process is offline only - there is no online application portal mentioned in the notification. Follow these steps:
- Download/prepare the application form as per the format given in the official notification.
- Fill in all required details: name, father's/husband's name, date of birth, address, category, educational qualifications, and experience (if any).
- Attach the Character Certificate and the Recommendation Letter/NOC from your institute (on institute letterhead, with the internship start date mentioned).
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents and affix a recent passport-size photograph.
- Send the complete application by post to the address below, on or before 30 September 2026:
Postal Address:
Director, SSPL, Kind Attention: HRD, SSPL,
DRDO, Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi - 110054
Candidates should apply through their respective institutes, in coordination with the concerned DRDO laboratory, as mentioned in the notification.
Important Instructions for DRDO SSPL Internship 2026
- Internship duration ranges from a minimum of 4 weeks to a maximum of 6 months; only those completing the full 6 months are eligible for the stipend.
- Interns may request an extension of their internship period, subject to the overall 6-month limit; such requests will be reviewed by the laboratory based on financial and infrastructure feasibility.
- Interns will be bound by the provisions of the Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923, and DRDO's rules and regulations, and will only be granted access to non-classified areas.
- Interns must not disclose or publish any restricted/confidential DRDO-related information on any platform, including newspapers, periodicals, or social media.
- Any breach of security rules or laboratory regulations may lead to termination of the internship without notice.
- DRDO will not be responsible for any injuries sustained during the internship period.
- Candidates are responsible for the careful handling of any equipment provided and may be liable to compensate for damage.
- No leave, except sick leave (with valid prescription), will be granted; applicable gazetted/closed holidays of the laboratory will apply.
- Completion of the internship does not guarantee employment at DRDO.
Candidates pursuing degrees in Physics, Electronics, or Material Science can also explore more Engineering Government Internships and DRDO Recruitment Notifications across various laboratories. Students looking for similar research-based opportunities can check the latest Delhi Government Jobs and Central Government Internships 2026. Those holding a B.Tech./M.Sc. degree in relevant streams can also browse more Defence Sector Jobs and Research Fellow Positions matching their qualification.