Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha under the Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO) has invited applications for Paid Internship for Graduate and Post Graduate students pursuing Engineering and Science disciplines. The internship duration is 06 months. Interested and eligible students can apply by sending the application via Speed Post to the Director, ITR, Chandipur. The last date for receipt of applications is 25 June 2026.

DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026 – Over View

Organization	Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, DRDO
Internship Type	Paid Internship / Project Work Training
Duration	06 Months
Eligible Courses	Pursuing / Continuing Graduate (B.E./B.Tech) or Post Graduate (M.Sc) in Engineering & Science
Application Mode	Offline (Speed Post only)
Internship Location	Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha
Category	Defence / DRDO Internship
Last Date for Receipt of Application	25 June 2026
Internship Start Date	20 July 2026
Official Website	DRDO / ITR (as applicable)

DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026– Important Dates

Sr. No.	Description	Tentative Date
1	Last date for receipt of application	25 June 2026
2	Information to Students regarding Interaction / Selection	06 July 2026
3	Date of Start for Internship Training	20 July 2026

DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026– Application Fee

Category	Fee
All Candidates	Nil

DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026– Eligibility

Minimum Educational Qualification

Course	Details
Graduate (B.E./B.Tech)	Pursuing / Continuing full-time course in respective discipline from a recognized Indian University/Institute
Post Graduate (M.Sc)	Pursuing / Continuing full-time course in respective discipline from a recognized Indian University/Institute

Note: Both pursuing and continuing students are eligible to apply.

Academic Requirement

• Student should have a good academic track record

DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026– Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Paid Internship	27
Total	27

DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026– Salary Details

• Rs. 5000 Per Month

DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026– How To Apply

1. Prepare the application as per the prescribed format (available in the notification).
2. Get a referral letter / request letter from the Principal/Director of your college/institution (for highly deserving meritorious students only).
3. Prepare a Brief Bio-data (less than 300 words) highlighting achievements.
4. Mention any Awards / Professional Membership (if applicable).
5. Fill in all required details in the application form (Name, DOB, Aadhar No., College details, Discipline, CGPA, etc.).
6. Affix a latest passport size photograph on the application form.
7. Enclose all required documents (referral letter, bio-data, marks sheets, etc.).
8. Send the application by Speed Post to the following address:

The Director
Integrated Test Range (ITR)
Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO)
Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha – 756025

(Kind Attn.: To HRD)

Envelope Superscription: “Application for Paid Internship at ITR, Chandipur”

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DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026– Selection Process

Stage	Details
1	Principal/Director of institution provides request letter for highly deserving meritorious students only
2	Submission of Brief Bio-data (<300 words) highlighting achievements
3	Mention Awards / Professional Membership (if any)
4	Selection on merit OR interaction over VC/Telephone
5	Shortlisted students only will be notified about joining procedures
6	Undertaking forms and indemnity bond to be filled by student and Head of Institution

DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026 – Important Instructions

S.No.	Instruction
1	Incomplete/erroneous applications or those received after the due date will be rejected – no further communication entertained
2	Management reserves the right to change vacancy positions or selection criteria at any point without assigning any reason
3	Interns will have to arrange accommodation, conveyance, food, etc. on their own
4	Completion of internship does not guarantee employment in DRDO
5	No boarding or lodging expenses are admissible
6	Stipend is payable only if student has good academic performance and minimum 15 working days per month physical attendance
7	No payment if student does not complete 03 months of internship
8	Shortlisted students will only be notified about joining procedures
9	Students must adhere to Official Secrets Act, 1923

DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026– Documents Required

• Application Form (duly filled with photograph)
• Referral / Request Letter from Principal/Director of college/institution
• Brief Bio-data (<300 words) highlighting achievements
• Awards / Professional Membership details (if any)
• Copy of CGPA / Marks Sheets (all previous semesters)

Documents Required (At the time of joining – for selected students)

S.No.	Document
a	No Objection Certificate (NOC) from college authorities (original on college letterhead) – mentioning student will be relieved for internship and will be present for minimum 15 working days/month
b	Police verification from local police station
c	Undertaking for adherence to Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923
d	Undertaking to follow IT rules and regulations applicable for Ministry of Defence and its amendments
e	Bank details for transfer of internship amount
f	Medical fitness certificate from authorized medical practitioner (at least MBBS degree)
g	Aadhar card (Original) + College ID card for verification + 03 passport size photographs
h	All previous semesters marks sheets (Original) for verification
i	Indemnity form (as and when required by ITR)
j	Any other documents if communicated at the time of selection/joining

Note: Original documents will be returned immediately after verification.

DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026 – Internship Duration & Stipend

Duration

Duration	Details
Total Period	06 Months (from date of joining)
Joining Date	20 July 2026
Completion Certificate	Issued after successful completion of 06 months

Stipend Payment Terms

Condition	Details
Minimum Attendance	15 working days per month of physical attendance at ITR
Stipend Eligibility	Good academic performance + minimum 15 working days/month attendance
Payment Mode	Two installments directly to student’s bank account
First Installment	Paid after 03 months of training/internship (upon successful completion of first 3 months)
Second Installment	Paid after completion of full 06 months
No Payment	If student does not complete tenure of 03 months

Note: Stipend will be paid directly in the bank account of the student after completion of three months.

Boarding & Lodging

Facility	Details
Boarding/Lodging	Not admissible
Food Facility	Lunch, tea, snacks etc. available at subsidized rate at ITR wet canteen
Accommodation	Interns will have to arrange accommodation, conveyance, food etc. on their own

Certificate & Employment

Particulars	Details
Completion Certificate	Awarded upon successful completion of internship (evaluation of project work + submission of project report + other formalities)
No Certificate	If student leaves in between the program
Employment Guarantee	No obligation to offer employment. Intern cannot claim right to employment on grounds of completing internship

DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026 – Application Format – Required Details

Student Details

• Full Name (Block Letters)
• Date of Birth
• Aadhar No.
• Course (UG: Semester/Year / PG: Semester/Year)
• Discipline & Branch Code
• CGPA (on scale of 10)
• Languages Known
• Permanent Address & Local Address
• Contact No. (Mobile & Alternate)
• Email ID
• Achievements (Awards/Professional Membership)

College Details

• College Name
• AICTE Permanent ID
• DTE Code
• Affiliated to (with Affiliation ID)
• Email ID, Contact No., Fax No.

Faculty Coordinator Details

• Name of Faculty, Designation, Department
• Contact No., Email ID, HOD Email ID

Referral Letter from Principal/Director (must include)

• Student Name, Course, PRN/College ID No., Mobile No., Address, Email ID
• Faculty Coordinator details
• College details
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) statement
• Assurance of minimum 15 working days/month physical presence
• Signature of Principal/Director with Office Seal

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DRDO ITR Chandipur Internship 2026– FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for DRDO ITR Paid Internship 2026?

The last date for receipt of application via Speed Post is 25 June 2026.

Q2. How long is the internship duration?

06 months (from 20 July 2026 to 19 January 2027).

Q3. Who is eligible to apply?

Pursuing/continuing Graduate (B.E./B.Tech) and Post Graduate (M.Sc) students in Engineering and Science disciplines from recognized Indian universities/institutes.

Q4. Is there any stipend?

Yes, a paid internship. Stipend is paid in two installments – first after 03 months, second after completion of 06 months.

Q5. What is the minimum attendance required?

15 working days per month of physical attendance at ITR.

Q6. Will accommodation be provided?

No. Boarding/lodging is not admissible. Interns must arrange accommodation, conveyance, food on their own.

Q7. Will I get a job at DRDO after this internship?

No. Completion of internship does not guarantee employment in DRDO.

Q8. How do I apply?

Send the application by Speed Post to the Director, ITR, Chandipur, Balasore, Odisha – 756025. Envelope should mention “Application for Paid Internship at ITR, Chandipur”.

Q9. Is there any application fee?

No application fee.

Q10. What documents are required at the time of joining?

NOC from college, police verification, undertaking for Official Secrets Act, medical fitness certificate, Aadhar card, college ID, marks sheets, bank details, passport size photographs, etc.

Q11. Will I get a certificate after completion?

Yes, a Completion Certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the internship (evaluation of project work + submission of report + other formalities).

Q12. Who provides the referral letter?

The Principal/Director of the college/institution must provide the request letter for highly deserving meritorious students only.