DRDO Internship for Chemistry Students | CFEES Internship 2026
Looking for an exciting internship for chemistry students in India? The DRDO Internship 2026 under CFEES offers an excellent opportunity for final-year Chemistry and Chemical Engineering students to work with the Ministry of Defence. This paid internship program provides hands-on research exposure, a monthly stipend benefits, and valuable experience in defence research technologies. Candidates interested in DRDO Careers can apply for this prestigious internship opportunity before the last date.
About DRDO CFEES
Defence Research and Development Organization, through the Center for Fire, Explosive, and Environment Safety, is a premier defense research laboratory working under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. CFEES develops advanced Fire, Explosive, and Environmental Safety technologies for the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The organization is known for innovation, research excellence, and collaboration with industries, DPSUs, PSUs, and academic institutions across India.
Overview
The DRDO Internship 2026 is announced for Engineering UG final-year students and PG Science students under multiple disciplines, including Chemical Engineering and Chemistry. Selected students will receive a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 for a duration of six months at CFEES Timarpur, Delhi, or SDC Pilkhua, UP. This internship for chemistry students provides practical exposure to defence research, environmental safety technologies, testing, and project development under experienced scientists and engineers.
CFEES invites applications for paid internship from eligible and meritorious students, in the prescribed format, latest by 05th June 2026, for the following disciplines for a tenure of 06 months.
| Branch/Discipline | Number of Vacancies | Monthly Stipend (in Rs.) | Duration of Internship/project work | Eligibility Criteria | Location of Internship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental science/ Engineering | 01 | 5,000/- Per Month | 06 Months | Engineering Students: Pursuing UG (Final Year)
Science Students: Pursuing PG (Final Year) |
CFEES, Timarpur, Delhi / SDC Pilkhua, UP |
| Electronics / Electronic & Communication Engineering / Electronic Telecommunication / Electronic & Instrumentation / Embedded System Engineering. | 03 | ||||
| Mechanical / Automation Engineering | 03 | ||||
| Chemical Engineering / Chemistry | 05 | ||||
| AI&ML / Data Science | 01 | ||||
| Computer Science & Engineering / Information Technology | 02 | ||||
| Total | 15 |
Note: The number of positions mentioned above are indicative and may increase or decrease at the absolute discretion of the establishment.
Duration of Internship
The duration of internship/project work training will be for a period of 06 months. Completion Certificate will be issued to students after completion of 06 months from the date of joining the internship program.
Selection Procedure
- The student should have a good academic track record with ≥80% marks or ≥ 8.0 on a scale of 10 (copy to be enclosed) from AICTE/UGC approved universities. The
- Principal/Director of the institution should provide the request letter to highly deserving meritorious students only.
- Age Limit: Below 28 Years.
- Brief Bio-data <300 Words.
- Shortlisted students will only be notified about the joining procedures and regarding the undertaking forms and indemnity bond to be filled by them and by the head of the institution.
Procedure for Submission of Application
By speed post addressed to the Director, Center for Fire, Explosive & Environment Safety (CFEES), Defence R&D Organization, Brig. S.K. Mazumdar Marg, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054. (Kind Attn.: To HRD Division)
Boarding/Lodging
No boarding or lodging expenses are admissible. However, selected candidates can obtain lunch, tea, and snacks facilities at the subsidized rate at CFEES canteen.
Payment of Stipend
Stipend of internship and retention of internship training for a period of six months is only applicable if a student has good academic performance and completes a minimum of 15 working days per month of physical attendance at CFEES. Payment will be made in two installments. The first installment will be paid after 03 months of training.
Completion of Internship
- Upon successful completion of the Internship training, which includes the evaluation of project work and submission of the project report, and completion of other formalities, a certificate of completion will be awarded to the student.
- CFEES / DRDO shall have no obligation to offer employment to such interns/project students, nor can an intern claim a right to employment on the grounds of completion of this Internship.
- Stipend will be paid into the bank account of the student after completion of three months.
- If the student is unable to complete the internship and leaves in between the program, then a Certificate of Completion will not be issued to such students. No payment will be made if a student does not complete a tenure of 03 months.
Application Process
On top of the envelope, students should clearly mention “Application for Paid Internship,” further mentioning the “Branch Code No……” for ease in segregation of applications.
Important Dates
| 1. Date of Advertisement | 20th May 2026 (This date would change as per the date of advertisement) |
| 2. Last date for Application | 05th June 2026 |
| 3. Information to Selected Students | 15th June 2026 |
| 4. Date of Start for Internship Training | 01st July 2026 |
Other Conditions
- Incomplete/erroneous applications received or received after the due date will be rejected. No further communication in this regard will be entertained.
- Selection will be based entirely on merit basis. No communication will be undertaken for rejected candidates.
- The management reserves the right to change the vacancy positions or selection criteria at any point during the selection process of the aforesaid internship scheme without assigning any reason whatsoever.
Documents Required at the Time of Joining
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from college authorities (in original) on college letterhead, mentioning that the student will be relieved for internship training at CFEES and that the student will be present for a minimum of 15 working days in a month for training.
- Police verification from the local police station. Acknowledgment received from the police station to be submitted at the time of joining (if selected).
- Undertaking for adherence to the Indian Official Secrets Act,1923.
- Undertaking that interns will follow IT rules and regulations applicable to the Ministry of Defence and its amendments thereof.
- Selected students need to provide the bank details for the transfer of the internship amount.
- Medical fitness certificate from authorized medical practitioners holding at least an MBBS degree.
- At the time of joining, the student is required to bring the Aadhar card (in Original) along with the college ID card for verification. They should also submit 03 nos. passport-size photographs at the time of joining.
- All previous semesters’ mark sheets in the original for verification should be brought.
- Original documents will be returned immediately after verification.
- Any other documents, if required, will be communicated to the student at the time of selection/joining.
- An indemnity form will be provided by the college as and when required by CFEES.
The DRDO Careers internship opportunity at CFEES is an excellent opportunity for aspiring chemistry professionals to gain real-world defence research experience. This internship for chemistry students not only offers practical exposure and stipend benefits but also strengthens technical knowledge and professional growth. Students passionate about innovation, research, and national defence technologies should apply early and make the most of this prestigious DRDO Internship 2026 opportunity.
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