Introduction
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) – Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL) has announced 65 paid internship positions for the year 2026. Final‑year students from physics, chemistry, electronics, electrical, material science, quantum technology, laser optics and semiconductor device streams can apply for a six‑month research stint at the SSPL laboratory in Delhi.
Highlights
| Organisation | Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), DRDO, Ministry of Defence |
| Post Name | Paid Internship |
| Total Vacancies | 65 |
| Application Mode | Offline (by Post, through the candidate’s institute) |
| Start Date | December 2026 / January 2027 |
| Last Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Official Website | drdo.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
The internship is offered by the Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), a DRDO laboratory located at Lucknow Road, Timarpur, Delhi – 110054. The role is a Paid Internship with a fixed monthly stipend for candidates who complete the full six‑month tenure.
Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Stream/Discipline | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Physics / Chemistry / Electronics / Electrical / Material Science / Quantum Technology / Laser Optics / Semiconductor Device | 65 |
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 Conditions
- Only final‑year students (last semester) currently pursuing the above degrees are eligible.
- Candidates who have already graduated are not eligible.
Age Limit
Not mentioned in the official notification.
Pay Scale & Salary
- Monthly stipend: ₹5,000/- (fixed) for candidates completing the full six‑month internship.
- Stipend is paid in two equal installments of ₹15,000/- each (after 3 months and after 6 months) via electronic transfer.
- Minimum attendance of 15 days in a month is required for that month’s stipend.
- Interns joining for less than six months (minimum 4 weeks) are not eligible for the stipend.
- All other expenses (lodging, boarding, transport, medical) are borne by the candidate.
Application Fee
No application fee has been mentioned in the notification.
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 (minimum 4 weeks, maximum 6 months) |
Selection Process
- Screening of applications based on eligibility and documentary requirements.
- Interview (if applicable) as per the laboratory’s discretion.
- Final selection and issuance of internship offer letters.
How to Apply
- Download the application form from the official notification PDF.
- Fill in all required details: name, father’s/husband’s name, date of birth, address, category, educational qualifications, and any experience.
- Attach a recent passport‑size photograph, character certificate, and a Recommendation Letter / NOC from your institute (on institute letterhead mentioning the internship start date).
- Attach self‑attested photocopies of all relevant educational and identity documents.
- 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
Applications must be routed through the candidate’s institute in coordination with the concerned DRDO laboratory.
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | drdo.gov.in |
FAQs
- What is the last date to apply for the DRDO SSPL Paid Internship 2026?
The last date to submit the application by post is 30 September 2026. - How many vacancies are there in the DRDO SSPL Internship 2026?
There are a total of 65 paid internship vacancies.