The Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL) under DRDO has announced the DRDO NSTL Internship 2025, a paid internship opportunity for final-year B.E./B.Tech and M.Sc. students. This internship will take place at NSTL’s headquarters in Visakhapatnam, where selected candidates will work on advanced underwater technologies for the Indian Navy.
This opportunity is ideal for students looking to gain real-world research and defense sector experience. The internship will last for 6 months, starting from 1 August 2025, and will offer a monthly stipend of ₹5,000.
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About DRDO NSTL
NSTL, a key DRDO lab, is responsible for developing underwater weapon systems and defence technologies for the Indian Navy. It plays a crucial role in strategic defence projects and cutting-edge innovations in naval science. DRDO internships such as this one are among the most prestigious in India, offering valuable exposure to defence R&D
DRDO NSTL Internship 2025 – Overview
- Internship Duration: 6 Months
- Start Date: 01 August 2025
- Location: NSTL, Vigyan Nagar, Visakhapatnam – 530027
- Stipend: ₹5,000 per month
- Application Deadline: 20 July 2025, 5:00 PM
- Mode: On-site
Number of Vacancies by Discipline
| Branch Code | Discipline | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| CE | Chemical Engineering | 03 |
| ME | Mechanical Engineering | 05 |
| EE | Electrical Engineering | 04 |
| ECE | Electronics & Communication Engg. | 06 |
| E&I | Electronics & Instrumentation | 02 |
| NA | Naval Architecture | 03 |
| CS | Computer Science / IT | 08 |
| PH | M.Sc. Physics | 02 |
| CH | M.Sc. Chemistry | 02 |
| Total | 35 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification:
- Final-year B.E./B.Tech students
- Second-year (3rd or 4th semester) M.Sc students
- Marks Requirement:
- Minimum 7.5 CGPA for engineering students
- Minimum 75% marks for M.Sc students
- Institute Type: Students must be enrolled in a full-time course from an AICTE/UGC approved college/university
- Age Limit: Not more than 25 years as on 20 July 2025
Selection Process
- Selection will be purely merit-based
- Shortlisted candidates may be called for an online or offline interview
- Selected candidates will be informed via email
Internship Stipend & Certificate
- Stipend: ₹5,000 per month (paid in two installments – after 3 months and after 6 months)
- Certificate: A certificate will be issued only after successful completion of 6 months of internship, along with project evaluation and report submission
- Students who leave the internship midway will not receive any stipend or certificate
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Application Process
- Fill the application form as per the prescribed format in the official notification
- Prepare a college reference/request letter for internship
- Email your application along with all necessary documents to: hrd-nstl@gov.in
- Use email subject line: “Application for paid internship with branch code [your discipline]”
- Last Date to Apply: 20 July 2025, 5:00 PM
- No hard copy submissions allowed
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Required Documents (to be submitted via email)
- Filled application form (PDF)
- Marksheet of previous semester/year
- Copy of Aadhar card
- Reference letter from college
- Brief bio-data (within 300 words)
- Additional documents mentioned in official notice
Documents Required at the Time of Joining
- All original academic mark sheets
- Reference letter and fide certificate
- Police verification certificate
- Undertakings as per the Indian Official Secrets Act and IT rules
- Passport-size photos and ID proofs
- Bank account details
Important Dates For DRDO NSTL Internship 2025
- Application Deadline: 20 July 2025
- List of Selected Candidates: Last week of July 2025
- Internship Start Date: 01 August 2025
Official Notification & Application Link
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Final Thoughts
The DRDO NSTL Internship 2025 is a competitive and valuable internship program for engineering and science students aiming to work on real-time defence technologies. Interested students are encouraged to apply early and ensure their application is complete in every detail to avoid rejection.
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