High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL), operating under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India (DRDO), invites meritorious students to apply for a six-month paid internship programme. The internship provides hands-on research exposure in high-energy materials, including propellants, explosives, combustion systems, polymers, and detonation studies.
Overview of HEMRL Internship Programme 2025
- Organisation: High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL), DRDO
- Internship Type: Paid Internship
- Duration: 6 Months
- Internship Location: Sutarwadi, Pune – 411021, Maharashtra
- Monthly Stipend: ₹5,000
- Application Mode: Offline (by speed post)
Internship Fields & Vacancies
| Branch Code | Discipline | No. of Positions |
|---|---|---|
| AE | Aerospace Engineering | 02 |
| CE | Chemical Engineering | 10 |
| ME | Mechanical Engineering | 10 |
| CHEM | Chemistry | 10 |
| PH | Physics | 02 |
| EE | Electrical Engineering | 02 |
| ECE | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 02 |
| CS | Computer Engineering | 02 |
| Total | 40 |
Note: Vacancies are indicative and subject to change at the discretion of HEMRL.
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualification
- Undergraduate Students: Must be in the 7th or 8th semester of a full-time engineering course.
- Postgraduate Students: Must be in the 1st or 2nd year of a full-time M.Tech course.
- Institute must be AICTE/UGC recognized.
- A minimum CGPA of 8.5 (or 85% marks) is mandatory across all semesters.
Age Limit
- Applicant should be below 28 years of age as of the application closing date.
Other Requirements
- A brief biodata (max 300 words) must highlight academic achievements.
- Any professional memberships or awards should be clearly mentioned.
- A referral letter on college letterhead signed by the Principal/Director is compulsory.
- Internship availability must be for 6 full months, with minimum 15 working days attendance per month at HEMRL.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 27th June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07th July 2025 |
| Notification to Selected Candidates | 25th July 2025 |
| Internship Start Date | 01st August 2025 |
Stipend & Certification
- Stipend: ₹5,000/month paid in two installments.
- First installment is paid after 3 months of satisfactory performance.
- Interns must maintain minimum 15 working days/month physical attendance.
- Completion certificate is awarded only after fulfilling:
- 6-month duration
- Project work evaluation
- Report submission
- No certificate or stipend if the student leaves before completing 3 months.
How to Apply
Download and Fill the Application Form (Page 4,5,6)
https://drdo.gov.in/drdo/sites/default/files/career-vacancy-documents/advtHemrl26262025.pdf
Step 1: Prepare the Required Documents
- Duly filled application form (format given below)
- Referral letter from Principal/Director
- Mark sheets of all completed semesters
- Aadhar card copy
- Bio-data (Max 300 words)
- Passport-size photograph (3 copies)
Step 2: Send Your Application via Speed Post
Address:
To,
The Director,
High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL)
DRDO, Ministry of Defence
Sutarwadi, Pune – 411021, Maharashtra
(Kind Attn: HRD Division)
Important: On the envelope, mention clearly:
“Application for Paid Internship – Branch Code: “
Required Documents at the Time of Joining
Selected candidates must bring originals and submit copies of:
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from college on letterhead.
- Police verification acknowledgment.
- Medical fitness certificate from MBBS-qualified doctor.
- Aadhar card (Original) and College ID.
- Bank account details for stipend transfer.
- All previous semester mark sheets (originals for verification).
- Passport-size photos (3 copies).
- Indemnity form (to be provided by college as needed).
- Undertakings for:
- Compliance with Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923
- Following Ministry of Defence IT rules and amendments
How to Fill the Application Form
Here’s the essential format to follow:
1. Name of the Applicant:
2. Date of Birth:
3. Aadhar No:
4. Name, Address & Contact No of the College:
5. Discipline:
6. Branch Code:
7. Degree: UG (7th/8th Sem) or PG (1st/2nd Year):
8. CGPA (on scale of 10): (Attach proof)
9. Achievements (Awards/Memberships):
10. Languages Known:
11. Referral letter from Principal/Director: (Yes/No)
12. Permanent Address:
13. Local Address:
14. Contact No / Alternate No:
15. Email ID:
16. Checklist (Tick appropriately):
- Referral Letter
- UG/PG Marksheet with CGPA
- Aadhar Card Copy
17. Signature of Applicant
Paste a passport-size photograph in the provided space and sign the form.
Key Instructions
- No lodging/boarding provided. Canteen food is available at subsidized rates.
- Late or incomplete applications will be summarily rejected.
- The internship does not guarantee any employment at HEMRL or DRDO.
- The management reserves the right to alter the selection process without prior notice.
