Army Invites Applications for 75-Day Defence Technology Internship, Offers Rs 75,000 Stipend

The Indian Army’s Northern Command has invited applications from young innovators, aspiring technologists and creative minds for its 2026–27 internship programme, aimed at promoting innovation and developing technology-driven solutions for defence applications.

According to programme details, the 75-day internship will comprise 15 days of online learning and 60 days of physical internship. It will be conducted at Udhampur, Srinagar and Leh. The last date for submitting applications is November 5, while the programme is scheduled to commence on December 1, officials said.

The initiative will provide participants with hands-on experience, enabling them to develop practical solutions for defence-related challenges and contribute to technological innovation. It also aims to strengthen the Army’s operational readiness and technological capabilities.

The programme covers several emerging and specialised fields, including cybersecurity and ethical hacking, artificial intelligence and machine learning, quantum computing and cryptography, drone and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technologies, robotics and autonomous systems, and space and satellite technologies. Other areas include advanced weapon systems and defence electronics, 5G/6G communication technologies, Mandarin interpretation and utilisation, financial technologies (FinTech), and mass communication and media.

Participants will receive a stipend of Rs 30,000 per month, amounting to Rs 75,000 for the entire internship, according to the programme material. Northern Command has encouraged aspiring professionals to use the opportunity to translate their ideas into practical solutions supporting national defence.

Interested candidates must submit their applications by the prescribed deadline to be considered for the internship, officials said.