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Def-Space Summer Internship 2026
Build cutting-edge solutions in drone technology, satellite systems, rocketry, and AI while contributing to India's space vision
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Build cutting-edge solutions in drone technology, satellite systems, rocketry, and AI while contributing to India's space vision
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Internship seats
350+
Lateral entry seats
20+
Mentors
45 Days
Duration
The Government of India, under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi, has initiated groundbreaking reforms in the space sector. These initiatives are designed to enhance and promote defence & space education, research, and developmentacross the nation.
A key highlight is the celebration of National Space Day on August 23, which underscores India's commitment to fostering innovation and scientific excellence in space exploration. In alignment with the Viksit Bharat Abhiyan@2047 , this programme empowers the next generation of innovators, engineers, and scientists to drive India's defence and space technology ecosystem forward.
The Bharat Space Education Research Centre is pleased to announce the Def-Space Summer Internship 2026, a flagship 45-day intensive online initiative under the Def-Space Education and Innovation programme. across the nation.
This programme is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from universities and colleges, both Government and Private, across all recognised institutions.
This structured summer internship delivers high-quality, hands-on education in Space Science, Defence Technology, and Emerging Technologies to all candidates. It cultivates innovation, technical proficiency, and career awareness among young learners, advancing India's Viksit Bharat @2047 vision and the Atmanirbhar Bharat commitment to technological self-reliance.
Selection: Merit-based through the Bharat Def-Space Summer Internship Examination 2026
Who Can Apply: Students from Class VI to XII, B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD, and working professionals with interest in defence technology and space science
Assessment: Technical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and genuine passion for innovation and defence/space sectors
Academic Background: All streams welcome - Science, Engineering, Mathematics, and Technology enthusiasts
Examination Date
7th June 2026
Result Declaration
14th June 2026
Internship Offer Letter
17th June 2026
Meritorious candidates are required to pay only the examination fee; the training cost for selected candidates will be fully borne by Bharat Space Education Research Centre under the Bharat Def-Space Innovation Corridor for Viksit Bharat Abhiyan @2047.
1,150
Merit Seats
45 Days
Duration
Online
Format
6 weeks (42 days)
19 June - 30 July 2026
live training & recorded sessions
Fridays-Sundays, 2-3 hrs/day
Dedicated techonology
Monday-Thursday
* Non-Indian participants are exempted from the examination fee
Master cutting-edge technologies across six specialized tracks
Design & Launch Systems, Propulsion Engineering, Payload Development
Tactical Applications, Surveillance Systems, Flight Control
Next-Gen Drones, Urban Air Mobility, Fleet Management
Aerodynamics, CFD Simulation, Structural Analysis
Automation, Autonomous Systems, Sensor Integration
ML Fundamentals, Neural Networks, Real-world Applications
Dedicated modules on career prospects in Defence & Space Science, Computing, and Advanced Technologies, covering:
Key Programme Highlights