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DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2026

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Defence Research and Development Organisation through CEPTAM has released the CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025 notification for 764 posts of Senior Technical Assistant B and Technician A. Candidates with a diploma or BSc are eligible for STA-B, while ITI holders can apply for Technician-A. The age limit is 18 to 28 years for Technician and up to 30 years for STA-B. Online applications are open from 11 December 2025 to 11 January 2026 at drdo.gov.in.

Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) 

CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025-26 for 764 Senior Technical Assistant 'B' & Technician 'A' Posts 

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Important Dates

  • Application Begin : 11/12/2025
  • Last Date for Apply Online: 11/01/2026 upto 11:59 PM
  • Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 11/01/2026
  • CBT Exam Date : To be announced
  • Admit Card Available : To be announced
  • Result Announced : To be announced

Application Fee

  • For Gen / OBC / EWS / MSP : ₹ 750/- (For STA Post)
  • For Gen / OBC / EWS / MSP : ₹ 600/- (For Tech. A Post)
  • For SC / ST / PH / ESM / All Female : ₹ 500/- (For Both Posts)
  • Fees Refund (After Tier-I Exam) 
  • For General / OBC / EWS / MSP : ₹ 500/-
  • For SC / ST / PH / All Female : ₹ 500/-
  • Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking Only.

Age Limit & Selection Process

  • Age Limit: Minimum 18 years and Maximum 28 years (as on 11/01/2026). Age relaxation applicable as per Govt. rules.
  • Selection Process: Tier-I (CBT Screening - 150 Qs, 150 Marks), Tier-II (Trade/Skill Test - Qualifying Nature)

Vacancy Details - Total 764

Post NameTotalEligibility/Details
Senior Technical Assistant 'B' (STA 'B') 561
  • B.Sc. in relevant subject OR Diploma in Engineering/Technology in relevant discipline from recognized institute
  • Disciplines: Mechanical, Electronics, Computer Science, etc.
  • Age: 18-28 years
Technician 'A' (Tech 'A') 203
  • Xth Class pass + NAC granted by NCVT in relevant ITI trade
  • Trades: Fitter, Turner, Welder, Electrician, Electronics Mechanic, etc.
  • Age: 18-28 years

Salary & Pay Scale Details

  • STA 'B': Level 6 - ₹35,400 - 1,12,400/- (7th Pay Commission)
  • Tech 'A': Level 2 - ₹19,900 - 63,200/- (7th Pay Commission)
  • Additional Benefits: Employees receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, medical facilities, pension under NPS, and group insurance as per Central Government rules.
  • Job Security: DRDO Employee Benefits with Promotion Opportunities
  • Career Growth: Regular promotions based on performance and departmental examinations

Exam Pattern & Competition Analysis

  • Exam Type: Online CBT (Objective Type)
  • Total Questions: 150 Questions for 150 Marks
  • Duration: 120 Minutes
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for wrong answer

Tier-II

  • Personalty Test: 20 Minutes
  • Post Code Subject: 120 Questions for 120 Numbers
  • Duration: 90 Minutes
  • Trade Test
  • Competition Ratio: Approximately 1:100 (High competition)
  • Preparation Time: 3-6 months recommended for comprehensive preparation

Exam Centers

  • Major Cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Lucknow, etc. (All India)
  • Center Allocation: Based on candidate's choice and availability during application
  • Exact centers to be announced with admit card

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