Short Information: The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced CEPTAM-11 recruitment for 561 vacancies in Senior Technical Assistant-B (Group B) and 203 vacancies in Technician-A (Group C) posts under the DRDO Technical Cadre (DRTC). These roles offer exciting opportunities in defence R&D across various disciplines like engineering, sciences, and trades. Eligible candidates with B.Sc./Diploma/ITI qualifications can apply online from December 11, 2025, to January 1, 2026. Selection involves Tier-I & II CBTs, with pay scales starting at ₹35,400 for STA-B and ₹19,900 for Tech-A, plus allowances. Stay updated with Sarkari Sewa Sarkari Result for exam dates and results.
Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2026
Advt No. : CEPTAM-11
Important Dates
Opening Date for Online Application: 11.12.2025
Closing Date for Submission of Online Application: 01.01.2026 (23:55 Hours)
Last Date of Application Fee Payment: 03.01.2026 (23:55 Hours)
Note: Refundable fee returned only to Tier-I appearers; all charges borne by candidate
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2026Age Limit as on 01.01.2026
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 28 years
Age Relaxation: OBC-NCL: +3 years; SC/ST: +5 years; PwBD (UR): +10 years; PwBD (OBC-NCL): +13 years; PwBD (SC/ST): +15 years; Departmental Candidates (Central Govt., 3+ years service, STA-B): +5 years; Departmental Candidates (Central Govt., 3+ years service, Tech-A): Up to 40 years; Departmental Candidates (SC/ST, Tech-A): Up to 45 years; Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Period of service +3 years; Disabled Defence Personnel: +3 years (SC/ST: +8 years); Widows/Divorced Women (not remarried, Tech-A only): Up to 35 years (SC/ST: Up to 40 years); Meritorious Sportspersons (MSP, Tech-A only): +5 years (SC/ST: +10 years)
Note: DOB from 10th certificate; relaxations apply to reserved vacancies only.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2026Eligibility Detail
Post Name
Total
Eligibility
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)
561
B.Sc. or Diploma (AICTE-recognized) in relevant discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Computer Science, Mechanical Engg.); no higher quals like M.Sc./B.Tech./PhD
Technician-A (Tech-A)
203
10th Pass + ITI Certificate in relevant trade (e.g., Carpenter, Electrician, Electronics); Diploma/B.Sc. holders eligible if meeting EQR
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2026Vacancy Details
Post Name
UR (General)
EWS
OBC
SC
ST
Other (MSP/ESM/PwBD)
Total
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)
249
50
136
83
43
PwBD: 21
561
Technician-A (Tech-A)
103
18
44
25
13
MSP: 6, ESM: 16, PwBD: 10
203
Grand Total
352
68
180
108
56
37
764
Note: Detailed breakdown by discipline/post code available in notification; all-India posting liability; vacancies may vary.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2026Physical Standard
Parameter
Requirement
General Medical Fitness
Good mental & physical health; no deformity affecting duties; medical exam pre-appointment
No colour blindness; no night blindness (as per medical authority)
PwBD Provisions
As per Govt. rules; scribe & 20 min/hr extra time for writing-limited candidates
Note
No height/chest/running standards (technical posts); unfit per Medical Board = rejection
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2026Selection Process
Tier-I (Screening CBT, Common for Both Posts): 150 questions (General Science: 40Q, English: 30Q, Quantitative Aptitude: 40Q, Reasoning: 40Q); 150 marks, 120 mins; negative marking 0.25; min qualifying: 40% UR/OBC/EWS, 35% SC/ST/PwBD.
Shortlisting for Tier-II: STA-B (1:10 ratio), Tech-A (1:15 ratio) based on Tier-I merit.
Tier-II (Provisional Selection CBT): Part I: Personality Test (20 mins, qualifying only). Part II: Subject-specific (120Q, 120 marks; STA-B: 120 mins, Tech-A: 90 mins); same qualifying criteria.
For Tech-A Only: Trade Test (Practical, ITI-level, qualifying; 50% UR/OBC/EWS, 45% SC/ST/PwBD); exemption for recent DRDO apprentices.
Document Verification: Originals checked post-shortlisting; merit-based nomination to labs.
Final Merit: Based on Tier-II (STA-B) or Trade Test (Tech-A); ties resolved by age/alphabetical order.
Note: Provisional; answer keys on website; exams in English/Hindi; mode may change.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2026Syllabus
Tier/Section
Topics
Tier-I (Common) – General Science
Physics, Chemistry, Biology (up to 10th/ITI level)
As per post discipline (e.g., Mechanical Engg.: Thermodynamics, Mechanics; Electronics: Circuits, Digital Electronics); detailed on DRDO website
Trade Test (Tech-A)
Practical skills per ITI trade syllabus (DGT norms)
Note
Full syllabus on https://www.drdo.gov.in; time-bound sections
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2026Benefits
Candidates selected under DRDO CEPTAM-11 will enjoy central government perks, including stable career growth in defence R&D. Key benefits include NPS/UPS pension, medical facilities, and promotional avenues under LFCS.
Disclaimer: Information provided by Sarkari Sewa Sarkari Result is based on the official DRDO CEPTAM-11 notification and is for guidance only. Candidates must verify details from the official website. We are not responsible for any errors or changes in recruitment process. Apply at your own risk; read full notification before applying. For queries, contact DRDO helpdesk.
