DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 764 STA-B & Technician-A Posts
Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) CEPTAM 11 Notification, Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Application Process
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 - Summary
| Organization | Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | STA-B (Group B) & Technician-A (Group C) |
| Advertisement No. | CEPTAM-11 |
| Total Vacancies | 764 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | drdo.gov.in |
Important Dates
Post-wise Details & Eligibility
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)
Vacancies: 561 Posts
Qualification: B.Sc OR Diploma in Engineering/Technology
Salary: ₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400 (Level 6)
Technician-A (Tech-A)
Vacancies: 203 Posts
Qualification: 10th Pass + ITI Certificate
Salary: ₹19,900 - ₹63,200 (Level 2)
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- Age Relaxation: As per Government of India rules:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
Application Fee & Refund Rules
| Post Name | General / OBC / EWS | SC / ST / PH / Women | Fee Refund Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| STA-B | ₹ 750/- | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 500 Refunded after CBT appearance |
| Technician-A | ₹ 600/- | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 500 Refunded after CBT appearance |
Payment Method: Fees can be paid via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI through the online portal.
Detailed Vacancy Distribution
| Post Code | Discipline / Trade | STA-B (Posts) | Tech-A (Posts) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0105/0204 | Computer Science / COPA | 160 | 52 |
| 0114/0208 | Mechanical / Fitter | 127 | 25 |
| 0108/0207 | Electronics / Electronics Mechanic | 111 | 31 |
| 0107/0206 | Electrical | 47 | 30 |
| 0103 | Chemistry | 22 | - |
| 0116 | Physics | 18 | - |
| 0102 | Chemical Engineering | 15 | - |
| 0115 | Metallurgical Engineering | 12 | - |
| 0104 | Civil Engineering | 11 | - |
| Total Vacancies | 561 | 203 | |
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
For STA-B (Two-Tier Selection)
- Tier-I (Screening): CBT-based test common to all disciplines.
- Subjects: Quant, Reasoning, GA, English, General Science
- Questions/Marks: 120 Questions | 120 Marks | 90 Minutes
- Tier-II (Provisional Selection): Subject-specific CBT.
- Marks: 100 Marks | 90 Minutes
For Technician-A (Tier-I + Skill Test)
- Tier-I (Selection): Combined CBT.
- Section A: Non-Tech (40 Questions)
- Section B: Trade-specific (80 Questions)
- Total: 120 Questions | 90 Minutes
- Tier-II (Trade Test): Qualifying in nature; testing practical skills of the trade
How to Apply for DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official portal link provided below at rojgarjobalerts.com
- Step 1 (Registration): Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number
- Step 2 (Form Filling): Enter personal details, educational qualifications, and preferred exam cities
- Step 3 (Document Upload): Upload a scanned Live Photograph, Signature, and Essential Qualification certificates
- Step 4 (Fee Payment): Pay the applicable fee through the online gateway
- Step 5 (Submission): Preview the application carefully and submit. Take a printout for your records
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
No, as per the official notification, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers in the Tier-I or Tier-II exams.
The last date to submit the online application form is 11 January 2026.
No, you must possess the essential qualification (Degree/Diploma/ITI) as on the crucial date of eligibility (01 January 2026).
A partial refund of ₹500 is provided for specific categories after they appear for the Tier-I CBT exam.
The starting basic pay is ₹35,400 (Level 6). Including allowances, the gross salary ranges from ₹55,000 to ₹65,000 depending on the city of posting.
There are 160 vacancies for STA-B (CS) and 52 vacancies for Technician-A (COPA).