DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025 Apply Online for 764 Posts | STA-B & Technician-A
📅 Post: 11/12/2025
Short Information: Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), Center for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM) has released the detailed advertisement (CEPTAM-11) for the recruitment of Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A). A total of 764 vacancies are available. Candidates can apply online from 11th December 2025.
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Important Dates
- Notification Released11/12/2025
- Short Notification Released02/12/2025
- Application Begin11/12/2025
- Last Date for Apply01/01/2026 (23:55 Hours)
- Last Date for Fee Payment03/01/2026 (23:55 Hours)
- Correction Window04/01/2026 to 06/01/2026
- Tier-I Exam DateTo be notified later
Application Fee
- STA-B: Gen / OBC / EWS₹750/- (₹250 App Fee + ₹500 Refundable)
- Tech-A: Gen / OBC / EWS₹600/- (₹100 App Fee + ₹500 Refundable)
- All Women / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM₹500/- (Full Refundable)
- Payment ModeOnline (Debit/Credit/UPI)
- Refund NoteThe refundable amount (₹500) will be returned ONLY if the candidate appears in the Tier-I Exam.
Pay via: Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI
Vacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: 18-28 Years (As on 01/01/2026). Age Relaxation: OBC 3 Yrs, SC/ST 5 Yrs.
| Post Name | Total | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) | 561 | Bachelor's Degree in Science (B.Sc) OR 3-Year Diploma in Engineering/Technology (Automobile, Chemical, Civil, CS, Electrical, E&C, Mech, etc.). |
| Technician-A (Tech-A) | 203 | 10th Class Pass AND ITI Certificate in relevant trade (Book Binder, Carpenter, COPA, Electrician, Electronics, Fitter, Machinist, Welder, etc.). |
| Total | 764 |
Category Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) | 249 | 50 | 136 | 83 | 43 | 561 |
| Technician-A (Tech-A) | 103 | 18 | 44 | 25 | 13 | 203 |
| Total | 352 | 68 | 180 | 108 | 56 | 764 |
Pay Scale / Salary
| Post Name | Level |
|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) | Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) + Allowances |
| Technician-A (Tech-A) | Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) + Allowances |
Selection Process
- Tier-I: Computer Based Test (CBT) - Screening
- Tier-II: Subject Specific Test (For STA-B Selection)
- Trade Test: Practical Skill Test (Qualifying for Tech-A)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
- Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
- Language: Hindi and English
- Qualifying Marks: 40% for UR/OBC/EWS and 35% for SC/ST
Tier-I
| Subject | Qs | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Ability & General Intelligence | Combined | - |
| General Awareness & English Language | Combined | - |
| General Science | Combined | - |
| Total (Tier-I Common for All) | 120 | 120 |
Tier-II
| Subject | Qs | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Specific to Subject/Post Code (Tier-II) | 100 | 100 |
How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official DRDO website (link below) and click on 'CEPTAM-11 Advertisement'.
- Step 2: Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Step 3: Log in and fill out the personal details and educational qualifications.
- Step 4: Upload scanned Photo, Signature, 10th Certificate (for DOB), and Qualification Certificates.
- Step 5: Pay the application fee online (keep the transaction details).
- Step 6: Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Full Notification | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Short Notice | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Disclaimer: Please verify all details from the official website before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.1 What is the start date for DRDO CEPTAM 11 Application? ▼
Ans: Online applications start from 11th December 2025.
Q.2 Is the application fee refundable? ▼
Ans: Yes, ₹500 is refundable for all categories, BUT only if you appear for the Tier-I exam.
Q.3 What is the age limit? ▼
Ans: Candidate must be between 18 to 28 years as on 01/01/2026.
Q.4 Is there negative marking? ▼
Ans: Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.