DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025, Apply Online Closed for 764 Posts
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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted one of its most awaited recruitment drives under DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025. The official notification announced 764 vacancies for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A) posts.
The online application process has now been closed, as the last date to apply was extended till 11th January 2026. Candidates who successfully submitted their applications before the deadline will be eligible for the next stages of the selection process.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Last Date Extended Notice
The Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM), DRDO had released Corrigendum-1 for CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025, revising key application dates. As per the updated schedule, the online application process has now been closed, with the final submission deadline ending on 11th January 2026 (11:55 PM).
The application fee payment window closed on 13th January 2026, and the correction facility was available from 14th to 16th January 2026. The crucial date of eligibility and the original application start date remained unchanged. Candidates who completed all formalities within the stipulated timeline will be considered for the subsequent stages of the recruitment process.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 Overview
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 is providing a stable, technical career with long-term prospects. Have a glance at the recruitment drive in the table below.
| DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 Overview | |
| Particular | Details |
| Organisation | Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Recruitment Body | CEPTAM |
| Advertisement | CEPTAM 11 |
| Posts | STA-B, Technician-A |
| Total Vacancies | 764 |
| Apply Online | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 Jan 2026 |
| Official Website | www.drdo.gov.in |
DRDO CEPTAM 11 2025 Notification Out
The detailed DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 Notification has been officially released, along with application forms, at www.drdo.gov.in, and the direct link can be accessed below.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Notification 2025 PDF
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Vacancy 2025
Whether you are a diploma holder, B.Sc. graduate, or ITI-trained candidate, CEPTAM 11 opens the door to stable government employment with growth-oriented roles across India’s premier defence labs.
A total of 764 posts are available:
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561 vacancies for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)
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203 vacancies for Technician-A (Tech-A)
| Posts | Vacancy | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) | 561 | 249 | 83 | 43 | 136 | 50 |
| Technician-A (Tech-A) | 203 | 103 | 25 | 13 | 44 | 18 |
| Total | 764 | 352 | 108 | 56 | 180 | 68 |
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Senior Technical Assistant-B Vacancy 2025
| Subject/Disciplines | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
| Automobile Engineering | 03 | — | 01 | — | 01 | 01 |
| Chemical Engineering | 15 | 06 | 03 | 01 | 04 | 01 |
| Chemistry | 22 | 11 | 03 | — | 05 | 03 |
| Civil Engineering | 11 | 07 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 01 |
| Computer Science & Engineering | 160 | 75 | 23 | 09 | 39 | 14 |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 11 | 04 | 01 | 03 | 03 | — |
| Electrical Engineering | 47 | 23 | 06 | 02 | 10 | 06 |
| Electronics Engineering or Electronics & Communication Engineering or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | 111 | 40 | 24 | 11 | 30 | 06 |
| Geology | 01 | — | — | — | — | 01 |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 06 | 05 | — | — | 01 | — |
| Instrumentation & Electronics Engineering | 02 | — | 01 | — | 01 | — |
| Library Science | 05 | 04 | — | 01 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 06 | 04 | 01 | — | 01 | — |
| Mechanical Engineering | 127 | 52 | 14 | 10 | 37 | 14 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 12 | 07 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 01 |
| Physics | 18 | 08 | 03 | 04 | 02 | 01 |
| Psychology | 04 | 03 | — | — | — | 01 |
| Total | 561 | 249 | 83 | 43 | 136 | 50 |
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Technician A Vacancy 2025
| Subject/Disciplines | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
| Book Binder | 03 | 02 | — | — | 01 | — |
| Carpenter | 04 | 02 | — | 01 | — | 01 |
| CNC Operator | 03 | 01 | — | — | 01 | 01 |
| COPA | 52 | 24 | 07 | 01 | 15 | 05 |
| Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 06 | 03 | — | — | 02 | 01 |
| Electrician | 30 | 15 | 06 | 03 | 04 | 02 |
| Electronics | 31 | 16 | 04 | 03 | 05 | 03 |
| Fitter | 25 | 11 | 04 | 01 | 07 | 02 |
| Machinist | 12 | 08 | — | 01 | 03 | — |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | 07 | 05 | 01 | — | 01 | — |
| Optical Worker | 02 | — | 01 | — | 01 | — |
| Photographer | 05 | 04 | 01 | — | — | — |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 03 | 02 | — | 01 | — | — |
| Surveyor | 01 | 01 | — | — | — | — |
| Turner | 08 | 04 | — | 01 | 02 | 01 |
| Welder | 11 | 05 | 01 | 01 | 02 | 02 |
| Total | 203 | 103 | 25 | 13 | 44 | 18 |
Check: DRDO CEPTAM 11 Eligibility Criteria
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Eligibility Criteria 2025
Eligibility varies by post, so candidates must verify their educational qualifications before applying.
For Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)
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B.Sc. Degree (in subjects like Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology, Geology)
OR -
Diploma in Engineering/Technology (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Civil, Electronics, Metallurgy, etc.)
For Technician-A (Tech-A)
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10th Pass
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ITI Certificate in the relevant trade (Fitter, Electrician, Electronics, COPA, Welder, Turner, Draughtsman, etc.)
For post-wise eligibility criteria details, please refer to the detailed notification PDF.
Age Limit (as on 01 Jan 2026)
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Minimum: 18 years
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Maximum: 28 years
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Relaxations apply for OBC, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Women, and departmental candidates.
Check: DRDO CEPTAM 11 Syllabus
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Application Form 2025 Link
The DRDO CEPTAM 11 Application Form 2025 process has now been closed. The online application window, which was earlier extended, ended on 11th January 2026. Candidates who wished to appear for the DRDO CEPTAM 11 Exam 2025 were required to complete and submit their applications within the stipulated timeline. Only registered applicants will be eligible to participate in the upcoming selection stages.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Application Form 2025 Link (Inactive)
Application Fee
| Post | Category | Fee Structure |
| STA-B | UR/OBC/EWS/MSP | ₹250 + ₹500 refundable = ₹750 |
| STA-B | Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM | ₹0 + ₹500 refundable = ₹500 |
| Tech-A | UR/OBC/EWS/MSP | ₹100 + ₹500 refundable = ₹600 |
| Tech-A | Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM | ₹0 + ₹500 refundable = ₹500 |
Note: ₹500 is refunded only if the candidate appears in Tier-I.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection process for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A) is provided below.
For STA-B
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Tier I: CBT (Screening Test)
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Tier II: CBT (Final Selection Test)
For Technician-A
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Tier I: CBT
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Trade/Skill Test
Check: DRDO CEPTAM 11 Salary
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Exam Pattern 2025 (Tier 1)
The DRDO CETPTAM 2025 Exam consists of 4 sections, and section-wise question and marking distribution is provided below.
| DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 1 Exam Pattern 2025 | ||
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 |
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 |
| General English | 30 | 30 |
| General Science | 40 | 40 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Duration: 120 minutes
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Salary Structure 2025
As per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, the DRDO CEPTAM 11 Salary 2025 details are provided below.
| Post | Salary Range |
| STA-B | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level 6) |
| Tech-A | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level 2) |
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