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    DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 for 764 STA-B & Technician-A Posts – Last Date Extended

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    DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 Overview

    The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has released the much-awaited CEPTAM-11 Advertisement for the recruitment of Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A) posts. A total of 764 vacancies have been announced under the Defence Research & Development Organisation Technical Cadre (DRTC). This is a golden opportunity for candidates with a Diploma in Engineering, B.Sc, or ITI certification to join India’s premier defence research organization. The online application process starts on 11th December 2025 and closes on 11th January 2026.

    Key Highlights of DRDO CEPTAM 11 Exam

    • Recruitment Board: Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM), DRDO
    • Advertisement No.: CEPTAM-11
    • Post Name: Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) & Technician-A (Tech-A)
    • Total Vacancies: 764 Posts
    • Job Location: All India (Transferable)
    • Pay Scale: Level-6 (STA-B) & Level-2 (Tech-A)
    • Application Mode: Online
    • Last Date to Apply: 11th January 2026

    DRDO CEPTAM 11 Vacancy Breakdown

    The 764 vacancies are divided between two major posts.

    Post Code Post Name Vacancies Pay Matrix
    1.1 Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) 561 Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
    1.2 Technician-A (Tech-A) 203 Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)
    Total   764  

    STA-B Disciplines: Automobile, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Metallurgy, Physics, Chemistry, etc. Tech-A Trades: Book Binder, Carpenter, CNC Operator, COPA, Electrician, Electronics, Fitter, Machinist, Welder, etc.

    Eligibility Criteria for DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment

    Candidates must fulfill the specific educational and age criteria as on the crucial date of eligibility (01.01.2026).

    Educational Qualification

    • For STA-B: Bachelor’s Degree in Science (B.Sc) OR Diploma in Engineering/Technology/Computer Science/Allied Subjects from a recognized AICTE institute.
      • Note: Candidates with higher qualifications like B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc/Ph.D etc. are NOT eligible.
    • For Tech-A: 10th Class Pass AND ITI Certification in the required trade from a recognized institute.
      • Note: Candidates with higher qualifications like B.E./B.Tech/Diploma etc. are NOT eligible.

    Age Limit

    • Minimum Age: 18 Years
    • Maximum Age: 28 Years
    • Age Relaxation:
      • SC/ST: 5 Years
      • OBC (NCL): 3 Years
      • PwBD: 10 Years
      • ESM/Departmental Candidates: As per Govt rules.

    Selection Process Explained

    The selection methodology involves a two-tier Computer Based Test (CBT) for both posts.

    For Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B):

    • Tier-I (CBT) – Screening:
      • Questions/Marks: 150 Questions / 150 Marks.
      • Subjects: General Science, General English, Quantitative Aptitude/General Maths, General Intelligence & Reasoning.
    • Tier-II (CBT) – Provisional Selection:
      • Questions/Marks: 120 Questions / 120 Marks.
      • Subjects: Test specific to the subject/discipline of the post code.

    For Technician-A (Tech-A):

    • Tier-I (CBT) – Screening:
      • Questions/Marks: 150 Questions / 150 Marks.
      • Subjects: General Science, General English, Quantitative Aptitude/General Maths, General Intelligence & Reasoning.
    • Tier-II (CBT) – Provisional Selection:
      • Questions/Marks: 120 Questions / 120 Marks.
      • Subjects: Test specific to the subject/trade of the post code.
    • Trade Test: Qualifying in nature. Practical skill test in the relevant trade (ITI Level).

    Note: There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in both Tier-I and Tier-II.

    Application Fees & Refundable Amount

    The fee structure includes a Non-Refundable Application Fee and a Refundable Fee (refunded only if the candidate appears in Tier-I Exam).

    Post Category App. Fee (Non-Refundable) Refundable Fee Total to Pay
    STA-B UR/OBC/EWS/MSP ₹ 250/- ₹ 500/- ₹ 750/-
    STA-B SC/ST/PwBD/Women/ESM Nil ₹ 500/- ₹ 500/-
    Tech-A UR/OBC/EWS/MSP ₹ 100/- ₹ 500/- ₹ 600/-
    Tech-A SC/ST/PwBD/Women/ESM Nil ₹ 500/- ₹ 500/-
    • Payment Mode: Online (Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI).

    Important Dates

    Event Date
    Notification Released 11th December 2025
    Online Application Starts 11th December 2025
    Last Date to Apply 11th January 2026
    Last Date for Fee Payment 13th January 2026
    Correction Window 14th – 16th January 2026

    Essential Links

    • Official Notification PDF: Download Notification
    • Last Date Extension Notice PDF: Download Notification
    • Apply Online: Apply Here
    • The DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 is a prestigious opportunity to serve the nation. Candidates are advised to read the notification carefully regarding the new fee structure and exam pattern before applying.
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