The official DRDO CEPTAM 11 notification PDF is released for 764 vacancies across STA-B and Technician-A posts. Due to an official extension, candidates can now submit their online applications until January 11, 2026, via the official website at www.drdo.gov.in.
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is currently accepting applications for 764 vacancies for Senior Technical Assistant-B and Technician-A (Tech-A) positions. The application window for the DRDO CEPTAM 11 recruitment 2025 drive has been officially extended; eligible candidates may now apply online until January 11, 2026 (11:55 pm). Read on for comprehensive recruitment details.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025
Eligible graduates interested in STA-B roles and 10th-pass candidates aiming for Technician-A positions must complete the online application process to qualify for the first stage of the selection process, which is the CBT-1. Check the key highlights of the DRDO CEPTAM 11 recruitment 2025 below.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Vacancy 2025
The Centre for Personnel Talent Management (DRDO-CEPTAM) has announced a total of 764 vacancies, split between 561 positions for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and 203 positions for Technician-A (Tech-A). The complete vacancy breakdown is available in the official notification.
| 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
Of the 764 total vacancies, 561 are designated for the Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) cadre. You can review the discipline-wise and category-specific vacancy distributions in the table provided below.
| 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
The current DRDO recruitment drive aims to fill 203 vacancies specifically for the Technician-A (Tech-A) posts.
| 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 |
DRDO Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, candidates should verify their eligibility for the DRDO CEPTAM 11 2025 examination. We have summarized the essential criteria regarding educational qualifications and age limits to assist you with your application.
Education Qualification
The official educational requirements for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A) roles have been published; please refer to the table below for the specific details.
For Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) Posts
| Subject/Disciplines | Education Qualification |
| Civil Engineering | Candidates have completed a Diploma in Civil Engineering or Technology recognised by AICTE |
| Computer Science & Engineering | Must have completed a Diploma in Computer Engineering or Technology or Computer Science or Information Technology recognised by AICTE (Courses by DOEACC or BCA or MCA are not eligible) |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering | Must have a completed a Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or Technology recognized by AICTE |
| Electrical Engineering | Must have a completed a Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Technology recognised by AICTE |
| Electronics Engineering or Electronics & Communication Engineering or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | Must have a completed a Diploma in Electronics or Electronics & Communication or Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering or Technology recognised by AICTE |
| Geology | Candidates have passed the B.Sc. degree in Geology from a recognised University or Institute |
| Instrumentation Engineering | Must have completed a Diploma in Instrumentation or Instrumentation & Control or Instrumentation & Process Control Engineering or Technology recognized by AICTE |
| Instrumentation & Electronics Engineering | Must have completed a Diploma in Instrumentation & Electronics Engineering or Technology recognized by AICTE |
| Automobile Engineering | Diploma in Automobile Engineering or Technology recognized by AICTE |
| Chemical Engineering | Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Technology recognized by AICTE |
| Chemistry | Must have completed a B.Sc. degree in Chemistry from recognized University or Institute |
| Library Science | Degree in Science with Diploma or Degree or Post Graduate Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science, of minimum one year duration from recognized University or Technical Board or Institute. |
| Mathematics | Must have completed B.Sc. degree in Mathematics from a recognised University or Institute |
| Mechanical Engineering | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Technology or Mechanical Engineering or Technology (Production or Automobile or Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or Maintenance) recognised by AICTE |
| Metallurgical Engineering | Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering or Technology recognised by AICTE |
| Physics | Must have passed a B.Sc. degree in Physics from a recognised University or Institute |
| Psychology | Candidates must have Possess B.Sc. degree in Psychology from a recognised University or Institute |
For Technician-A (Tech-A) Posts
| Subject/Disciplines | Education Qualification |
| Book Binder |
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| Carpenter |
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| CNC Operator |
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| COPA |
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| Draughtsman (Mechanical) |
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| Electrician |
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| Electronics |
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| Fitter |
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| Machinist |
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| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) |
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| Optical Worker |
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| Photographer |
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| Sheet Metal Worker |
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| Surveyor |
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| Turner |
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| Welder |
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Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
The prescribed age limit criteria for candidates appearing for the DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 are outlined below:
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 years
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 years
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| OBC- Non-Creamy Layer | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD + UR | 10 years |
| PwBD + OBC-NON CREAMY LAYER (NCL) | 13 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
| Departmental candidates with three years of continuous service in central government (for sta-b) | 5 years |
| Departmental candidates with three years of continuous service in the central government (for Tech-A) | upto 40 years |
| Departmental candidates with three years of continuous service in central government (SC/ST) (for tech-a) | upto 45 years |
| Defence Personnel with Disability | 3 years |
| Defence Personnel with Disability (SC/ST) | 8 years |
| Ex-servicemen (ESM) (to be released/discharged within one year from the crucial date of eligibility of ceptam-11 advt) | period of military service plus 3 years |
| Widow / divorced women/women judicially separated from their husbands who are not remarried (only for Tech-a posts) | upto 35 years |
| widow / divorced women/women judicially separated from their husbands who are not remarried (SC/ST) (only for tech-a posts) | upto 40 years |
| Meritorious Sportsperson (only for Tech-A posts) | 5 years |
| Meritorious Sportsperson (SC/ST) (only for Tech-A posts) | 10 years |
DRDO Application Form 2025
The online application portal for DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 remains open at www.drdo.gov.in. We strongly advise applicants to submit their forms before the deadline, which has been extended to January 11, 2026. Applications submitted after the portal closes will not be accepted.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 2025 Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the application fee online to finalize their submission. Accepted payment methods include credit card, net banking, or UPI.
| Posts | Category | Application Fee (Non-refundable) | Refundable Fee | Total Fee to Pay |
| STA-B | UR/OBC/EWS/MSP | 250/- | 500/- | 750/- |
| Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen | nil | 500/- | 500/- | |
| Tech-a | General/OBC/EWS/MSP | 100/- | 500/- | 600/- |
| Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen | nil | 500/- | 500/- |
Note: An application fee of Rs. 500/- is refundable, but only for candidates who successfully appear for the Tier-I examination.
Steps to Apply for DRDO Recruitment 2025
The online application process for DRDO CEPTAM 11 began on December 9, 2025, at www.drdo.gov.in. Ensure all necessary documents are prepared and verified before starting your application.
- Go to the DRDO official website (www.drdo.gov.in) on your internet browser.
- Now click on the career option appearing at the top of the screen.
- Scroll down and find the DRDO CEPTAM 11 and click on the Apply Online button.
- Start with the registration process by filling in the basic details like name, email id, phone number, etc.
- After registration, a unique User ID and Password will be sent to the email of the candidates who are successfully registered.
- Log in with User ID and Password and fill the DRDO CEPTAM application form with date of birth, father’s name, educational qualification, etc.
- Attach the required documents, such as educational certificates, category certificates, etc.
- Cross-check all the details and click on the submit button.
- Pay the required fee and click on the submit button.
- Download and take a printout of the application form for future reference.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Application Documents
Please have all scanned documents ready for upload before filling out the online application form on the official DRDO website.
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- 10th standard certificate or mark sheet as proof of date of birth, educational qualification, and age.
- Essential qualification certificates: B.Sc. degree/diploma for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) or ITI certificate for Technician-A (Tech-A).
- Photo ID proof (e.g., Aadhaar, Voter ID).
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD) for reservation/relaxation benefits.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) if currently employed.
DRDO Recruitment 2025 CEPTAM 11 Exam Syllabus
Thoroughly reviewing the syllabus is essential for effective exam preparation, as it helps candidates manage their time efficiently. Note that the DRDO STA-B selection process consists of two phases, while the Technician-A selection process focuses on a single phase.
We have updated the DRDO CEPTAM Syllabus 2025 in this section, broken down by subject for the Tier-I exam.
| Subject Name | Syllabus Topics Wise |
| English | |
| General Awareness |
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| General Intelligence |
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| Mathematics |
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FAQs
Q. What is the last date to apply online for DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025?
The final deadline to submit your online application for DRDO CEPTAM 11 recruitment is January 11, 2026, at 11:55 pm.
Q. How many vacancies are released for STA-B posts through DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025?
Under the DRDO CEPTAM 11 recruitment initiative, 561 positions for Senior Technical Assistant B (STA-B) have been announced.
Q. What is the selection process for DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025?
The selection process for the DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 includes CBT-1, CBT-2, and a mandatory Skill Test (specifically for Senior Technical Assistant-B candidates).
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