DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025

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The Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM), under the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), has released a major recruitment notification—CEPTAM-11—inviting online applications for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A) positions. With a total of 764 vacancies across various disciplines, this is a significant opportunity for eligible candidates seeking a career in India’s premier defence R&D organisation.

Here’s a detailed overview of the recruitment drive, including key dates, eligibility, and how to apply.

About DRDO

Defence Research and Development Organisation is the premier agency under the Department of Defence Research and Development in Ministry of Defence of the Government of India, charged with the military’s research and development, headquartered in Delhi, India. 

DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025

Today, DRDO is a network of more than 50 + laboratories which are deeply engaged in developing defence technologies covering various disciplines, like aeronautics, armaments, electronics, combat vehicles, engineering systems, instrumentation, missiles, advanced computing and simulation, special materials, naval systems, life sciences, training, information systems and agriculture. Several major projects for the development of missiles, armaments, light combat aircrafts, radars, electronic warfare systems etc are on hand and significant achievements have already been made in several such technologies.

OrganizationDefence Research and Development Organisation, DRDO-CEPTAM
HeadquartersDRDO Bhavan, New Delhi
Founded1958

Important Dates

EventDate
Opening Date for Online Application11 December 2025
Closing Date for Online Application01 January 2026 (23:55 hrs)
Last Date for Fee Payment03 January 2026 (23:55 hrs)
Correction Window04–06 January 2026
Tier-I Exam DateTo be announced on DRDO website

Educational Qualifications

For STA-B (Senior Technical Assistant-B)

RequirementDetails
Minimum QualificationDiploma in relevant engineering discipline (AICTE-recognized) OR B.Sc. in relevant science subject (Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, etc.)
Higher Qualifications EligibilityCandidates possessing M.Sc., B.Tech, B.E., or Ph.D. are NOT eligible

For Technician-A (Tech-A)

RequirementDetails
Minimum Qualification10th Pass + ITI Certificate in relevant trade
Higher Qualifications EligibilityCandidates holding Diploma or B.Sc. are also eligible if they meet ITI + 10th criteria

 Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) – 561 Vacancies

Post CodeSubject/DisciplineEducational QualificationSCSTOBCEWSURTotal
0101Automobile EngineeringDiploma in Automobile Engg/Tech (AICTE)101103
0102Chemical EngineeringDiploma in Chemical Engg/Tech (AICTE)3141615
0103ChemistryB.Sc. in Chemistry30531122
0104Civil EngineeringDiploma in Civil Engg (AICTE)1111711
0105Computer Science & EnggDiploma in Computer Engg/Tech/CS/IT (AICTE)239391475160
0106Electrical & Electronics EnggDiploma in Electrical & Electronics Engg/Tech (AICTE)1330411
0107Electrical EngineeringDiploma in Electrical Engg/Tech (AICTE)621062347
0108Electronics / ECE / ETEDiploma in Electronics/ECE/ETE (AICTE)241130640111
0109GeologyB.Sc. in Geology000101
0110Instrumentation EnggDiploma in Instrumentation/Instrumentation & Control (AICTE)001056
0111Instrumentation & Electronics EnggDiploma in Instrumentation & Electronics Engg (AICTE)101002
0112Library ScienceB.Sc. + Diploma/Degree/PG in Library Science010045
0113MathematicsB.Sc. in Mathematics101046
0114Mechanical EngineeringDiploma in Mechanical Engg/Tech (AICTE)1410371452127
0115Metallurgical EngineeringDiploma in Metallurgical Engg/Tech (AICTE)2111712
0116PhysicsB.Sc. in Physics3421818
0117PsychologyB.Sc. in Psychology000134
Total834313650249561

Technician-A (Tech-A) – 203 Vacancies

Post CodeTrade/DisciplineEducational QualificationSCSTOBCEWSURTotal
0201Book Binder10th + ITI in Book Binder/Offset Printing001023
0202Carpenter10th + ITI in Carpenter010124
0203CNC Operator10th + ITI in CNC Operator001113
0204COPA10th + ITI in COPA711552452
0205Draughtsman (Mech)10th + ITI in Draughtsman (Mech)002136
0206Electrician10th + ITI in Electrician/Wireman63421530
0207Electronics10th + ITI in Electronics/Radio & TV Mech43531631
0208Fitter10th + ITI in Fitter/Bench Fitter41721125
0209Machinist10th + ITI in Machinist0130812
0210Mechanic (Motor Vehicle)10th + ITI in Motor Vehicle Mech101057
0211Optical Worker10th + ITI in Optical Worker101002
0212Photographer10th + ITI in Photographer/Digital Photo100045
0213Sheet Metal Worker10th + ITI in Sheet Metal Worker010023
0214Surveyor10th + ITI in Surveyor000011
0215Turner10th + ITI in Turner012148
0216Welder10th + ITI in Welder1122511
Total25134418103203

Posting Station Codes & Locations

CodeLocationCodeLocation
A1AhilyanagarJ1Jagdalpur
A2AmbernathJ2Jodhpur
B1BalasoreK1Kanpur
B2BengaluruK2Kochi
C1ChandigarhM1Mussoorie
C2ChennaiM2Mysuru
D1DehradunN1Nashik
D2DelhiP1Pune
H1HaldwaniV1Visakhapatnam
H2Hyderabad

 Examination Pattern (STA-B & Tech-A)

STA-B Exam Pattern

TierModeScopeNo. of QsMax MarksDuration
ICBT (Screening)General Science (40), General English (30), Quantitative Aptitude (40), General Intelligence (40)150150120 mins
IICBT (Provisional Selection)Part I: Personality Test (20 mins)
Part II: Subject-specific (120 Qs)		120120120 mins

Tech-A Exam Pattern

TierModeScopeNo. of QsMax MarksDuration
ICBT (Screening)Same as STA-B150150120 mins
IICBT (Shortlisting)Part I: Personality Test (20 mins)
Part II: Subject-specific (120 Qs)		12012090 mins
Trade TestPracticalTrade-specific (ITI level)–QualifyingVariable

Minimum Marks to Qualify

  • Based on merit in Tier-I & Tier-II
  • Trade Test mandatory for Tech-A (minimum 50% for UR, 45% for SC/ST/PwBD)
  • Document verification before final appointment

Age Relaxation Table

CategoryAge Relaxation
OBC-NCL3 years
SC/ST5 years
PwBD (UR)10 years
PwBD (OBC-NCL)13 years
PwBD (SC/ST)15 years
Ex-ServicemenService period + 3 years
Departmental Candidates (STA-B)5 years
Departmental Candidates (Tech-A)Up to 40/45 years
Widow/Divorced Women (Tech-A)Up to 35/40 years
Meritorious Sportspersons (Tech-A)5/10 years

Application Fee Structure

PostCategoryNon-Refundable FeeRefundable FeeTotal
STA-BUR/OBC/EWS/MSP₹250₹500₹750
STA-BWomen/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM*₹0₹500₹500
Tech-AUR/OBC/EWS/MSP₹100₹500₹600
Tech-AWomen/SC/ST/PwBD/ESM*₹0₹500₹500

*ESM already employed in Central Govt not eligible for fee waiver.

Exam Cities for Tier-I (Selection of 5)

Candidates can choose 5 cities from the list of 77 cities provided in the notification, with max 3 from one state.

Some major cities include:

  • Delhi/NCR, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Guwahati, Patna, Bhubaneswar, etc.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official DRDO website: https://www.drdo.gov.in
  2. Navigate to “Vacancies” under the “Offerings” section.
  3. Click “Click here to apply” and complete the online form.
  4. Upload required documents:
    • Photo, Signature
    • Educational certificates
    • Caste/EWS/PwBD/ESM certificates (if applicable)
    • 10th certificate for age proof
  5. Pay the fee online and submit.
  6. Keep a printout of the application for future reference.

Download official Notification DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment

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CEPTAM-10 (2023) STA-B Cut Off – Discipline-wise & Category-wise

DisciplineUROBCSCSTEWS
Mechanical Engineering97.2292.5181.6696.0690.88
Chemical Engineering89.9783.1953.4386.5184.89
Computer Science96.7686.7285.6693.2887.80
Civil Engineering99.4696.0890.3998.5697.53
Mathematics99.85–97.6999.7399.68
Physics99.7998.5496.3099.6099.26
Electronics95.7489.4972.2592.6585.24
Electrical98.8094.1189.7197.8897.22

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