DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has officially released the recruitment notification for CEPTAM-11, offering a golden opportunity for engineering diploma holders, graduates, and ITI-certified candidates to join India’s premier defense research wing.
With a total of 764 vacancies for the posts of Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A), this recruitment drive is one of the most anticipated for technical job seekers.
Important Dates (Revised)
Candidates should take note of the extended deadline to ensure they don’t miss out on the application process.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | December 11, 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | December 11, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | January 11, 2026 (Extended) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | January 13, 2026 |
| Correction Window | January 14 – 16, 2026 |
| Exam Date (Tier-I) | To be notified soon |
Vacancy Details & Salary
The recruitment is split into two major categories under the DRTC (Defence Research Technical Cadre).
- Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B): 561 Vacancies
- Pay Scale: Level 6 (₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400)
- Technician-A (Tech-A): 203 Vacancies
- Pay Scale: Level 2 (₹19,900 to ₹63,200)
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as of Jan 1, 2026):
- Minimum: 18 Years
- Maximum: 28 Years (Age relaxation applies to SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per Govt. norms).
Educational Qualification:
- For STA-B: Bachelor’s degree in Science (B.Sc.) or Diploma in Engineering/Technology in relevant subjects (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, etc.).
- For Technician-A: Class 10th pass (Matriculation) plus ITI Certificate in the required trade.
Selection Process
The selection is based on a multi-tier assessment system to ensure high-quality personnel are recruited:
- For STA-B: Tier-I (Screening Test – CBT) followed by Tier-II (Selection Test – CBT specific to the subject).
- For Technician-A: Tier-I (CBT for Provisional Selection) followed by Tier-II (Trade Test – Qualifying in nature).
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025: Apply for 764 STA-B & Technician Vacancies | Last Date Extended
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has officially released the recruitment notification for CEPTAM-11, offering a golden opportunity for engineering diploma holders, graduates, and ITI-certified candidates to join India’s premier defense research wing.
With a total of 764 vacancies for the posts of Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A), this recruitment drive is one of the most anticipated for technical job seekers.
Important Dates (Revised)
Candidates should take note of the extended deadline to ensure they don’t miss out on the application process.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | December 11, 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | December 11, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | January 11, 2026 (Extended) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | January 13, 2026 |
| Correction Window | January 14 – 16, 2026 |
| Exam Date (Tier-I) | To be notified soon |
Vacancy Details & Salary
The recruitment is split into two major categories under the DRTC (Defence Research Technical Cadre).
- Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B): 561 Vacancies
- Pay Scale: Level 6 (₹35,400$ to ₹1,12,400$)
- Technician-A (Tech-A): 203 Vacancies
- Pay Scale: Level 2 (₹19,900$ to ₹63,200$)
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as of Jan 1, 2026):
- Minimum: 18 Years
- Maximum: 28 Years(Age relaxation applies to SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per Govt. norms).
Educational Qualification:
- For STA-B: Bachelor’s degree in Science (B.Sc.) or Diploma in Engineering/Technology in relevant subjects (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, etc.).
- For Technician-A: Class 10th pass (Matriculation) plus ITI Certificate in the required trade.
Selection Process
The selection is based on a multi-tier assessment system to ensure high-quality personnel are recruited:
- For STA-B: Tier-I (Screening Test – CBT) followed by Tier-II (Selection Test – CBT specific to the subject).
- For Technician-A: Tier-I (CBT for Provisional Selection) followed by Tier-II (Trade Test – Qualifying in nature).
Application Fee DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025
Fees are payable online and are non-refundable. Note that a partial refund is available for candidates who appear for the Tier-I exam.
- STA-B: ₹750 /-(General/OBC/EWS); $500 (SC/ST/Female/PwBD/Ex-SM)
- Tech-A: ₹600 /-(General/OBC/EWS); ₹500 (SC/ST/Female/PwBD/Ex-SM)
How to Apply for DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official DRDO website: www.drdo.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “Careers” or “CEPTAM” section.
- Click on the “CEPTAM-11 Advertisement” link.
- Complete the New Registration with your mobile number and email.
- Fill in the application form, upload the required documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates), and pay the fee.
- Submit and print the application for future reference.