DRDO invites online applications for 764 permanent posts under CEPTAM-11, including 561 Senior Technical Assistant-B and 203 Technician-A positions. Candidates must have relevant diplomas, degrees, or ITI certificates. Age limit is 18-28 years with relaxations. Selection involves Tier-I screening test, Tier-II subject test, trade test for technicians, and document verification. Application fee varies by category. Apply online between 11-12-2025 and 01-01-2026. Official notification and application form are available on DRDO’s website.
Vacancy Details
- Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B): 561 vacancies
Qualification: Diploma or B.Sc. degree in relevant engineering or science disciplines recognized by AICTE or University- Automobile Engineering: 3
- Chemical Engineering: 15
- Chemistry: 22
- Civil Engineering: 11
- Computer Science & Engineering: 160
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering: 11
- Electrical Engineering: 47
- Electronics / Communication / Telecommunication: 111
- Geology: 1
- Instrumentation Engineering: 6
- Instrumentation & Electronics Engineering: 2
- Library Science: 5
- Mathematics: 6
- Mechanical Engineering: 127
- Metallurgical Engineering: 12
- Physics: 18
- Psychology: 4
- Technician-A (Tech-A): 203 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass plus ITI Certificate in relevant trade- Book Binder: 3
- Carpenter: 4
- CNC Operator: 3
- COPA: 52
- Draughtsman (Mechanical): 6
- Electrician: 30
- Electronics Mechanic: 31
- Fitter: 25
- Machinist: 12
- Mechanic Motor Vehicle: 7
- Optical Worker: 2
- Photographer: 5
- Sheet Metal Worker: 3
- Surveyor: 1
- Turner: 8
- Welder: 11
Qualification Requirements
For Senior Technical Assistant-B: Diploma or B.Sc. degree in relevant engineering or science disciplines recognized by AICTE or University. For Technician-A: 10th pass plus ITI Certificate in relevant trade. Candidates with higher qualifications like B.Tech, M.Sc, Ph.D. are not eligible. Candidates awaiting final results as on 01-01-2026 are not eligible.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Application Fees
- UR / OBC / EWS / MSP (STA-B): ₹750
- Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen (STA-B): ₹500
- General / OBC / EWS / MSP (TECH-A): ₹600
- Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen (TECH-A): ₹500
Selection Process
- Tier-I Examination: Computer Based Test for screening. Marks used to shortlist candidates for next stage.
- Tier-II Examination: Subject Specific Test with two parts: Personality Test (qualifying) and Subject Test (marks counted).
- Trade Test: For Technician-A only, practical test of ITI level, qualifying in nature.
- Document Verification: Verification of candidate documents after exams.
How to Apply
- Register on CEPTAM-11 online portal with valid mobile and email, complete OTP verification
- Log in with User ID and password
- Create new application, fill personal, communication, and bank details
- Enter educational qualifications and select posting and exam city preferences
- Capture live photo and upload recent passport size photo
- Upload scanned signature
- Upload required documents in PDF format
- Preview and submit application
- Pay application fee online and save acknowledgement
- Download and keep copy of submitted application
- Note: No printed application copy required to be sent to DRDO
Important Links
Important Dates
- Opening Date for Online Application: 11-12-2025
- Closing Date for Online Application: 01-01-2026
- Last Date for Application Fee Payment: 03-01-2026
- Application Correction Window Start: 04-01-2026
- Application Correction Window End: 06-01-2026
