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. The recruitment process includes Tier-I screening, Tier-II subject tests, and a trade test for technicians, followed by document verification. Age limits are 18-28 years with relaxations. The application window is from 11-12-2025 to 11-01-2026, with fees payable till 13-01-2026. Applications are accepted online only for Delhi state.
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 - Technician-A (Tech-A): 203 vacancies
Qualification: 10th pass plus ITI Certificate in relevant trades
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 trades. Candidates with higher qualifications like B.Tech, M.Sc, Ph.D. are not eligible. Candidates awaiting final results as on 11-01-2026 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 Screening Test with questions on General Science, English, Maths, and Reasoning. Used for shortlisting candidates.
- Tier-II Examination: Subject Specific Test including a qualifying Personality Test and a main subject test related to the post.
- Trade Test: Practical test for Technician-A candidates to assess trade skills; qualifying in nature.
- Document Verification: Verification of candidate documents after clearing exams.
How to Apply
- Register on CEPTAM-11 online portal with valid mobile and email, complete OTP verification.
- Log in and create new application for selected post and discipline.
- Fill personal, educational, communication, and bank details.
- Upload live photograph and scanned signature as per specifications.
- Upload required documents in PDF format.
- Preview and submit the application form.
- Pay application fee online and save acknowledgement.
- Download and keep a copy of the submitted application form.
- Note: No printed application form needs to be sent to DRDO.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Opening Date for Online Application: 11-12-2025
- Closing Date for Online Application: 11-01-2026
- Last Date for Application Fee Payment: 13-01-2026
- Application Correction Window Start: 14-01-2026
- Application Correction Window End: 16-01-2026
