DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 764 STA-B & Technician-A Posts

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DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025 – Golden Opportunity for 764 STA-B & Technician-A Posts

DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025 notification has been officially released by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) under the Ministry of Defence. Through this CEPTAM-11 recruitment drive, DRDO is inviting online applications for 764 vacancies of Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A posts across India.

Eligible candidates with Diploma, B.Sc, ITI, or 10th qualification can apply online through the official DRDO website. This is a golden opportunity to secure a Central Government job under the Ministry of Defence with attractive salary, job security, and career growth.

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DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025 – Overview

Particulars	Details
Organisation	Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
Recruitment Board	CEPTAM
Advertisement No.	CEPTAM-11
Total Vacancies	764
STA-B Vacancies	561
Technician-A Vacancies	203
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	Across India
Official Website	https://www.drdo.gov.in

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DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025 Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 11 December 2025
• Last Date to Apply Online: 01 January 2026 (23:55 hrs)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 03 January 2026
• Correction Window: 04 – 06 January 2026
• Tier-I Exam Date: To be announced

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Under the DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025, eligible candidates with ITI, Diploma, and B.Sc qualifications can secure a stable Central Government job in the defence research sector. This recruitment offers excellent salary, job security, and career growth under DRDO technical cadre.

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Vacancy Details

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

• Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial
• Disciplines include:
  • Computer Science
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electronics
  • Electrical
  • Civil
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Library Science
  • Psychology and more

Technician-A (Tech-A) – 203 Posts

• Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted
• Trades include:
  • Electrician
  • Fitter
  • Electronics
  • COPA
  • Welder
  • Machinist
  • Turner
  • Photographer
  • Carpenter and others

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Educational Qualification

For STA-B Posts

• Diploma in Engineering OR
• B.Sc Degree in relevant discipline
  ⚠️ Candidates with B.E / B.Tech / M.Tech / PhD are NOT eligible

For Technician-A Posts

• 10th Pass from a recognised board
• ITI Certificate in relevant trade

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Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 28 Years

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST: 5 Years
• OBC-NCL: 3 Years
• PwBD: Up to 15 Years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
• Widows/Divorced Women (Tech-A): Up to 35/40 Years

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Salary Structure

STA-B Pay Scale

• Pay Level-6: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
• Plus DA, HRA, TA & other central government allowances

Technician-A Pay Scale

• Pay Level-2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
• Additional benefits as per GoI rules

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Selection Process

For STA-B

1. Tier-I CBT (Screening Test)
2. Tier-II CBT (Subject Specific Test)

For Technician-A

1. Tier-I CBT
2. Tier-II CBT
3. Trade Test (Qualifying Nature)

📝 Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
📌 Final Merit: Based on Tier-II subject marks only

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Application Fee

STA-B

• UR/OBC/EWS: ₹750
• SC/ST/Women/PwBD/ESM: ₹500

Technician-A

• UR/OBC/EWS: ₹600
• SC/ST/Women/PwBD/ESM: ₹500

💡 ₹500 is refundable if the candidate appears for Tier-I exam.

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How to Apply for DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025

1. Visit https://www.drdo.gov.in
2. Go to Careers → Vacancies
3. Click on CEPTAM-11 Apply Online
4. Register using email & mobile number
5. Fill application form carefully
6. Upload required documents
7. Pay application fee
8. Submit & download confirmation page

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Important Instructions

• Apply before the last date to avoid server issues
• Upload valid certificates only
• Admit cards will be available 2–3 days before exam
• Posting is All India Service Liability

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FAQs – DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025

Q1. How many vacancies are released under DRDO CEPTAM-11?
👉 A total of 764 posts.

Q2. Can B.Tech graduates apply for STA-B?
👉 No, higher qualifications are not eligible.

Q3. What is the last date to apply online?
👉 01 January 2026.

Q4. Is there negative marking in the exam?
👉 Yes, 0.25 marks per wrong answer.

Q5. What is the salary of Technician-A?
👉 Pay Level-2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200.

Q6. Is the application fee refundable?
👉 ₹500 is refundable after appearing in Tier-I exam.

Q7. Is trade test mandatory for Technician-A?
👉 Yes, it is qualifying in nature.

Q8. Where will the job posting be?
👉 Anywhere in India.

Q9. What is DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025?
👉 DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025 is a central government recruitment conducted by DRDO to fill STA-B and Technician-A posts under the Defence Research & Development Organisation Technical Cadre.

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Conclusion

The DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025 offers a prestigious opportunity to work with India’s premier defence research organisation. With 764 technical vacancies, attractive pay, and central government benefits, eligible candidates should not miss this chance. Apply early, prepare well, and stay connected with JobMithram.com for admit cards, results, and exam updates.

DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking defence sector government jobs. Interested applicants should apply online before the last date and prepare well to succeed in the CEPTAM-11 examination.

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