DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025
Apply Online for 764 STA Technician Posts
Overview
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has invited online applications from interested and eligible candidates for the recruitment of 764 vacancies for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A) posts through DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025.
Important Details
|
Detail |
Information |
|
Organisation |
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) |
|
Full Form of CEPTAM |
Centre for Personnel Talent Management |
|
Advertisement Number |
11 |
|
Posts |
Technician-A and Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) |
|
Mode of Application |
Online |
|
Official Website |
|
Event |
Date |
|
Detailed Notification Released |
11th December 2025 |
|
Online Application Starts |
11th December 2025 |
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Last Date to Apply |
1st January 2026 (11:55 PM) |
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Last Date for Fee Payment |
3rd January 2026 (11:55 PM) |
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Correction Window |
4th to 6th January 2026 (11:55 PM) |
|
Post |
Total |
UR |
SC |
ST |
OBC |
EWS |
|
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) |
561 |
249 |
83 |
43 |
136 |
50 |
|
Technician-A (Tech-A) |
203 |
103 |
25 |
13 |
44 |
18 |
|
Total |
764 |
352 |
108 |
56 |
180 |
68 |
Table 1: Vacancy Distribution by Category
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) Vacancies by Discipline
|
Discipline |
Total |
UR |
SC |
ST |
OBC |
EWS |
|
Automobile Engineering |
1 |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
Chemical Engineering |
3 |
1 |
- |
1 |
1 |
- |
|
Chemistry |
22 |
11 |
3 |
5 |
3 |
- |
|
Civil Engineering |
11 |
7 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
Computer Science Engineering |
160 |
75 |
23 |
9 |
39 |
14 |
|
Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
11 |
4 |
1 |
- |
3 |
3 |
|
Electrical Engineering |
47 |
23 |
6 |
2 |
10 |
6 |
|
Electronics Engineering/Communication/Telecommunication |
111 |
40 |
24 |
11 |
30 |
6 |
|
Geology |
1 |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
Instrumentation Engineering |
6 |
5 |
- |
- |
1 |
- |
|
Instrumentation & Electronics Engineering |
2 |
1 |
- |
- |
1 |
- |
|
Library Science |
5 |
4 |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
|
Mathematics |
6 |
4 |
1 |
- |
1 |
- |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
127 |
52 |
14 |
10 |
37 |
14 |
|
Metallurgical Engineering |
12 |
7 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
Physics |
18 |
8 |
3 |
- |
4 |
2 |
|
Psychology |
4 |
3 |
- |
- |
1 |
- |
|
Total |
561 |
249 |
83 |
43 |
136 |
50 |
Table 2: STA-B Vacancies by Discipline and Category
Technician-A (Tech-A) Vacancies by Trade
|
Trade |
Total |
UR |
SC |
ST |
OBC |
EWS |
|
Book Binder |
3 |
2 |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
|
Carpenter |
4 |
2 |
1 |
- |
1 |
- |
|
CNC Operator |
3 |
1 |
1 |
- |
1 |
- |
|
COPA |
52 |
24 |
7 |
1 |
15 |
5 |
|
Draughtsman Mechanical |
6 |
3 |
2 |
- |
1 |
- |
|
Electrician |
30 |
15 |
6 |
3 |
4 |
2 |
|
Electronics |
31 |
16 |
4 |
3 |
5 |
3 |
|
Fitter |
25 |
11 |
4 |
1 |
7 |
2 |
|
Machinist |
12 |
8 |
1 |
- |
3 |
- |
|
Mechanic Motor Vehicle |
7 |
5 |
1 |
- |
1 |
- |
|
Optical Worker |
2 |
1 |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
|
Photographer |
5 |
4 |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
|
Sheet Metal Worker |
3 |
2 |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
|
Surveyor |
1 |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
Turner |
8 |
4 |
1 |
- |
2 |
1 |
|
Welder |
11 |
5 |
1 |
1 |
2 |
2 |
|
Total |
203 |
103 |
25 |
13 |
44 |
18 |
Table 3: Tech-A Vacancies by Trade and Category
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)
Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree or Diploma in relevant disciplines from a recognized university or institute. The eligible disciplines include:
- Automobile Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science/Information Technology
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics/Communication/Telecommunication Engineering
- Geology
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Library Science
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Physics
- Psychology
Candidates must have passed 10th standard/certificate in relevant trades recognized by appropriate authorities.
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B): Maximum 27 years
Technician-A (Tech-A): Maximum 20 years
|
Category |
STA-B |
Tech-A |
|
UR (Unreserved) |
- |
- |
|
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) |
3 years |
3 years |
|
SC/ST |
5 years |
5 years |
|
PwBD (UR) |
10 years |
10 years |
|
PwBD (OBC-NCL) |
13 years |
13 years |
|
PwBD (SC/ST) |
15 years |
15 years |
Table 4: Age Relaxation Provisions
Selection Process
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)
The selection process consists of multiple tiers:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) Tier-I - General aptitude and subject-related questions
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) Tier-II - Subject-specific questions
- Document Verification - Verification of submitted documents
- Medical Examination - Medical fitness test
Technician-A (Tech-A)
The selection process consists of:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) Tier-I - General awareness and aptitude
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) Tier-II - Trade-specific technical knowledge
- Trade/Skill Test - Practical skill assessment in relevant trade
- Document Verification - Verification of submitted documents
- Medical Examination - Medical fitness test
Salary Structure
The salary for DRDO Senior Technical Assistant and Technician-A will be as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, along with other benefits as per government norms.
|
Post Name |
Pay Level |
Pay Scale |
|
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) |
Level-6 |
Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 112,400 |
|
Technician-A (Tech-A) |
Level-3 |
Rs. 19,900 - Rs. 63,200 |
Table 5: Salary Structure as per 7th CPC
Application Process
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official DRDO website: www.drdo.gov.in
- Navigate to the CEPTAM 11 recruitment notification
- Click on the "Apply Online" link
- Register yourself by providing basic details
- Fill in all required information in the application form
- Upload all necessary documents (photograph, signature, certificates, etc.)
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the application form
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference
Important Notes
- Candidates are advised to fill their application form before the last date (1st January 2026)
- Once the registration link is inactivated, no application form will be accepted under any circumstances
- Ensure all information provided is accurate and matches your documents
- Keep a backup of your submitted application details
- Fee payment should be completed by 3rd January 2026
- Correction window is available from 4th to 6th January 2026 for minor edits
Additional Resources
- Official DRDO Website: www.drdo.gov.in
- Online Application Portal: Available at DRDO Official Website
- Official Notification (English): Available on DRDO website
- Official Notification (Hindi): Available on DRDO website
This document provides comprehensive information about DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025. For the most up-to-date and official information, candidates are advised to visit the official DRDO website: www.drdo.gov.in
