DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025: 764 vacancies for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A) posts. Apply online from Dec 9. Check eligibility, salary, and selection process here.
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DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 764 STA-B & Technician A Posts
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), through its Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM), has released a short notification for CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025. This is a massive opportunity for technical job aspirants in India, with a total of 764 vacancies announced for the positions of Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A). The online application process is tentatively scheduled to begin on December 9, 2025. Candidates holding a Diploma/B.Sc. or ITI Certificate in the relevant trades are eligible. Get ready to apply and join India's premier defence research organisation!
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Official Short Notification Release Date | December 2, 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date (Tentative) | December 9, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online (Tentative) | January 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date for Fee Submission (Tentative) | January 10, 2026 |
| Tier-I CBT Exam Date | To be Notified |
| Tier-II Exam/Trade Test Date | To be Notified |
Vacancy Details
A total of 764 vacancies have been announced under the DRDO CEPTAM 11 recruitment drive across two crucial technical posts.
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Total Vacancies |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) | Level 6 | 561 |
| Technician-A (Tech-A) | Level 2 | 203 |
| Total | 764 |
Note: Discipline-wise/Trade-wise vacancy details will be available in the detailed official notification on December 9, 2025.
Eligibility Criteria (Expected)
Candidates must meet the educational qualification, age limit, and other essential criteria as prescribed by DRDO CEPTAM.
Educational Qualification (As per Short Notice)
| Post Name | Essential Educational Qualification |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) | Bachelor's Degree in Science (B.Sc.) OR Three-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology/Computer Science or Allied subjects in the relevant discipline, recognised by AICTE. |
| Technician-A (Tech-A) | Class 10th Pass or equivalent AND ITI Certificate in the relevant trade/discipline from a recognised institute. |
Age Limit (As of the Crucial Date)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age Relaxation: Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST/ OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen) as per Government of India rules.
Pay Scale / Salary Structure
Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary package as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) along with various allowances.
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Pay Scale / Basic Pay Range |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Technician-A (Tech-A) | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
Allowances and Perks: Employees will also be entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Medical Facilities, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), and other benefits as per Central Government rules.
Selection Process
The selection process for both STA-B and Technician-A posts is expected to be conducted in two tiers:
- Tier-I: Computer Based Test (CBT) - Screening/Provisional Selection
- Tier-II: Post-Specific Test
| Post Name | Tier-I (CBT) | Tier-II |
| STA-B | CBT (Objective Type) | CBT (Post Specific) |
| Technician-A | CBT (Objective Type) | Trade/Skill Test (Qualifying) |
Note: Final selection will be based on the merit of the Tier-I CBT score for Technician-A, and the Tier-II CBT score for STA-B, subject to qualifying the respective Tier-II/Trade Tests.
Application Fees
The application fee must be paid online through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted (₹0/-) |
| All Category Female Candidates | Exempted (₹0/-) |
How to Apply Online for DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment?
The application process is entirely online. Candidates must follow the steps below to successfully submit their form from December 9, 2025.
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the official DRDO website: https://www.drdo.gov.in.
- Navigate to CEPTAM: Look for the 'Careers' or 'Recruitment' section and click on the CEPTAM link.
- Find the Advertisement: Locate the link for "DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025" and click on the "Apply Online" link (will be active from Dec 9, 2025).
- New Registration: Register as a new user by providing essential details like name, mobile number, and email ID to generate your registration number and password.
- Log In: Log in using the generated credentials and fill out the detailed application form.
- Fill Details: Enter all personal, educational, and trade-specific information accurately.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your recent photograph, signature, educational certificates, and category certificates (if applicable) in the specified format and size.
- Pay Fee: Pay the requisite application fee online, if applicable to your category.
- Final Submission & Print: Review the entire application form carefully before clicking on 'Final Submit'. Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Document/Link | Status | Action/Link |
| Official Website | Active | Click here |
| Apply Online Link | Upcoming | Link will be active on Dec 9, 2025 |
| Download Short Notice | Available | Short Notice PDF |
| Download Detailed Notification | Upcoming | Available on Dec 9, 2025 |
