The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has released a short notice for CEPTAM-11 recruitment, inviting applications for 764 vacancies. These positions include Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A), offering a promising opportunity for candidates with science, engineering or technical qualifications to join India’s leading defence research body.
I chose to write about this recruitment because DRDO careers are highly valued by aspirants seeking a secure, skill-oriented government job. Getting reliable information at the right time can make a real difference. When candidates understand eligibility, selection procedure, application rules and pay scale clearly, they can prepare better instead of guessing or depending on fragmented details online. Sharing this notice now helps applicants plan documents, track deadlines and get ready for the exams early.
DRDO CEPTAM-11 2025: Vacancy Details
- Total Posts: 764
- Senior Technical Assistant-B: 561
- Technician-A: 203
- Short Notification: Click Here
- Application Start Date: 09/12/2025
- Official Website: Click Here
Both posts fall under technical support roles in defence research laboratories across India.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Requirement
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 28 years
(Category-wise relaxations apply as per government norms.)
Educational Qualification
- STA-B: Bachelor’s degree in relevant science subject or a diploma in engineering/technology (disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, electronics, computer science, civil, chemical etc.).
- Technician-A: ITI or trade certificate in the respective trade mentioned in the official notification.
Candidates must match their qualification with the discipline list before applying.
Salary & Benefits
- STA-B: Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
- Technician-A: Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)
In addition to basic pay, recruits will receive DA, HRA, medical facilities and other central government benefits.
Selection Process
The recruitment process will consist of written exams and trade/skill tests, depending on the post:
- For STA-B:
- Tier-1 CBT
- Tier-2 CBT (subject-based)
- For Technician-A:
- Tier-1 CBT
- Trade/Skill Test for shortlisted candidates
Application Dates & How to Apply
- Online application starts: 9 December 2025
- Expected last date: Around early January 2026 (exact date to be confirmed in full notice)
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official DRDO career page
- Click on CEPTAM-11 recruitment link
- Fill in required personal and education details
- Upload scanned documents and photograph
- Submit the form and download the acknowledgement
Keep scanned copies of ID proof, certificates and photos ready before applying.


















