DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2026: DRDO CEPTAM Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM), Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). A total of 764 vacancies have been announced for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A) posts.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 11 December 2025 to 11 January 2026 through the official website drdo.gov.in. This article provides complete details about eligibility, vacancies, age limit, salary, application fee, selection process, and how to apply.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM), DRDO |
| Post Name | Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B), Technician-A (Tech-A) |
| Total Vacancies | 764 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
| Start Date | 11 December 2025 |
| Last Date | 11 January 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.drdo.gov.in |
DRDO CEPTAM Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) | 561 |
| Technician-A (Tech-A) | 203 |
| Total | 764 |
DRDO CEPTAM Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B):
- B.Sc. or 3-year Diploma in relevant Engineering/Technology discipline from a recognized university/institute (as per post code).
Technician-A (Tech-A):
- 10th Pass + ITI Certificate in relevant trade from a recognized institute.
Candidates possessing higher qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc./Ph.D. are NOT eligible.
Result-awaited candidates are NOT eligible.
DRDO CEPTAM Age Limit 2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age Relaxation (As per Govt. of India Rules)
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years
- PwBD: Up to 10–15 Years
- Ex-Servicemen & Departmental Candidates: As applicable
DRDO CEPTAM Salary 2026
| Post | Pay Level | Salary (7th CPC) |
|---|---|---|
| STA-B | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Technician-A | Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Medical Facilities
- LTC, Children Education Allowance
- NPS / UPS, CSD facilities
DRDO CEPTAM Application Fee 2026
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)
| Category | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹750 |
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹500 |
Technician-A (Tech-A)
| Category | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹600 |
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹500 |
₹500 is refundable for candidates who appear in Tier-I CBT
payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
Last Fee Payment Date: 13 January 2026
DRDO CEPTAM Selection Process 2026
- Tier-I CBT (Computer Based Test)
- Tier-II CBT
- Trade/Skill Test (Technician-A)
- Descriptive Test (STA-B) – Qualifying in nature
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Final selection will be based on merit and medical fitness.
How to Apply for DRDO CEPTAM Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website: https://www.drdo.gov.in
- Click on CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2026
- Register using valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in the online application form carefully
- Upload required documents, photograph, and signature
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and download the application receipt
Only one application per post code is allowed. Multiple applications will be rejected.
Important Dates – DRDO CEPTAM 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 11 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 13 January 2026 |
| Crucial Date of Eligibility | 01 January 2026 |
| Tier-I CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
DRDO CEPTAM Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for DRDO CEPTAM 2026?
11 January 2026
Q2. How many vacancies are available in DRDO CEPTAM 11?
Total 764 vacancies
Q3. What is the age limit for DRDO CEPTAM Recruitment 2026?
18 to 28 years (with relaxation as per rules)
Q4. Is higher qualification allowed for STA-B or Tech-A?
No, candidates with higher qualifications are not eligible.
