DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025 – STA-B & Technician-A Jobs

Hi friends 👋
Good news for all diploma, B.Sc, ITI, and 10th pass candidates! Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has released the CEPTAM-11 Recruitment Notification 2025 to fill 764 vacancies for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A) posts across India.

If you are looking for a central government job under the Ministry of Defence, this is a great opportunity. Let’s go through all the details in a simple and clear way.

📌 Job Overview

🏢 Company Details – About DRDO

DRDO works under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. It is responsible for research and development of advanced defence technologies for the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Working in DRDO means job security, good salary, and a prestigious career serving the nation.

👨‍💻 Job Roles

1️⃣ Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)

• Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial
• Technical and scientific support roles in DRDO labs

2️⃣ Technician-A (Tech-A)

• Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial
• Trade-based technical work in various DRDO establishments

🎓 Educational Qualifications

For STA-B

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

For Technician-A

• 10th Class pass from a recognized board AND
• ITI Certificate in relevant trade (or equivalent as mentioned in notification)

📊 Vacancies

Vacancies are available in multiple disciplines like Computer Science, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil, Chemistry, Physics, ITI Trades, and more.

💰 Salary Details

Along with salary, candidates will get DA, HRA, TA, Medical facilities, LTC, CSD benefits, and other central government allowances.

🎂 Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years (as on 01-01-2026)

Age Relaxation (as per rules)

• OBC (NCL): 3 years
• SC/ST: 5 years
• PwBD: Up to 15 years
• Ex-Servicemen & other categories: As per Govt rules

🛠️ Job Role & Responsibilities

STA-B

• Technical support in research projects
• Handling instruments, labs, and documentation
• Assisting scientists and engineers

Technician-A

• Trade-specific technical work
• Maintenance, fabrication, operation of equipment
• Supporting lab and field activities

🎁 Other Benefits

• Central Government Job Security
• National Pension System (NPS/UPS)
• Promotions under Limited Flexible Complementing Scheme (LFCS)
• Residential quarters in DRDO campuses (where available)
• Sports and welfare facilities

📝 Selection Process

For STA-B

1. Tier-I CBT (Screening Test)
2. Tier-II CBT (Subject-Specific Test)
   (Personality test marks not considered)

For Technician-A

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

⚠️ Negative marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

🧾 Application Fee

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

✅ How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1️⃣ First step is CLICK THE APPLY LINK PROVIDED on the official DRDO website
2️⃣ Visit www.drdo.gov.in
3️⃣ Go to Careers / Vacancies → CEPTAM-11
4️⃣ Register using valid email & mobile number
5️⃣ Fill the online application form carefully
6️⃣ Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
7️⃣ Pay the application fee online
8️⃣ Submit the form and take a printout for future reference

DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025 Important Links

🔔 Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 11 December 2025
• Last Date to Apply: 01 January 2026 (23:55 hrs)
• Exam Date: To be announced

✨ Final Words

Friends, DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for technical and ITI candidates to enter a prestigious defence organization. Don’t miss this chance. Apply early, prepare well, and aim for success.