Brief Overview
The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has announced the CEPTAM-11 recruitment drive for 2026, offering promising career opportunities for skilled individuals. This recruitment aims to fill a total of 764 positions for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A roles. Aspiring candidates are encouraged to review the official notification thoroughly and submit their applications online within the specified timeframe, from December 11, 2025, to January 11, 2026.
Key Highlights
- Organization: Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)
- Advertisement No.: CEPTAM-11
- Total Vacancies: 764 Posts
- Post Names: Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B), Technician-A
- Application Start Date: 11 December 2025
- Application Last Date: 11 January 2026 (Extended)
- Age Limit: 18 to 28 Years as on 01 January 2026 (Age relaxation applicable as per rules)
- Selection Process: Written Examination, Trade Test/Skill Test, Document Verification, Medical Examination
Vacancy Details
Below are the detailed vacancy distribution and essential qualification requirements for each post:
| Post Name |
Total Vacancies |
Qualification |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) |
561 |
Candidates must possess a B.Sc degree or a Diploma in Engineering in the relevant trade. |
| Technician-A |
203 |
Candidates must hold an ITI certification in the relevant trade. |
Important Dates
Keep track of these crucial dates for the DRDO CEPTAM-11 recruitment:
| Event |
Date |
| Online Application Start Date |
11 December 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date |
11 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
13 January 2026 |
| Exam Date |
To be notified soon |
| Admit Card Availability |
Before Exam |
| Result Date |
Will be updated soon |
Application Fee
Applicants are required to pay the following non-refundable application fees:
- For Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) Post:
- General / OBC / EWS / MSP candidates: ₹ 750/-
- SC / ST / PH / ESM / All Female candidates: ₹ 500/-
- For Technician-A Post:
- General / OBC / EWS / MSP candidates: ₹ 600/-
- SC / ST / PH / ESM / All Female candidates: ₹ 500/-
Fee Refund (After Tier-I Exam)
- For General / OBC / EWS / MSP candidates: ₹ 500/-
- For SC / ST / PH / All Female candidates: ₹ 500/-
Payment Mode: Fees can be paid online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications for the DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2026 by following these steps:
- Visit the official DRDO website or use the direct “Apply Online” link provided in the important links section below.
- Carefully read the complete official notification to understand all eligibility criteria, instructions, and guidelines before proceeding.
- Click on the online application link and register yourself if you are a new user, or log in if already registered.
- Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and other required details.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, photographs, and signatures as per the specified format and size.
- Proceed to pay the application fee online through the available payment gateways.
- Review all entered information thoroughly before final submission to avoid any errors.
- Submit the application form and take a printout of the submitted form for your records.
- Ensure your application is completed and submitted successfully before the deadline of January 11, 2026.
