DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 561 STA-B & 203 Technician-A Vacancies

Vacancies are distributed across disciplines such as:

• Computer Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electronics & Communication
• Electrical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Mathematics
• Psychology
• Library Science
• And many more.

Each discipline has specific educational qualifications (Diploma/B.Sc), as per DRDO rules.

? Technician-A (Tech-A)

Total: 203 Vacancies

Technician-A posts include various ITI trades under Group ‘C’, offering stable government job opportunities for technical candidates.

? DRDO CEPTAM-11 Salary Details 2026

? Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)

• Pay Matrix Level-6 (?35,400 – ?1,12,400)
• DA + HRA + TA + Other Govt. allowances

? Technician-A

• Pay Matrix Level-2 (?19,900 – ?63,200)
• Additional allowances as per central government norms.

? DRDO CEPTAM-11 Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational Qualification

• STA-B:
  • Diploma in relevant engineering discipline OR
  • B.Sc in relevant science field
  • Higher qualifications like B.Tech, M.Tech, MSc, PhD are NOT eligible
• Tech-A:
  • ITI + relevant trade certificate (as per post codes)

Age Limit (Common for Both Posts)

• 18 to 28 years
• Age relaxation applicable for:
  • SC / ST
  • OBC
  • PwBD
  • Ex-servicemen
  • Central Govt. employees

? Selection Process for DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment

The selection procedure includes:

1?? Tier-I Exam (CBT)

• Objective type
• Screening test
• Depending on the post discipline

2?? Tier-II Exam (CBT / Trade Test)

• For STA-B: CBT (subject specific)
• For Tech-A: Trade Test (skill-based)

3?? Document Verification

4?? Medical Examination

? How to Apply for DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to apply online:

1. Visit the official website: drdo.gov.in
2. Go to Careers ? CEPTAM Recruitment
3. Click on CEPTAM-11 DRTC Application Link
4. Register with email ID & mobile number
5. Fill out the online application form
6. Upload required documents
7. Pay the application fee
8. Submit and download the application form

Important Links

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? Why Join DRDO?

• Work on cutting-edge defence research
• Central Government permanent job
• Excellent pay & allowances
• Opportunities for learning & skill development
• Nation-building contribution
• Women candidates are encouraged to apply
• Posting across India in DRDO labs/units

? Conclusion

DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest government job opportunities for Diploma, B.Sc, and ITI candidates.
With 764 total vacancies, this is the perfect time to secure a prestigious technical role under the Ministry of Defence.

Candidates are advised to read the full notification and apply before the last date.