DRDO has started a new recruitment drive under CEPTAM 11. The department will fill 764 technical posts. The registration process will start on December 9, 2025. DRDO released a short notice to inform candidates about the vacancies and the upcoming detailed notification. These posts are for different technical and support roles. You should keep checking the official website for updates because the full notice will include more details.
Vacancy OverviewÂ
DRDO will fill posts in two main groups.
You can check the post count below.
• Senior Technical Assistant B (STA B): 561 posts
• Technician A: 203 posts
• Total Vacancies: 764
DRDO will share the list of specialisations and trades in the full advertisement. This will help you check if your discipline fits the required field.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 28 years on the closing date.
There will be age relaxations for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
Education: You must hold the required technical qualification for the post you choose. STA B will need discipline based qualifications. Technician A will need trade based qualifications. The complete list of qualifications will be available in the full notification.
You should check the detailed document once it is released so you can confirm if you meet the educational conditions.
Selection Process
DRDO will conduct the selection in two stages.
Both stages are important for final selection.
• Tier 1 Computer Based Test. This is the screening exam.
• Tier 2 Test. This can be a skill test, trade test or practical test. It will depend on the post you apply for.
The detailed notice will include the syllabus of both tiers. It will also mention the number of questions, marks, exam time, and instructions. You should read these details carefully to plan your preparation.
Application Process
The application mode is online only.
Candidates cannot apply offline.
Registration will start on December 9, 2025.
You must visit the official website drdo.gov.in to fill the form.
The application link will appear on the website once the window opens.
You should keep checking the website every day so you do not miss the release of the detailed notification. All important updates, including the apply link, syllabus and exam schedule, will be available there.
This recruitment is a good chance for candidates who want a stable technical job. DRDO is a respected organisation. Many candidates prepare for CEPTAM exams every year. You should start collecting your documents now so you can apply on time. Read the notice carefully when it comes out. Follow all instructions while filling the form. This will help you avoid mistakes.
Once the detailed notification is released, you can plan your preparation for both tiers of the exam
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