The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has officially released the detailed recruitment notification (CEPTAM-11/DRTC) for the selection of eligible candidates for DRDO CEPTAM-11 Senior Technical Assistant-B & Technician-A Recruitment 2026. Interested candidates who fulfill the eligibility conditions can review the detailed breakdown of vacancies, educational qualifications, age criteria, salary package, and application procedure below.
Recruitment Fast Facts
- Conducting Organization: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- Post / Role: DRDO CEPTAM-11 Senior Technical Assistant-B & Technician-A Recruitment 2026
- Advertisement Ref: CEPTAM-11/DRTC
- Total Vacancies: 1,901 Posts (STA-B: 1,075 | Tech-A: 826)
- Educational Criteria: STA-B: Bachelor’s Degree in Science or 3-year Diploma in Engineering in specified subject | Tech-A: 10th Class pass with ITI certificate in specified trade
- Age Limit: 18 to 28 Years (Relaxation: OBC 3 yrs, SC/ST 5 yrs, PwBD 10 yrs)
- Remuneration / Pay Scale: STA-B: Pay Level 6 (₹ 35,400 to ₹ 1,12,400) | Tech-A: Pay Level 2 (₹ 19,900 to ₹ 63,200)
- Job Location: DRDO Laboratories and Establishments across India
- Employment Type: Regular Defence Research & Development Technical Service
- Selection Process: Tier-I CBT (Screening), Tier-II CBT (Subject/Trade Specific) followed by Trade Test for Tech-A
Key Deadlines and Schedule
Candidates must take note of the crucial dates below to ensure timely submission before the registration portal closes:
| Notification Release Date | 03 Sep 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 Sep 2026 (05:00 PM IST) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 23 Sep 2026 |
| Examination / Selection Schedule | January 2027 |
Application Fee Details
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹ 100/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates: Nil (Women, SC, ST, PwBD, ESM exempted)
- Payment Mode: Online mode through Net Banking, Credit / Debit Card, UPI
Selection Procedure & Stages
The recruitment process strictly follows the official recruitment rules outlined by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO):
- Stage 1 (Screening / Prelims): Computer-Based Test (CBT) or preliminary written examination to assess foundational aptitude.
- Stage 2 (Mains / Technical Examination): Subject-specific or comprehensive examination evaluating core competency.
- Stage 3 (Interview / Skill Evaluation): Personality test, document verification, and physical/skill assessment where applicable.
- Stage 4 (Final Merit & Medical): Preparation of category-wise merit list followed by mandatory medical fitness verification.
Required Documents for Application
- Valid Aadhaar Card or Government Identity Proof
- Recent Passport-Size Color Photograph and Scanned Signature
- Educational Mark Sheets and Degree Certificates (Matriculation onward)
- Category / Caste / EWS / PwD Certificate (if claiming reservation)
- Active Mobile Number and Email ID for OTP verification and correspondence
Direct Official Recruitment & Application Links
Verified Primary Source: 10 Oct 2026
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