What is the salary of DRDO STA-B?

STA-B falls under Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400), offering a gross salary of approx. ₹60,000+ per month initially.

Is there an interview for STA-B or Tech-A posts?

No, there is no personal interview. Selection is based on merit in the CBT and Trade Test (for Tech-A).

What is the start date for DRDO CEPTAM 11 online application?

The online application is tentatively scheduled to start on December 9, 2025.

Is B.Tech eligible for the STA-B post?

generally, candidates possessing only higher qualifications (like B.Tech/M.Tech) without the essential Diploma/B.Sc are not eligible for STA-B. You must read the specific "Essential Qualification" clause in the detailed notification.

What is the age limit for DRDO CEPTAM 11?

The age limit is 18 to 28 years for General candidates, with relaxations for reserved categories.

DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 764 STA-B & Tech-A Posts

The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), through its Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM), has released a short notice for the upcoming DRDO CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2025. This is a massive opportunity for Diploma Engineers and ITI holders to join India's top defence research organisation.

The recruitment drive aims to fill 764 vacancies for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A). The online application form is tentatively scheduled to open on December 9, 2025.

Reference Source: Official DRDO Website

Important Dates

Mark your calendar and ensure you complete the form on time:

Event	Date (Tentative)
Notification Release Date	04 December 2025
Application Start Date	09 December 2025
Last Date to Apply	08 January 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	08 January 2026
CBT Exam Date	To be Notified Later

DRDO CEPTAM-11 Vacancy Details 2025

The total 764 vacancies are divided between two major posts:

Post Code	Post Name	Total Vacancies
STA-B	Senior Technical Assistant-B	561
Tech-A	Technician-A	203
Total		764 Posts

Note: STA-B is a Group ‘B’ Non-Gazetted post, while Technician-A is a Group ‘C’ post.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B):
• Bachelor’s Degree in Science (B.Sc) OR
• Three-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology (Electronics, Computer Science, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.)
Note: Candidates with higher degrees (B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc/PhD) are NOT eligible unless they have the essential B.Sc/Diploma.
Technician-A (Tech-A):
• Class 10th (Matriculation) Pass
• ITI Certificate in relevant trade (Fitter, Electrician, COPA, Welder, etc.) issued by NCVT/SCVT.

2. Age Limit (As on 08/01/2026)

Minimum Age	18 Years
Maximum Age	28 Years

Age Relaxation:
• SC/ST: 5 Years
• OBC (NCL): 3 Years
• PwBD / ESM: As per Govt rules

Selection Process

Despite earlier confusion, GATE scores are NOT required. Selection is strictly through Computer-Based Tests (CBT).

For Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)

Tier-I (Screening Test):
CBT with sections on Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, General Awareness, English, and General Science.
Tier-II (Selection Test):
Subject-specific CBT.
Final Merit: Based on Tier-II marks only.

For Technician-A (Tech-A)

Tier-I (CBT):
Section A – General Aptitude
Section B – Trade Theory
Tier-II (Trade Test):
Practical skill test (Qualifying only)
Final Merit: Based on Tier-I marks.

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / Women: ₹0/- (Exempted)
Payment Mode: Online (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI)

How to Apply Online

Visit Official Site: Go to www.drdo.gov.in → Careers → CEPTAM-11.
Register: Use your valid Email ID and Mobile number.
Fill Application: Provide personal, academic, and communication details.
Upload Documents: Upload photo, signature, 10th/Diploma/ITI certificates.
Pay Fee: If applicable.
Submit: Take a printout for document verification.