DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment: Apply For 764 Vacancies By Jan 1; Salary Up To Rs 1,12,400

DRDO CEPTAM 11: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has started the registration process for the Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM). Candidates can apply online for DRDO CEPTAM 11 by

visiting the official website, drdo.gov.in. The deadline for submitting applications is January 1, 2026, and the last date for paying application fees is January 3, 2026. The correction window will be open from January 4 to January 6, 2026.

There are a total of 764 vacancies available for technical positions in the DRDO CEPTAM Recruitment 2025. The highest number of vacancies are for the Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) position, with 561 vacancies. The Technician-A (TECH-A) position has 203 vacancies. The number of vacancies for the Admin and Allied (A&A) position is not specified in the vacancy table.

DRDO CEPTAM 11: Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: To apply for the Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) posts, applicants must have completed B.Sc. or Diploma in relevant engineering field. For Technician A posts, candidates must have cleared class 10 or matriculation along with ITI certificate in the relevant field. Furthermore, only India nationals can apply.

Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 to 28 years as of January 1, 2026. As per rules, age relaxation has been given to reserved category candidates.

DRDO CEPTAM 2025: Steps To Apply

Step 1: Visit the official website – drdo.gov.in.

Step 2: Click on the DRDO CEPTAM link on the home page.

Step 3: Complete the application form. Pay the required fees, upload the necessary documents.

Step 4: Submit the form and print a copy for future reference.

DRDO CEPTAM 11: Selection Process

The selection process includes 5 stages — a written examination, followed by a trade test or skill test. Those who clear these two rounds will advance to the document verification round followed by medical examination. Thereafter, DRDO will release the Final Merit List.

DRDO CEPTAM 11: Salary Details

Those selected for the posts of Senior Technical Assistant-B will be paid salary ranging between Rs 35400 to Rs 112400 (Level-6). Technician-A (Tech-A) will get salary ranging between Rs 19900 to Rs 63200 (Level-2).