Post Date: 02 January 2026
Organization: Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)
Advertisement No.: CEPTAM-11
DRDO has released the official notification for CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2026 for the posts of Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A. A total of 764 vacancies are available. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 11 December 2025 to 11 January 2026 (Extended) through the official DRDO website.
🔔 Important Dates
- Online Application Start: 11 December 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 11 January 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 13 January 2026
- Exam Date: To be notified
- Admit Card: Available before exam
- Result Date: To be updated
Candidates are advised to verify details from the official DRDO website.
💰 Application Fee
Senior Technical Assistant-B
- Gen / OBC / EWS / MSP: ₹750
- SC / ST / PH / ESM / All Female: ₹500
Technician-A
- Gen / OBC / EWS / MSP: ₹600
- SC / ST / PH / ESM / All Female: ₹500
Fee Refund (After Tier-I Exam)
- Gen / OBC / EWS / MSP: ₹500
- SC / ST / PH / All Female: ₹500
Payment Mode (Online):
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Mobile Wallet / Cash Card
🎯 Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age relaxation will be provided as per DRDO rules.
📊 Vacancy Details (Total: 764 Posts)
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B | 561 |
| Technician-A | 203 |
🎓 Educational Qualification
Senior Technical Assistant-B
- B.Sc Degree OR
- Diploma in Engineering in relevant trade
Technician-A
- ITI Certificate in relevant trade
📝 Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Trade Test / Skill Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
🧾 How to Apply for DRDO CEPTAM-11 Online Form 2026
- Visit the official DRDO website or use the direct apply link.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents and pay the application fee.
- Submit the form before 11 January 2026.
Note: Candidates are strongly advised to read the official notification carefully before applying, especially regarding age limit, eligibility, and last date.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When did the DRDO CEPTAM-11 application start?
➡️ 11 December 2025
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
➡️ 11 January 2026
Q3. What is the age limit for DRDO CEPTAM-11?
➡️ 18 to 28 years as on 01 January 2026
Q4. What is the eligibility for CEPTAM-11 posts?
➡️
- STA-B: B.Sc or Diploma in Engineering
- Technician-A: ITI in relevant trade
Q5. What is the official website of DRDO?
➡️ https://www.drdo.gov.in
