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Recruiting Authority
Defence Research & Development Organisation
Advt No: CEPTAM-11/STA-B
Total Vacancies
1,075 Posts
All India DRDO Labs
Last Date to Apply
25 September 2026
Application Window Closed
Minimum Qualification
Diploma in Engineering or B.Sc in relevant scientific disciplines
Refer details below for post-wise norms
Age Limit
18 – 28 Years
Category relaxations applicable
Salary / Pay Scale
Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400)
Parent Examination
DRDO Entry Test CEPTAM-11 (STA-B & Tech-A)
Recruitment Overview
Work on cutting-edge missile, radar, aeronautical and cyber defence technologies in DRDO premier national laboratories.
Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post / Designation Name | Number of Vacancies | Prescribed Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Mechanical Engg) | 294 Posts | 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Electronics & Communication) | 290 Posts | 3-year Diploma in ECE / Electronics Engg |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Computer Science / IT) | 167 Posts | B.Sc in Computer Science or Diploma in CS/IT |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Electrical Engg) | 68 Posts | 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Chemistry) | 58 Posts | B.Sc Degree in Chemistry from recognized university |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Physics) | 32 Posts | B.Sc Degree in Physics from recognized university |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Civil / Chemical / Other) | 166 Posts | Relevant B.Sc Degree or 3-year Engineering Diploma |
Post / Designation Name:Senior Technical Assistant-B (Mechanical Engg)
Senior Technical Assistant-B (Mechanical Engg)
294 Posts
3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
Post / Designation Name:Senior Technical Assistant-B (Electronics & Communication)
Senior Technical Assistant-B (Electronics & Communication)
290 Posts
3-year Diploma in ECE / Electronics Engg
Post / Designation Name:Senior Technical Assistant-B (Computer Science / IT)
Senior Technical Assistant-B (Computer Science / IT)
167 Posts
B.Sc in Computer Science or Diploma in CS/IT
Post / Designation Name:Senior Technical Assistant-B (Electrical Engg)
Senior Technical Assistant-B (Electrical Engg)
68 Posts
3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering
Post / Designation Name:Senior Technical Assistant-B (Chemistry)
Senior Technical Assistant-B (Chemistry)
58 Posts
B.Sc Degree in Chemistry from recognized university
Post / Designation Name:Senior Technical Assistant-B (Physics)
Senior Technical Assistant-B (Physics)
32 Posts
B.Sc Degree in Physics from recognized university
Post / Designation Name:Senior Technical Assistant-B (Civil / Chemical / Other)
Senior Technical Assistant-B (Civil / Chemical / Other)
166 Posts
Relevant B.Sc Degree or 3-year Engineering Diploma
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits
Prescribed Essential Qualifications, Age Limits, and Interactive Pre-Check
Statutory Rules
Educational Qualification
- Diploma in Engineering or B.Sc in relevant scientific disciplines
Degrees/diplomas must be from a recognised university/board before the crucial date.
Age Limit & Relaxations
Standard Age Range18 to 28 years as on 25 September 2026
Upper Age Relaxation (Reserved Categories)
SC/ST: 5 years | OBC-NCL: 3 years | PwBD: 10 years | ESM as per Central Govt rules
Age calculation is as per the crucial date prescribed in the official advertisement.
Instant Eligibility Pre-Check
Evaluate your preliminary match against prescribed statutory age and qualification rules
Post-Wise Educational Criteria
| Post Name | Vacancies | Prescribed Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Mechanical Engg) | 294 | 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Electronics & Communication) | 290 | 3-year Diploma in ECE / Electronics Engg |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Computer Science / IT) | 167 | B.Sc in Computer Science or Diploma in CS/IT |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Electrical Engg) | 68 | 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Chemistry) | 58 | B.Sc Degree in Chemistry from recognized university |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Physics) | 32 | B.Sc Degree in Physics from recognized university |
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (Civil / Chemical / Other) | 166 | Relevant B.Sc Degree or 3-year Engineering Diploma |
Verification Note: Candidate eligibility is subject to physical verification of original certificates, category credentials, and compliance with the official advertisement conditions at the time of document verification. Digital Dwara displays potentially eligible indicators based strictly on published parameters.
Unified Recruitment JourneyAdvt: CEPTAM-11/STA-BOfficial Gazette Verified
DRDO Entry Test CEPTAM-11 (STA-B & Tech-A)
Conducting Authority: Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
Journey Progress33%
Online Application
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Current Active Stage
Tier 1 Examination (CBT)
Next Stage
Recruitment Concluded
Official Verification
9 Sept 2026
Quick Recruitment Actions & Releases
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Tier 1 Examination (CBT)
(टियर 1 परीक्षा (सीबीटी))CompletedActive Stage12 Nov 2026
Stage-Specific Resources & Downloads (Isolated to Tier 1 Examination (CBT))
Syllabus not released
Admit Card awaited
Previous papers not uploaded
Answer key awaited
Result awaited
Cut off marks awaited
Official Conducting Authority: Defence Research & Development OrganisationTier-1 Verified
Gazette verified per official calendar: 9 Sept 2026
Application Fee
Category-wise fee & payment modes
Fee Structure
General / OBC / EWS Male: ₹100 | All Women / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM: Exempted (Nil) | Mode: Online via Credit/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI
Payment Mode: Online via official payment gateway as prescribed by the recruiting authority.
Keep fee receipt/challan reference number safe for application submission confirmation.
Selection Process
Recruitment examination stages
- 1Stage 1: Tier-I Computer Based Test (CBT - Screening Objective, 120 Marks)
- 2Stage 2: Shortlisting for Tier-II in 1:8 ratio based on Tier-I normalized scores
- 3Stage 3: Tier-II Computer Based Test (CBT - Subject Specific, 100 Marks)
- 4Stage 4: Final Selection Merit List based strictly on Tier-II Marks followed by Document Verification
Scheme / Pattern of Examination
- Tier-I CBT (Screening): 120 Questions, 120 Marks, 90 Minutes (Aptitude, Reasoning, General Awareness, English, General Science)
- Tier-II CBT (Selection): 100 Questions specific to Subject / Post Code, 100 Marks, 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking: There will be NO negative marking for wrong answers in Tier-I and Tier-II
Merit list will be prepared based on marks secured in competitive stages as per guidelines.
Online Application Prerequisites
Candidate Document Preparation Checklist
Assemble and verify legible scanned copies before beginning your online registration on the recruiting authority portal. This prevents rejected submissions and session timeouts.
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Tick documents below as you verify and assemble physical or scanned copies.
Matriculation / 10th Certificate (Age Proof & Date of Birth Verification)Mandatory
Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets (Diploma / Degree)Mandatory
Caste / Category Certificate (SC / ST / OBC / EWS) in prescribed format (if applicable)Mandatory
Valid Photo Identity Card (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence)Mandatory
Recent Passport-Size Color Photograph (Scanned JPG/PNG under 50KB)Mandatory
Scanned Specimen Signature (Black or blue ink on plain white paper)Mandatory
Tip: Ensure that the applicant name, father's name, and date of birth match character-for-character across all documents to prevent verification delays.
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