Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) — Ministry of Defence
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has issued an official recruitment notification for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) & Technician-A (Tech-A), announcing a total of 764 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 11 December 2025 and closes on 11 January 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Relevant Diploma/Degree for STA-B and ITI/Matriculation for Technician-A and be within the prescribed age limit of As per official DRDO CEPTAM norms, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of As per 7th CPC Pay Scale. The selection procedure comprises Tier-I (Screening) and Tier-II (Trade/Skill Test). For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Fee Payment Deadline | 13 Jan 2026 |
|---|---|
| Exam Date | 15 Jun 2026 |
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has officially announced the Tier-II examination date for the CEPTAM-11 recruitment cycle. This is a critical stage for candidates who have successfully cleared the Tier-I examination for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and Technician-A (Tech-A) positions. With the final selection process approaching, candidates must now shift their focus to subject-specific technical mastery.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Tier-II Exam Date | 2026-06-15 |
| Admit Card Release | Expected shortly |
The Tier-II exam is designed to assess technical proficiency in your respective trade or discipline. The paper consists of 100 objective-type questions to be completed in 120 minutes. Negative marking is applicable, so accuracy is paramount.
Preparation Tips:
The DRDO will release the admit cards via the official portal shortly. Candidates will be required to log in with their registration credentials. Ensure you carry a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.) and a clear printout of your hall ticket on the exam day.
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