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  • Center for Personnel Talent Management (DRDO CEPTAM) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 764 Senior Technical Assistant B and Technician A Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official DRDO CEPTAM website. The last date to submit the application form is 01-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the DRDO CEPTAM Senior Technical Assistant B and Technician A Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

DRDO CEPTAM-11 STA-B & Technician-A Recruitment 2026 Overview

Company NameCenter for Personnel Talent Management ( CEPTAM DRDO)
Post NameSenior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) & Technician-A (Tech-A)
No of Posts764
SalarySTA-B: Level 6 (Rs. 35,400–1,12,400); Technician-A: Level 2 (Rs. 19,900–63,200) as per 7th CPC
QualificationDiploma, B.Sc, 10TH, ITI
Age Limit18–28 years; relaxation as per Govt. of India rules
Start Date for Apply11/12/2025
Last Date for Apply11/01/2026
Official Websitehttps://www.drdo.gov.in

DRDO CEPTAM-11 STA-B & Technician-A Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

Post NameTotal Posts
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)561
Technician-A (Tech-A)203
Total764

Eligibility Criteria

  • Essential Qualification (STA-B): B.Sc. or 3-year Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline from recognized university/institute (as per post code)
  • Essential Qualification (Tech-A): 10th Pass + ITI Certificate in relevant trade from recognized institute
  • Candidates possessing higher qualifications (M.Sc., B.Tech, B.E., Ph.D. etc.) as on crucial date of eligibility are NOT eligible
  • Result-awaited candidates as on crucial date are NOT eligible

Salary/Stipend

  • Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B): Pay Matrix Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) as per 7th CPC
  • Technician-A (Tech-A): Pay Matrix Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) as per 7th CPC
  • Other benefits: Dearness Allowance, HRA, Transport Allowance, Children Education Allowance, LTC, Medical facilities, CSD, NPS/UPS etc.

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 28 Years
  • Upper age relaxation as per Government of India rules (SC/ST: 5 yrs, OBC-NCL: 3 yrs, PwBD: up to 10/13/15 yrs, ESM, Departmental candidates etc.)

Application Fee

S.No.PostCandidate CategoryApplication Fee (Non-Refundable) (A)*Refundable Fee (B)Total Fee to be Paid with Application (A+B)
1STA-BUR / OBC / EWS / MSP / Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen250/-500/-750/-
Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-ServicemenNil500/-500/-
2TECH-AGeneral / OBC / EWS / MSP100/-500/-600/-
Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-ServicemenNil500/-500/-
  • *Refundable Fee: An amount of ₹500/- shall be refunded only to those candidates who appear in Tier-I CBT.
  • Note: Ex-servicemen who have already secured employment in civil side under Central Government on regular basis after availing of the benefits of reservation given to Ex-servicemen for their re-employment are NOT eligible for fee waiver. Such Ex-servicemen have to pay fee according to their respective category.
  • Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances.
  • Payment Mode: Online only (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI).
  • Last date for payment of application fee: 13.01.2026 (23:55 Hours)

Selection Process

  • The selection process will comprise of Computer Based Test (CBT) Tier-I and Tier-II followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.
  • Tier-I (CBT): Provisional selection on the basis of marks obtained in Tier-I exam.
  • Tier-II (CBT): Trade/Skill Test (for Technician-A) or Descriptive Test (for STA-B) – qualifying in nature.
  • Final selection will be based on combined merit of Tier-I and Tier-II marks (where applicable) and subject to medical fitness.
  • Date of Tier-I Exam (CBT) will be announced on DRDO website.

How to Apply

  • Candidates must apply online only through the official website https://www.drdo.gov.in.
  • Before filling the online application, candidates are advised to read the complete advertisement carefully.
  • One candidate can apply for only one post code. Multiple applications for different post codes will lead to cancellation.
  • Candidates must fill all required details, upload photograph, signature and relevant documents/certificates in prescribed format.
  • After successful submission, candidates should take a printout of the application for future reference.
  • No hard copy/postal application will be accepted.
  • Online application window: 11.12.2025 to 11.01.2026 (23:55 Hours).

General Information/Instructions

  • All eligibility conditions will be determined with reference to the crucial date of eligibility i.e. 01.01.2026.
  • Candidates possessing higher qualification (M.Sc., B.Tech, B.E., Ph.D., etc.) as on crucial date are NOT eligible.
  • Candidates whose result of final qualifying examination is awaited as on crucial date are NOT eligible.
  • Only Indian Nationals need apply.
  • Selected candidates will have All India service liability and are liable to serve anywhere in India including field/remote areas.
  • Candidates must serve minimum five years at the first place of posting. No request for transfer will be entertained during this period.
  • Provisionally shortlisted candidates will be called for Document Verification and Medical Examination.
  • Candidates must be in good mental and physical health. Night blindness or colour blindness will lead to disqualification.
  • Any dispute will be subject to courts/tribunals having jurisdiction over Delhi only.
  • DRDO reserves the right to increase/decrease vacancies or cancel the recruitment without assigning any reason.
  • Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.

Important Dates

EventDate
Crucial Date of Eligibility01.01.2026
Opening Date for Online Application11.12.2025
Closing Date for Submission of Online Application11.01.2026 (23:55 Hours)
Last Date of Application Fee Payment13.01.2026 (23:55 Hours)
Correction Window Dates16.01.2026 – 06.01.2026 (23:55 Hours)
Date of Tier-I Exam (CBT)To be announced on DRDO website

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