DRDO CEPTAM-11 Exam Date 2026

Tier-I CBT Scheduled on 23 March 2026

DRDO has released the official exam schedule for CEPTAM-11 recruitment under Advertisement No. CEPTAM-11. Candidates who successfully submitted their application forms can now gear up for the first stage of the selection process. The Tier-I CBT exam will act as a screening test for shortlisting candidates for the next stage.


Admit cards for the exam will be released soon on the official DRDO CEPTAM portal. Candidates must regularly check the website to download their hall ticket before the examination.


🔻Why this recruitment is important?

DRDO is one of India’s premier defence research organizations. Jobs under CEPTAM provide stable government employment along with good salary and growth opportunities in the defence sector. Technical graduates, diploma holders, and ITI candidates get a chance to work in advanced research labs and defence projects.


🔻Step-by-Step Guide to Download DRDO Admit Card

Visit the official DRDO CEPTAM website.  

Click on the link for “CEPTAM-11 Admit Card”.  

Login using your registration number and password/date of birth.  

Download your admit card.  

Check exam center, reporting time, and instructions carefully.  

Take a printout and carry it to the exam center.


Pro Tip: Verify your name, photo, and exam details on the admit card. Carry a valid photo ID along with the hall ticket on exam day.


🔻Total Vacancy Overview

DRDO CEPTAM-11 recruitment is being conducted for **764 total posts**.


Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) : 561 Posts  

Technician-A : 203 Posts  

Total : 764 Posts


🔻Educational Qualification

Senior Technical Assistant-B  

B.Sc degree OR Diploma in related engineering discipline.


Technician-A  

10th Pass + ITI certificate in relevant trade.


Candidates must check discipline/trade-wise eligibility in the official notification.


🔻Age Limit

Minimum Age : 18 Years  

Maximum Age : 28 Years  

Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.


🔻Selection Process

The DRDO CEPTAM-11 recruitment process includes several stages:


Stage 1 : Tier-I Screening CBT Exam  

Stage 2 : Tier-II Mains Written Exam  

Stage 3 : Trade Test (Only for Technician-A)  

Stage 4 : Document Verification  

Stage 5 : Medical Examination


Candidates must qualify each stage to move to the next.


🔻Salary Structure

Senior Technical Assistant-B  

Pay Level-6 : ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400


Technician-A  

Pay Level-2 : ₹19,900 – ₹63,200


Along with basic pay, employees receive allowances such as DA, HRA, medical benefits, and other government facilities.


🔻Preparation Strategy for the Exam

Candidates preparing for CEPTAM-11 should focus on:


Technical subjects of their discipline/trade  

General awareness and reasoning practice  

Previous year CEPTAM papers  

Regular mock tests to improve speed and accuracy


Consistent revision and mock practice will help in clearing the Tier-I screening test.


🔻Next Stages After Tier-I Exam

Stage Expected Timeline

Tier-I CBT Exam 23 March 2026

Admit Card Release Before Exam

Tier-I Result Expected after exam

Tier-II Exam To be announced

Document Verification After final result


🔻FAQs❓

Q1. What is the Tier-I exam date for DRDO CEPTAM-11?

The Tier-I CBT exam will be conducted on 23 March 2026.


Q2. How many total vacancies are available?

A total of 764 posts have been announced.


Q3. When will the admit card be released?

Admit cards will be available soon before the exam.


Q4. What is the qualification for STA-B post?

B.Sc or Diploma in related engineering discipline.


Q5. Is there a trade test in the selection process?

Yes, trade test is applicable for Technician-A posts.