Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) – CEPTAM has released Advt No. CEPTAM-11 for recruitment of 764 posts including 561 Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) and 203 Technician-A (Tech-A). Online applications open from 11 December 2025 to 1 January 2026.
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 Exam Pattern & SyllabusAdvt No. CEPTAM-11 | Short Details of NotificationWWW.GOVFORMHUB.COM |
Selection Process
| Post | Tier-I | Tier-II | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|
| STA-B | CBT (150 Q) | CBT Subject-Specific (120 Q) + Personality Test | Document Verification |
| Tech-A | CBT (150 Q) | CBT Subject-Specific (120 Q) + Trade Test (Qualifying) | Document Verification |
Exam Pattern : DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025
Tier-I (Common – Both Posts)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Science | 40 | 40 | 120 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude/Math | 40 | 40 | |
| General Intelligence/Reasoning | 40 | 40 | |
| General English | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 MCQs | 150 | 120 Min |
Marking: +1 per correct, Negative: -0.25 per wrong
Qualifying: UR/OBC/EWS: 40%, SC/ST/PwBD: 35%.
Tier-II STA-B
- CBT Subject-Specific: 120 Questions, 120 Marks, 120 Min
- Personality Test: Qualifying
Tier-II Tech-A
- CBT Subject-Specific: 120 Questions, 120 Marks, 90 Min
- Trade Test: Qualifying (Hands-on skill assessment)
Detailed Syllabus
Tier-I Syllabus
General Science (40 Q):
- Physics: Mechanics, Heat, Light, Electricity, Magnetism
- Chemistry: Elements, Compounds, Acids-Bases, Metals
- Biology: Human Body, Nutrition, Diseases, Plants, Environment
Quantitative Aptitude (40 Q):
- Number System, Simplification, Percentage
- Profit-Loss, Ratio, Average, Time & Work
- Mensuration, Algebra, Geometry, DI
Reasoning (40 Q):
- Series, Analogy, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations
- Puzzles, Seating, Syllogism, Direction Sense
English (30 Q):
- Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Synonyms-Antonyms, Error Spotting
Tier-II Subject-Specific (Branch/Trade Wise)
STA-B (Diploma Level):
- Mechanical: Thermodynamics, SOM, Manufacturing, FM
- Electrical: Circuits, Machines, Power Systems
- Electronics: Digital, Analog, Microprocessors, Networks
- Chemical: Processes, Heat/Mass Transfer
- Civil: Structures, Geotech, Surveying
Tech-A (ITI Trades):
- Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Machinist, Turner, etc. – Trade Theory + Practical Knowledge
7-Day Preparation Tips
- Day 1-2: Tier-I General Science + Quant
- Day 3: Reasoning + English
- Day 4: Tier-II Subject Revision
- Day 5: Full Tier-I Mock (150 Q)
- Day 6: Previous Papers + Trade Test Practice
- Day 7: Weak Areas + Personality Prep
Important Links:
| Apply Online | Click Here |
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| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | CLICK HERE |
FAQs : DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025
- Total Vacancies? 764
- Negative Marking? Yes (-0.25)
- Trade Test? Tech-A only (Qualifying)
- Age Limit: 18-28 years (relaxations apply)
- Mode: Computer Based Test
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