DRDO CEPTAM-11 Tier-II Exam Date 2026 Out

Updated: 27 May 2026 Published: 27 May 2026
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About This Job
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has officially scheduled the Tier-II Exam for Senior Technical Assistant-B and Technician-A positions for 15 June 2026. Candidates who completed their applications by 11 January 2026 can now access their exam schedules on the official website using their Enrollment Number, Registration Number, or Date of Birth. Use the direct link provided below to quickly verify your details and stay updated on this crucial recruitment process.
Job Overview
Department Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
Post Name Senior Technician Assistant-B
Total Vacancies 764
Last Date 11/01/2026
Exam Date 23/03/2026
Important Dates
Activity Date Status
Online Apply Start Date 11/12/2025 Ended
Online Apply Last Date 11/01/2026 Ended
Exam Date 23/03/2026 Ended
Exam City Details 13/03/2026 Ended
Admit Card 20/03/2026 Ended
Answer Key 25/03/2026 Ended
Tier-I Result Date 25/05/2026 Ended
Tier-II Exam Date 15/06/2026 17 days left
Application Fee
Category Fee
SC / ST 500
Female 500
PH (Divyang) 500
Vacancy Details
Post Name Male Female General Total Post
Senior Technician Assistant-B 0 0 0 561
Technician-A 0 0 0 203
Senior Technician Assistant-B 0 0 0 0
Technician-A 0 0 0 0
Vacancy Trend (Historical)
2026
764
764 ▼ 60% vs 2022
2022
1,901
1,901

* Based on official recruitment notifications. Figures may vary by zone/category.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

18 – 28 Years
age relaxation for the CEPTAM-11 position as per their regulations

Educational Qualification

Post / Trade Qualification Required
Candidates must have a B.Sc degree or a Diploma in Engineering in the relevant trade.
Candidates must have ITI certification in the relevant trade.
CategoryMinimum AgeMaximum AgeRelaxation
General18 years28 years-
OBC18 years31 years3 years
SC/ST18 years33 years5 years
PH18 years38 years10 years
Ex-Servicemen18 years33 years5 years

Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a B.Sc degree or Diploma in Engineering in the relevant trade. ITI certification in the relevant trade is mandatory. Candidates must be Indian citizens.

Salary, Pay Scale & Benefits
ComponentAmount (Rs.)
Basic Pay (Level-6)35,400
DA (50%)17,700
HRA (24%)8,496
Transport Allowance3,600
Gross Salary65,196
NPS Deduction (10%)3,540
In-Hand Salary61,656

Additional Allowances: Risk Allowance, Medical Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Dearness Allowance, and other admissible allowances as per 7th CPC recommendations for technical posts in DRDO.

* Salary figures shown above are estimated based on the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) pay matrix. Actual salary may vary based on posting location, allowances applicable, and government revisions. Please refer to the official notification for exact pay details.

Qualification & Selection
Field Details
Min. Qualification Candidates must have a B.Sc degree or a Diploma in Engineering in the relevant trade.
Candidates must have ITI certification in the relevant trade.
Selection Process Written Exam → Skill Test → Document Verification → Medical Examination → PET → PST → Trade Test
Age Limit 18 – 28 Years
age relaxation for the CEPTAM-11 position as per their regulations
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
Online 120 Min
No negative marking (as per general overview, Tier-I has -0.25 marks for wrong answers)
Section Ques Marks
Solid Mechanics and Machine Design, Fluid and Thermal Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Automobile Engineering I, Automobile Engineering II, Industrial and Production Engineering, Drawing and Modelling
Applied Mathematics, Material and Energy Balance, Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics, Chemical Technology, Chemical Reaction Engineering, Process Plant Utilities, Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics, Mass Transfer Operations, Material Science, Process Control and Instrumentation, Process Equipment Design
Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, General Chemistry
RCC Design, Steel Design, Concrete Technology, Construction Material, Building Construction, Structural Mechanics, Transportation Engineering, Surveying, RS & GIS, Quantity Surveying, Geo-Technical Engineering, Hydraulics, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Studies, Public Health Engineering, Construction Management
Fundamentals of Computer/IT, Introduction to C Programming and Python, Data Structures and Algorithms, Database Management System and SQL Queries, Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Computer System Organisation, Computer Networks, Web Technologies, Object Oriented Programming, Digital Electronics/Switching Theory and Logical Devices
Electrical Machine, Generation, Transmission and Distribution of Electrical Power, Electrical Circuit and Analysis, Electronics Component and Device, Digital Electronics, Microcontroller Microprocessor And Peripheral devices, Control System, Electrical and Electronics Instrumentation and Measurement, Industrial Electronics and Control, Electrical and Electronics Engineering Materials, Maintenance and Repair of Electrical & Electronics Equipment, Advanced Topics
Electrical and Electronics Materials, Electricity and Magnetism, Electrical Engineering Drawing, Estimation & Costing, Electrical Circuit Analysis, Electrical Machines, Electrical Power Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Engineering and Electronics & Micro Processor
Applied Mathematics, Electronic Components and Devices, RF and Microwave Engineering, Digital Electronics, Electronic Devices and Circuits, Microprocessor And Peripheral devices, Electronics Instrumentation and Measurement, C Programming, Wireless and Mobile Communication System, Control Systems, Optical Fibre and Satellite Communication, Principles of Analog and Digital Communication, Microcontrollers and Embedded System
General Geology, Geomorphology, Structural Geology and Petrology, Engineering Geology, Hydro Geology, Remote sensing and GIS
Applied Mathematics, Electronic Components and Devices, Digital Electronics, Electronics Instrumentation and Measurement, Transducers, Display and Recorders, Instrumentation Magnetic Circuits and Electrical Machines, Electronic Devices and Circuits, Microprocessor (8085) and Microcontroller (8051), Programming in C Language, Industrial and Process Control, Control System, Process Instrumentation
Applied Mathematics, Electronic Components and Devices, Digital Electronics, Electronics Instrumentation and Measurement, Control System, Magnetic Circuits and Electrical Machines, Electronic Devices and Circuits, Microprocessor (8085) and Peripheral devices, Programming in C Language, Signal Transmission Recording and Display, Transducer & Application, Process Instrumentation
Library, Information and Society, ICT Fundamentals, Information Sources, Knowledge organisation, Scholarly Communication, Management of Library and Information Centre, Information Products and services, ICT in libraries, Ethics
Algebra and Linear Algebra, Vector Analysis, Calculus, Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Differential Equations, Numerical methods, Statistics and Probability Theory, 3-dimensional Coordinate Geometry, Operations Research and Basics of Computer Programming
Applied Mathematics, Engineering Drawing and CAD/CAM/CIM, Solid Mechanics and Machine Design, Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines, Thermal and Heat Transfer and Refrigeration & Air-conditioning, IC Engines, Engineering materials, Production Engineering and Industrial Engineering
Detailed Syllabus

General Intelligence & Reasoning

  • Analogies, Similarities, Differences
  • Space Visualization, Problem Solving
  • Analysis, Judgment, Decision Making
  • Visual Memory, Discrimination
  • Observation, Relationship
  • Arithmetical Reasoning, Verbal and Figure Classification

Recommended Books: 📖A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoningby R.S. AggarwalBuy

Numerical Aptitude

  • Number Systems, Computation of Whole Numbers
  • Decimals and Fractions, Relationship between Numbers
  • Percentage, Ratio and Proportion
  • Square Roots, Averages, Interest
  • Profit and Loss, Discount
  • Time and Work, Time and Distance

Recommended Books: 📖Quantitative Aptitudeby R.S. AggarwalBuy

General Awareness

  • Current Affairs - National and International
  • Sports, Awards and Honours
  • Indian History and Culture
  • Geography - Physical, Social, Economic
  • Indian Constitution and Politics
  • Economic Scene in India

Recommended Books: 📖Lucent's General Knowledge (Lucent Publications)Buy

General Science

  • Physics - Motion, Force, Energy
  • Chemistry - Elements, Compounds, Acids and Bases
  • Biology - Human Body, Diseases
  • Environmental Science

Recommended Books: 📖Objective General Scienceby Pranav KumarBuy

Selection Process
  • Stage 1: Computer Based Test (Tier-I) - Screening test covering General Intelligence, Numerical Aptitude, General Awareness, and General Science
  • Stage 2: Computer Based Test (Tier-II) - Technical/Trade specific knowledge test for qualified candidates
  • Stage 3: Skill Test - Practical assessment of technical skills relevant to the post
  • Stage 4: Document Verification - Original certificates and testimonials verification
  • Stage 5: Medical Examination - Comprehensive medical fitness test
  • Stage 6: Final Merit List - Based on combined performance in all stages
Preparation Tips & Strategy
  • Focus on technical subjects related to your trade/specialization for Tier-II preparation
  • Practice numerical aptitude daily using shortcuts and time-saving techniques
  • Stay updated with current affairs, especially science and technology developments
  • Solve previous year question papers to understand exam pattern
  • Take regular mock tests to improve speed and accuracy
  • Strengthen basic concepts in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for General Science section

Recommended Books

SubjectBook NameAuthor
Reasoning📖A Modern Approach to Verbal ReasoningBuyR.S. Aggarwal
Quantitative Aptitude📖Fast Track Objective ArithmeticBuyRajesh Verma
General Knowledge📖Lucent's General KnowledgeBuyLucent Publications
General Science📖Objective General ScienceBuyPranav Kumar
Technical Knowledge📖DRDO Technical Assistant GuideBuyArihant Experts

Online Mock Tests & Practice

  • 📝 Testbook - DRDO CEPTAM Mock Test PackTestbook
  • 📝 Oliveboard - DRDO Technical Posts Mock TestsTestbook
  • 📝 Gradeup - DRDO CEPTAM Complete Test SeriesTestbook
How To Apply
  1. Open your internet browser on your mobile phone or computer.
  2. Visit the official website of DRDO.
  3. On the homepage, go to the “Careers / Recruitment” section.
  4. Look for the link titled “DRDO CEPTAM-11 Tier-I Result 2026”.
  5. Click on the Tier-I Result link.
  6. Enter your Registration Number / Application Number and Date of Birth or Password.
  7. Fill in the captcha code if required.
  8. Click on the Login / Submit button.
  9. Your Tier-I Result will appear on the screen.
Documents Required
  • Identity: Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License
  • Education: 10th Certificate, 12th Certificate, Degree/Diploma Certificate, ITI Certificate, Mark Sheets
  • Category Certificate: Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC), EWS Certificate, PH Certificate
  • Experience: Experience certificates (if applicable), Trade/Technical certificates
  • Photo & Signature: Recent passport size photographs, Signature specimens
  • Other: Domicile Certificate, Character Certificate, Medical Fitness Certificate
About Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) was established in 1958 by merging the Technical Development Establishment and Directorate of Technical Development & Production. Headquartered in New Delhi, DRDO is India's premier defense research organization under the Ministry of Defence. It operates over 50 laboratories across the country, focusing on developing defense technologies including aeronautics, armaments, electronics, combat vehicles, engineering systems, instrumentation, missiles, advanced computing, simulation, life sciences, materials, naval systems, and nuclear medicine.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1 When will the DRDO CEPTAM-11 Answer Key 2026 be released?
The answer key is usually released after the examination on the official website
2 What are DRDO CEPTAM-11 Answer Key 2026?
The admit card inform candidates about the city where their examination center will be located before the release of the admit card
3 How can candidates check the DRDO CEPTAM-11 Answer Key?
Candidates can check the exam city by logging into the portal using their Registration Number / Application Number and Date of Birth or Password
4 Is the exam city slip the same as the answer key?
The official website for DRDO is https://www.drdo.gov.in/drdo/en/offerings/vacancies
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