DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025-26: Registration Begins for 561 Posts

12 Dec 2025 17:49 IST

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) opened registration for DRDO CEPTAM 11 on December 11, 2025. Candidates can apply through DRDO's official website, drdo.gov.in.

The last date to apply is January 1, 2026. The last date to submit the application fee is January 3, 2025. The correction period will begin on January 4 and end on January 6, 2026. This recruitment drive will fill 561 positions in the organisation.

Application Advice and Important Instructions

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before starting the application process to avoid any errors or missing documents.

DRDO's CEPTAM recruitment is a great opportunity for young people pursuing a career in the technical field. It not only offers a stable job but also provides the opportunity to be a part of the country's defence research projects. Candidates should ensure that their photo, signature, and all certificates are in the correct size and format to ensure easy acceptance of their applications.

Updates regarding the exam, admit cards, and other information will be posted periodically on the DRDO website. Therefore, regular monitoring of the official portal is essential.

Selection Process

DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment

The selection process will consist of a Level 1 and Level 2 exam. The exam will be computer-based. Each question in Level 1 and Level 2 (Part 2) will carry 0.1 mark. 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer in both levels. Therefore, candidates are advised to keep this in mind while answering the questions.

The minimum qualifying marks for Level 1 exam and Part 2 of Level 2 (Subject Specific Exam) are 40% for OBC/Unreserved/Economically Weaker Section candidates and 35% for Scheduled Tribe/Disabled Caste/Scheduled Caste candidates.

Important Information About DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment

Organisation Name: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) - Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM)

Recruitment Name: DRDO CEPTAM 11

Number of Posts: 561

Registration Opens: December 11, 2025

Application Deadline: January 1, 2026

Application Fee Submission Deadline: January 3, 2026

Correction Period: January 4, 2026, to January 6, 2026

Selection Process:

The selection process will consist of Level 1 and Level 2 examinations, which will be computer-based.

Each question will carry 1 mark.
There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in both Level 1 and Level 2.

Minimum Qualifying Marks:

For Unreserved/OBC/Economically Weaker Section: 40%

For Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/Disabled Candidates: 35%

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The application fee for Unreserved/OBC/Economically Weaker Section/MSP is ₹750 and for Women/SC/ST/Disabled/Ex-Servicemen is ₹500.

OBC/EWS/OBC/MSP: ₹750
Women/SC/ST/Divyang/Ex-Servicemen: ₹500

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The application fee for General/OBC/Economically Weaker Section/MSP is ₹600 and for Women/SC/ST/Divyang/Ex-Servicemen is ₹500.

Unreserved/OBC/EWS/MSP: ₹600
Women/SC/ST/Divyang/Ex-Servicemen: ₹500

The ₹500 amount will be refunded only to candidates who appear for the Level 1 exam.

Fee Payment:

Can be made using credit card/debit card/net banking/UPI. For more information and notifications, please visit the DRDO website.

The ₹500 amount will be refunded only to candidates who appear for the Level 1 exam. The fee must be paid online using a credit card/debit card/net banking/UPI. For more information, candidates can visit the official DRDO website.

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