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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Tier-I CBT Examination | |
| Answer Key Released | |
| Tier-I Result Released |
DRDO CEPTAM-11 Tier-I Result 2026 — Highlights
| Recruiting Body | Defence Research and Development Organisation |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 764 |
| Important Dates | Declared 25 May 2026 |
DRDO CEPTAM-11 Tier-I Result 2026: Provisional Result Out for 764 STA-B + Technician-A Posts
Key Highlights
- Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) via CEPTAM has released the CEPTAM-11 Tier-I CBT Result 2026 on 25 May 2026 for 764 technical-cadre vacancies.
- Post-wise split: Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) — 561; Technician-A — 203.
- Tier-I CBT was conducted on 23 March 2026; Answer Key released 25 March 2026.
- Result lookup:
drdo.res.in/ceptam_noticeboard/drentrystatus/.- Individual scorecard login:
cdn.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/1258/96576/login.html(Application Number + DOB + Mobile).- Next stage: Tier-II CBT (decisive — marks count in final composite).
- Eligibility: STA-B — B.Sc./Diploma; Technician-A — ITI in relevant trade.
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), via the Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM), has declared the CEPTAM-11 Tier-I Computer-Based Test (CBT) Result 2026 on 25 May 2026 — for the 764 technical-cadre vacancies across two posts: Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) with 561 posts and Technician-A with 203 posts. The Tier-I CBT was conducted on 23 March 2026 across CEPTAM centres nationwide. Tier-I qualified candidates now proceed to the Tier-II CBT — the decisive stage where marks count fully in the final composite.
How to check the DRDO CEPTAM-11 Tier-I Result 2026
Quick result-status check
- Open
drdo.res.in/ceptam_noticeboard/drentrystatus/(DRDO CEPTAM notice board direct-entry status portal). - Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
- Click Submit — your Tier-I qualifying status opens.
- If qualified, you are eligible for the Tier-II CBT.
Individual scorecard (login required)
- Open
cdn.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/1258/96576/login.html(C-DAC e-forms portal for CEPTAM-11). - Login with Application Number + DOB + Registered Mobile Number.
- Your detailed scorecard opens — section-wise marks + total + qualifying status + category rank.
- Download the PDF for permanent reference.
Via DRDO official notice board
Visit drdo.gov.in → click "CEPTAM-11 Tier-I CBT Result 2026 for STA-B & Technician-A" in the latest announcements.
What the Tier-I Result means
The Tier-I CBT is screening only — marks do not count in the final composite. The Tier-I Result simply confirms which candidates have crossed the cutoff and are eligible for the Tier-II CBT.
Typical CEPTAM-11 Tier-I cutoff structure (per category, per post — confirm in your individual scorecard):
- STA-B: separate cutoff (typically higher due to engineering/B.Sc. eligibility)
- Technician-A: separate cutoff (ITI-eligibility based)
- Reserved categories: lower cutoff per RTI-published norms
Approximately 10-15 times the final vacancy is shortlisted for Tier-II — so roughly 7,600-11,500 candidates across both posts.
Post-wise breakdown
| Post | Vacancies | Eligibility | Pay Level (post-selection) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) | 561 | B.Sc. degree OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering (relevant trade) | Pay Level 6 — ₹35,400-1,12,400 |
| Technician-A | 203 | ITI certificate in relevant trade (NCVT/SCVT) | Pay Level 2 — ₹19,900-63,200 |
| Total | 764 |
STA-B trades: Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil, Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics — depending on DRDO lab requirements.
Technician-A trades: Fitter, Electrician, Mechanic (Diesel/Motor Vehicle), Wireman, Welder, Carpenter, Plumber, Refrigeration & AC, COPA, Machinist — depending on DRDO lab requirements.
What comes next — Tier-II CBT (decisive stage)
The Tier-II CBT is the make-or-break stage for final selection. Format (per CEPTAM-11 notification):
- Subject-specific MCQs in the candidate's applied trade/discipline
- 150 questions / 100 marks / 90 minutes (verify exact pattern in notification PDF)
- Negative marking: -0.5 per wrong answer (typically; confirm in admit card)
- Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) at C-DAC e-forms centres
Critical: Tier-II marks count fully in the final composite. Tier-II preparation should focus on:
- Subject-specific depth in your applied trade/B.Sc. discipline
- DRDO-specific content — defence technology basics, recent DRDO programmes (Tejas, Akash, BrahMos, Astra, etc.), past CEPTAM Tier-II papers
- Mock tests — at least 8-10 full Tier-II mocks before the exam date
Document Verification + Medical
After Tier-II clearance, shortlisted candidates undergo:
- Document Verification at CEPTAM headquarters or designated DRDO labs — originals of all educational certificates + ITI/Diploma marksheets + Aadhaar + category certificate
- Medical Examination — DRDO medical board with vision, hearing, BMI, chronic-condition checks. Less strict than Indian Railways A-1 but still includes vision (corrected to 6/6 acceptable for most posts) + general health.
Pay + post profile
STA-B pay: Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC — ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 (starting basic ₹35,400) + DA + HRA + Transport + DRDO-specific Technical Assistance Allowance. Gross monthly approximately ₹62,000-72,000 in Tier-1 cities (Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad).
Technician-A pay: Pay Level 2 — ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 (starting basic ₹19,900) + DA + HRA + Transport + DRDO allowances. Gross monthly approximately ₹35,000-42,000 in Tier-1 cities.
Career progression:
- STA-B: Senior Technical Assistant-B → Technical Officer (after departmental exam) → Senior Technical Officer → Scientist-B (rare, via internal selection)
- Technician-A: Technician-A → Technician-B → Senior Technician → Master Technician
Posting: Across DRDO's 50+ labs nationwide — Defence Metallurgical Research Lab (Hyderabad), Aeronautical Development Establishment (Bangalore), Research Centre Imarat (Hyderabad), Solid State Physics Laboratory (Delhi), and many others.
For broader engineering + defence-research context, see our AFCAT vs NDA vs CDS, Govt Jobs for B.Tech Engineers, and Top Jobs for ITI Holders guides.
DRDO CEPTAM-11 Tier-I Result 2026: हिंदी सारांश
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) ने CEPTAM (Centre for Personnel Talent Management) के माध्यम से CEPTAM-11 Tier-I CBT Result 2026 आज 25 मई 2026 को drdo.gov.in पर जारी कर दिया है — 764 तकनीकी-cadre पदों के लिए। पद-वार vacancies: Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) — 561; Technician-A — 203। Tier-I CBT 23 मार्च 2026 को आयोजित हुआ था; Answer Key 25 मार्च 2026 को जारी हुआ था। Result check करें: drdo.res.in/ceptam_noticeboard/drentrystatus/ पर Application Number + DOB से qualifying status; या individual scorecard के लिए cdn.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/1258/96576/login.html पर Application Number + DOB + Mobile से login करें। Tier-I screening only है — marks final composite में count नहीं होते; ~10-15× vacancy shortlist Tier-II के लिए। पात्रता: STA-B — B.Sc. degree या 3-वर्षीय Diploma in Engineering (relevant trade); Technician-A — ITI certificate (NCVT/SCVT) relevant trade में। Tier-II CBT (decisive stage): subject-specific MCQs आवेदित trade/discipline में, 150 प्रश्न · 100 अंक · 90 मिनट · -0.5 negative marking · CBT mode; marks final composite में count होते हैं। तैयारी subject-specific depth + DRDO-specific content (defence technology, Tejas/Akash/BrahMos/Astra programmes, past Tier-II papers) + 8-10 full mocks पर focus करें। Document Verification + Medical: CEPTAM HQ या designated DRDO labs में originals (educational certificates + ITI/Diploma marksheets + Aadhaar + category certificate); DRDO medical board (vision, hearing, BMI, chronic-condition checks)। वेतन: STA-B — Pay Level 6 (₹35,400-1,12,400 basic) + DA + HRA + Transport + DRDO Technical Assistance Allowance; gross ~₹62,000-72,000/महीना Tier-1 cities में। Technician-A — Pay Level 2 (₹19,900-63,200) + DA + HRA + Transport + DRDO allowances; gross ~₹35,000-42,000/महीना। Posting: DRDO के 50+ labs में — Defence Metallurgical Research Lab (Hyderabad), Aeronautical Development Establishment (Bangalore), Research Centre Imarat (Hyderabad), Solid State Physics Laboratory (Delhi), और अन्य। Career path: STA-B → Technical Officer → Senior Technical Officer → Scientist-B (rare, internal selection); Technician-A → Technician-B → Senior Technician → Master Technician।
How to Check Your Result
- Visit the official portal of DRDO — the official link is in the Important Links section at the bottom of this page.
- Locate the result link for the relevant examination + year (most boards have a dedicated result-check page per cycle).
- Enter your Roll Number and Date of Birth exactly as they appear on the admit card.
- Submit the form. The provisional mark sheet PDF will display on screen.
- Save and print at least two copies of the score card for your records.
- Cross-check name spelling, subject codes, and totals. If anything looks wrong, follow the re-checking / re-evaluation process within the official window.
- The original embossed mark sheet is collected from the candidate's school 30-60 days later, when the examining body dispatches printed certificates.
Important Links
- DRDO CEPTAM-11 Tier-I Result Status Check (drentrystatus)
- DRDO CEPTAM-11 Individual Scorecard Login (C-DAC)
- DRDO CEPTAM-11 Answer Key Portal
- DRDO CEPTAM-11 Apply Online (C-DAC)
- DRDO CEPTAM-11 Notification PDF (English)
- DRDO CEPTAM-11 Notification PDF (Hindi)
- DRDO Careers Portal — drdo.gov.in/drdo/en/offerings/vacancies
- Govt Jobs for B.Tech Engineers — Career Guide
- Top Jobs for ITI Holders — Career Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
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DRDO CEPTAM-11 Tier-I Result 2026 — Analysis & Trends
Resultpedia analysis: Tier-II subject-depth is the entire selection — Tier-I was the entry fee
The DRDO CEPTAM-11 Tier-I Result is the entry-fee stage — most candidates who reached the Tier-I have crossed a meaningful threshold (CBT clearance), but Tier-II is where final selection actually happens. Three observations worth acting on: (1) Tier-II is structurally less competitive than Tier-I. Tier-I had ~3-4 lakh applicants competing for ~10-15× the vacancy shortlist; Tier-II has only the shortlisted ~7,600-11,500 candidates competing for the final 764 selections — a roughly 8:1 selection ratio at Tier-II vs the ~400:1 ratio at Tier-I. The decisive stage is therefore meaningfully more achievable than Tier-I felt. (2) Subject-specific depth is the leverage point. Unlike Tier-I (which tests general aptitude + subject knowledge), Tier-II tests only your applied trade/discipline at depth. Candidates who spent Tier-I prep on general aptitude now must shift entirely to subject-matter revision. The 6-8 weeks between Tier-I result and Tier-II date is the highest-leverage prep window — focused subject revision routinely improves Tier-II marks by 15-25%. (3) DRDO-specific content is the underappreciated differentiator. Tier-II includes questions on DRDO labs, recent DRDO programmes (Tejas Mk-1A, BrahMos-NG, Astra Mk-2, Akash NG, Pinaka), and Defence Acquisition Procedure basics. Candidates who systematically study the last 12 months of DRDO press releases + Hindustan Aeronautics annual report + Defence Ministry's recent capability acquisitions score 5-10 marks higher on these questions vs candidates who only study textbook subject content. For Tier-I cleared candidates, the next 6-8 weeks are genuinely the most-leveraged prep window of your DRDO career to date — treat it accordingly.