Answer key released
15 June 2026
as announced
DRDO CEPTAM-11 Tier-II Answer Key 2026
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has released the Tier-II Answer Key for the recruitment of Senior Technical Assistant-B and Technician-A posts on its official website.
Verified against official department release • Sarkari Space
- Total posts
- 764Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- Qualification
- Graduate/Diplomarecognized board/univ
- Age limit
- 18 Years – 28 Years yearsrelaxation by category
- Pay level / Salary
- Check noticeplus allowances
Important dates
Key timeline milestones announced by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
- Application opened
11 December 2025
- Exam date / Hall ticket release
15 June 2026
- Last Date For Fee Payment
2026-01-13
- Tier-I Exam Date
2026-03-23
- Exam City Details
2026-03-13
- Tier-I Admit Card
2026-03-20
- Tier-I Answer Key
2026-03-25
- Tier-I Result Date
2026-05-25
- Tier-II Exam Date
2026-06-15
- Tier-II Admit Card
2026-06-12
- Tier-II Answer Key Release
2026-06-18
Vacancy breakdown
Post-wise and department-wise vacancy details specified in the official advertisement.
| Post name | Department | Qualification | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B | DRDO | B.Sc degree or Diploma in Engineering in relevant trade. | 561 |
| Technician-A | DRDO | ITI certification in relevant trade. | 203 |
| Total Vacancies | 764 | ||
Eligibility & Age limit
Educational qualification
- Graduate/Diploma (Science/Engineering)
B.Sc degree or Diploma in Engineering in relevant trade.
- 10th/ITI (Relevant Trade)
ITI certification in relevant trade.
Age limit & relaxation
Age as on cutoff date: 18 Years – 28 Years years
Standard reservation benefits and upper age relaxation apply for SC/ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD candidates as per Govt rules.
Application fee
Payable online via Net Banking, UPI, Debit Card, or SBI Challan where applicable.
| Candidate Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Gen / OBC / EWS / MSP (STA Post) | ₹750 |
| Gen / OBC / EWS / MSP (Tech. A Post) | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / PH / ESM / All Female | ₹500 |
Note: Fee refund after Tier-I exam: Gen/OBC/EWS/MSP ₹500, SC/ST/PH/All Female ₹500. Payment mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Wallet).
Selection process
Candidates must clear the designated stages to be considered for merit list and appointment.
- 1Stage 1
Written Exam
- 2Stage 2
Trade Test/ Skill Test
- 3Stage 3
Document Verification
- 4Stage 4
Medical Examination
How to apply
- Visit the official application portal using the link below.
- Register with your active Mobile Number and Email ID to generate login credentials.
- Fill in personal, educational, and communication details accurately.
- Upload scanned copy of photograph, signature, and necessary certificates according to prescribed dimensions.
- Pay application fee online (if applicable) and preview your completed form.
- Submit the application and save or print the final confirmation page for future reference.
Always verify your name, date of birth, and father's name against your 10th certificate before making payment. Changes might not be allowed after the correction window.