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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducts the Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM) Exam to recruit talented individuals for various technical and administrative posts. With the release of DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 around the corner, aspirants are eager to understand the updated exam pattern and syllabus.
In this blog, we’ll cover the complete DRDO CEPTAM 11 Exam Pattern for STA-B, Technician-A, Admin & Allied categories, ensuring you’re well-prepared for every section of the exam.
The DRDO CEPTAM 11 exam will be conducted for multiple posts like:
Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)
Technician-A (Tech-A)
Administrative & Allied Cadre (A&A) – e.g., Stenographer, Store Assistant, etc.
The recruitment process typically comprises two tiers:
Tier-I (CBT – Screening/Elimination)
Tier-II (Trade/Skill Test or Descriptive Test)
| Post Name | Tier 1 Exam Type | Tier 2 Exam Type | Final Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) | Computer-Based Test | No Tier 2 for STA-B | Tier 1 Score + Document Verification |
| Technician-A | Computer-Based Test | Trade Test/Skill Test | Qualifying in Tier 2 + Tier 1 Score |
| Admin & Allied Cadre (e.g., Steno) | Computer-Based Test | Skill Test (Typing/Steno/Etc.) | Qualifying in Tier 2 + Tier 1 Score |
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 15 | 15 | |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 15 | 15 | |
| General Science | 15 | 15 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Ability | 15 | 15 | |
| English Language | 15 | 15 | |
| Subject Specific (as per discipline) | 50 | 50 | |
| Total | 125 Questions | 125 Marks | 120 Minutes |
Mode of Exam: Online (CBT)
Marking Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer
Negative Marking: No negative marking (as per previous patterns)
Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR/OBC/EWS – 40%, SC/ST – 35%
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 10 | 10 | |
| General Science | 10 | 10 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Ability | 10 | 10 | |
| English Language | 10 | 10 | |
| Subject Specific (Trade Level) | 50 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes |
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | |
| Numerical Ability | 25 | 25 | |
| English Language | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 150 Questions | 150 Marks | 120 Minutes |
Typing/Stenography/Skill Test applicable for certain A&A posts like Stenographer Grade II, Store Assistant, etc.
| Post Name | Tier II Type | Nature of Test | Qualifying Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| STA-B | No Tier-II | - | - |
| Technician-A | Trade/Skill Test (NCVT/SCVT level) | Qualifying | Qualifying in nature |
| Admin & Allied | Typing/Steno/Skill Test | Qualifying | As per post requirements |
The Tier-I exam is screening in nature, but marks are important for preparing the merit list.
Tier-II is a qualifying test and candidates must pass it to be considered for selection.
Normalization of marks may be applied in Tier-I if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts.
The language of the exam is English & Hindi, except for the English language section.
Correct Answer: +1 Mark
Incorrect Answer: No negative marking
Unattempted: No marks awarded/deducted
Current Affairs (India & International)
Indian History, Polity, Geography
Scientific Developments
Defence Updates
Awards & Honors
Coding-Decoding
Puzzle Solving
Blood Relations
Series Completion
Logical Analysis
Simplification
HCF/LCM
Profit & Loss
Time & Distance
Simple & Compound Interest
Synonyms/Antonyms
Reading Comprehension
Grammar & Sentence Correction
Cloze Test
Error Spotting
| Post | Focus on Tier-I? | Tier-II Critical? |
|---|---|---|
| STA-B | Yes | No |
| Technician-A | Yes | Yes (Skill Test) |
| Admin & Allied | Yes | Yes (Typing/Steno) |
| Feature | CEPTAM 10/2023 | CEPTAM 11/2025 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Tier-I Exam Pattern | Same as above | Likely Same with minor tweaks |
| Number of Questions | 100–150 | 100–150 |
| Marking Scheme | 1 mark each | Same |
| Negative Marking | No | Likely No |
| Normalization | Applied | Likely to Continue |
A: No, as per previous notifications, there is no negative marking in CEPTAM exams.
A: No. STA-B posts don’t have Tier-II. Technician-A and A&A Cadre posts require a qualifying Tier-II skill test.
A: A total of 125 questions are asked in STA-B Tier-I, including technical subjects.
A: The exam is conducted in both Hindi and English, except for English Language questions.
Understanding the DRDO CEPTAM 11 exam pattern gives you a clear direction for your preparation. Focus on your core technical subjects, practice general awareness, and sharpen your reasoning and English skills. Stay consistent, and you’ll be one step closer to joining India’s premier defense R&D organization.
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