Preparing for DRDO CEPTAM 11? One of the most strategic steps is to analyze the previous year’s cut offs. These benchmarks guide your preparation and help set a confident score target.
This blog delves deep into CEPA͟M‑10 (2023) cut off data from trusted sources for:
STA‑B (Senior Technical Assistant‑B)
Technician‑A (ITI Trades)
Admin & Allied (A&A) including Steno, Admin Assistant, Store Assistant, Security Assistant, Fireman
We provide post-wise, category-wise breakdowns, year-on-year trends, and tips to help you crack CEPTAM‑11 with ease.
Knowing the cut offs helps you to:
Benchmark mock test scores
Understand category-level competition
Target smart preparation goals
Track exam difficulty and competition trends
From CareerPower, the following cut offs for STA‑B Tier‑I (out of 150 marks) are reported
| Discipline | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 97.22 | 92.51 | 81.66 | 96.06 | 90.88 |
| Chemical Engineering | 89.97 | 83.19 | 53.43 | 86.51 | 84.89 |
| Computer Science | 96.76 | 86.72 | 85.66 | 93.28 | 87.80 |
| Civil Engineering | 99.46 | 96.08 | 90.39 | 98.56 | 97.53 |
| Mathematics | 99.85 | – | 97.69 | 99.73 | 99.68 |
| Physics | 99.79 | 98.54 | 96.30 | 99.60 | 99.26 |
| Electronics | 95.74 | 89.49 | 72.25 | 92.65 | 85.24 |
| Electrical | 98.80 | 94.11 | 89.71 | 97.88 | 97.22 |
UR cut offs span 96–99%, showing extremely high competition.
Subjects like Civil, Maths, and Physics see near-perfect thresholds.
SC/ST cut offs drop but remain challenging (70–90%).
According to Testbook and AnilSirITI :
| Trade | UR | OBC | SC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Book Binder | 62 | – | – |
| Carpenter | 83 | – | – |
| Chemical Plant Operator | 76 | – | – |
| COPA | 77 | 74 | 64 |
| Cutting & Tailoring | 86 | – | – |
| Draughtsman (Mech.) | 88 | – | 62 |
| DTP Operator | 58 | 58 | 58 |
| Electrician | 93 | 90 | 85 |
| Electronics | 76 | 72 | 66 |
| Fitter | 110 | 108 | 96 |
| Machinist | 107 | – | – |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | 108 | – | – |
| Turner | 88 | 80 | 74 |
| Welder | 103 | 92 | 80 |
Trades like Fitter, Diesel Mechanic, Welder have high cut offs (100+).
Trades like DTP show moderate thresholds (~58).
UR candidates need 100+ marks in most technical trades.
From JobRasta & CareerPower data
| Post | UR (Approx. %) |
|---|---|
| Stenographer | 92–97 |
| Admin Assistant (Eng) | ~99.4 |
| Store Assistant | ~98.9 |
| Security Assistant | ~96.3 |
| Fireman | ~99.25 |
Non-technical roles also demand high percentiles.
Critical skill posts like Admin Assistant (Typing) see top-tier cut offs.
Even in CEPTAM‑10 (2023), cut offs stayed consistently high. Here's a comparison with CEPTAM‑10 2018 & 2015
STA‑B UR cut offs ranged from 87 to 126 marks (2015–2018).
Technician‑A trades saw UR cut offs in the 80s to 110s.
A&A posts held UR cut offs between 70–110 marks.
Conclusion: Expect UR cut offs for CEPTAM‑11 STA‑B to stay around 96–99%, Technician‑A trades near 85–100/120, Admin roles above 95 percentile.
Set Smart Score Goals
STA‑B: Aim for 140/150+ (~93%).
Technician‑A: Minimum 90–100/120.
A&A roles: Score above 95 percentile in both sections.
Mock Test Benchmarking
Compare your mocks against UR OBC cut offs.
Maintain margin (+5 marks) to stay safe.
Focus on High-Weight Sections
STA‑B: Technical section is 50% weight.
Technician‑A: Trade knowledge counts heavily.
Admin: Speed + accuracy in Reasoning, English, Typing.
Time Management
Completion speed decides success near cut off.
Simulate time pressure in practice tests.
Track Reservation Trends
SC/ST/OBC cut offs usually 10–15% lower.
Plan category-wise targets accordingly.
STA‑B UR cut offs: 96–99% (~144/150+).
Technician‑A UR cut offs: 75–110/120 (trade-dependent).
Admin UR roles: Above 95 percentile.
Negative marking: None, so attempt carefully.
Normalization: Applies when multi-shift.
Q1. Does DRDO publish official cut offs?
A: Yes—for CEPTAM‑10 they released detailed post-wise category cut offs via DRDO website
Q2. Are there sectional cut offs?
A: No, only overall cut offs matter.
Q3. Will CEPTAM‑11 cut offs be higher?
A: Likely yes, due to increased competition.
Q4. Is there negative marking?
A: No. Marks are awarded only for correct answers.
Armed with this data-driven insight, you can set realistic targets, assess performance accurately, and boost confidence. CEPTAM‑11 requires strategic prep—100% diligence with mock tests, section focus, and time practice.
Ready to lead the pack? Begin your mock series and aim to surpass UR cut offs by a buffer of 5–10 marks. With precise strategy and consistent practice, CEPTAM‑11 success is within your grasp.
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