The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has declared the DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 Result 2026 for Technician-A posts on 9 November 2026. Candidates who appeared in the Tier-II examination on 15 June 2026 can now check their marks and qualifying status online on the official website, drdo.gov.in, through the CEPTAM result portal. The result is published trade-wise, and candidates must select their own trade and log in with their application number and date of birth to view the scorecard.
This result covers the Technician-A (Tech-A) posts under the CEPTAM-11 advertisement. The drive covers 764 vacancies in total — 203 Technician-A posts and 561 Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) posts. The Tier-II result for STA-B is still awaited; only the Technician-A result has been declared so far. Candidates who have qualified in the Technician-A Tier-II examination will now move to the Trade Test, the next stage of selection. The process is not over yet — the Tier-II result only shortlists candidates for the practical test.
The result is available as a scorecard, not as a single merit list. Each candidate logs in and sees their own marks and qualifying status. No total number of shortlisted candidates has been published with the result, so this post states no shortlist figure. Candidates should check their own scorecard rather than trusting shortlist numbers circulating on social media. The answer key for the Tier-II examination was released on 18 June 2026, three days after the examination.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 Result 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) — Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM) |
| Advertisement | CEPTAM-11 |
| Posts covered | Technician-A (Tech-A) and Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) |
| Total vacancies | 764 (Technician-A 203 + Senior Technical Assistant-B 561) |
| Result declared | 9 November 2026 (Technician-A Tier-II only) |
| Tier-II examination date | 15 June 2026 |
| Answer key release date | 18 June 2026 |
| Result mode | Online — login-based scorecard |
| Login credentials | Application Number and Date of Birth |
| Next stage for Technician-A | Trade Test (qualifying, practical) |
| STA-B Tier-II result | Still awaited |
| Official website | drdo.gov.in |
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Vacancy Details 2026
The CEPTAM-11 advertisement covers 764 posts across two cadres:
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification (as per the advertisement) | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) | 561 | Bachelor’s degree in Science / Engineering or equivalent, as per subject | As per the CEPTAM-11 notification |
| Technician-A (Tech-A) | 203 | ITI certificate (NTC/NAC) in the relevant trade | Level-2, Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 |
| Total | 764 |
The Technician-A posts are spread across the trades listed below, and the result has been published trade-wise so that each candidate checks the result for the trade they applied for. The STA-B posts cover 17 subjects, from Automobile, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics and Mechanical Engineering to Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Geology, Psychology and Library Science. The STA-B Tier-II result is not out yet, and its subject-wise result links will be updated on the portal once DRDO declares it.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 Result 2026: Trade-wise Status (Technician-A)
The Technician-A Tier-II result is released separately for each trade. Candidates should open the result link for their own post code and trade:
| Post Code | Trade | Tier-II Result Status |
|---|---|---|
| 0201 | Book Binder | Released |
| 0202 | Carpenter | Released |
| 0203 | CNC Operator | Released |
| 0204 | COPA | Released |
| 0205 | Draughtsman (Mechanical) | Released |
| 0206 | Electrician | Released |
| 0207 | Electronics | Released |
| 0208 | Fitter | Released |
| 0209 | Machinist | Released |
| 0210 | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | Released |
| 0211 | Optical Worker | Released |
| 0212 | Photographer | Released |
| 0213 | Sheet Metal Worker | Released |
| 0214 | Surveyor | Released |
| 0215 | Turner | Released |
| 0216 | Welder | Released |
One discrepancy is worth noting: several reports describe the Technician-A drive as covering 15 trades, while the trade-wise result table published on the portal lists post codes 0201 to 0216, which is 16 trades including CNC Operator (0203). This post lists the trades exactly as they appear in the published trade-wise table, so candidates can find their own post code. The largest Technician-A trades by vacancies are COPA (52 posts), Electronics (31), Electrician (30), Fitter (25) and Machinist (12).
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CEPTAM-11 advertisement published | 11 December 2025 |
| Online applications | 9 December 2025 to 11 January 2026 (extended) |
| Tier-II examination (Tech-A and STA-B) | 15 June 2026 |
| Tier-II answer key released | 18 June 2026 |
| Technician-A Tier-II result declared | 9 November 2026 |
| STA-B Tier-II result | Awaited — no date announced |
| Trade Test (Technician-A) | To be announced |
Before declaring the Tier-II result, DRDO carried out a preliminary scrutiny of the documents submitted by candidates, as required under the CEPTAM-11 advertisement. A notice dated 13 August 2026 had informed candidates that the Tier-II result would be released only after this document scrutiny was completed. That scrutiny is now over for Technician-A, and the result has been declared. The STA-B result is still under process, and DRDO has not announced a date for it.
How to Check DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 Result 2026
Candidates can check the Technician-A Tier-II result and download the scorecard from the official DRDO website. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official website of the Defence Research and Development Organisation at drdo.gov.in.
- Open the “What’s New” section on the homepage and click on the “CEPTAM-11 STA-B & Technician-A” link.
- Click on the “DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier-2 Result 2026” link for Technician-A.
- Select the trade (post code) you applied for, such as Electrician, Fitter, Machinist, COPA, Welder or Turner.
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth, as asked on the login page. The result portal is also accessible at the CEPTAM notice board, drdo.res.in/ceptam_noticeboard/drentrystatus/.
- Submit the details and check your marks and qualifying status on the screen.
- Download the scorecard and keep a printout for future use.
Keep the application number and date of birth ready before opening the portal. If the portal is slow, try again after some time — result days draw heavy traffic on the DRDO site. Do not use any third-party website that asks for payment or personal details to show the result. The only official sources are drdo.gov.in and the CEPTAM portal.
Details Mentioned on the DRDO CEPTAM 11 Scorecard 2026
After logging in, candidates should verify the following details on the scorecard:
- Candidate’s name
- Roll number and registration number
- Post name and post code (trade)
- Category
- Marks obtained in the Tier-II examination
- Qualifying status for the next stage
- Examination details
If any detail on the scorecard is wrong — the name, the post code or the category — candidates should contact DRDO CEPTAM through the official website immediately. The scorecard is the document that proves qualification for the Trade Test, so candidates should keep both a digital copy and a printout safe.
What Happens Next After DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 Result
Qualifying in the Tier-II examination is not the final selection. The stages that follow are:
1. Trade Test (Technician-A): a qualifying, practical test based on the candidate’s trade at ITI level. Candidates should revise the hands-on skills of their trade — for example, wiring and circuits for Electrician, fitting and measurement for Fitter, machining operations for Machinist and Turner, and welding joints for Welder. DRDO will announce the Trade Test dates on the official website. No date has been announced yet.
2. Document Verification: shortlisted candidates must present their original documents — Class 10 (Matric) certificate, ITI certificate (NTC/NAC) in the trade, category certificate if applicable, and a photo identity proof — along with the printout of the Tier-II result or scorecard.
3. Medical Examination: selected candidates go through a medical check as per DRDO norms.
4. Final appointment: follows after all stages are cleared.
For STA-B candidates, the next stage after the Tier-II result is Document Verification — there is no Trade Test for STA-B. STA-B candidates should keep their degree certificates and documents ready and keep checking drdo.gov.in for the result, because DRDO has not announced when it will be declared.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Cut-off Marks 2026
No cut-off marks have been published with the Technician-A Tier-II result, so this post states no cut-off figure. The scorecard shows each candidate’s own marks and qualifying status, which is what matters for the Trade Test shortlist. Candidates should not trust cut-off numbers circulating on social media or aggregator pages until DRDO publishes them officially. If DRDO releases the cut-off or the final merit list later, this post will be updated.
Documents to Keep Ready for the Trade Test
- Class 10 (Matric) certificate
- ITI certificate (NTC/NAC) in the relevant trade
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Photo identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport or Driving Licence)
- Printout of the Tier-II result or scorecard
- Any other document named in the CEPTAM-11 advertisement for the candidate’s trade
Candidates should arrange these documents now, while the Trade Test dates are still to be announced, rather than waiting for the schedule. A missing or mismatched document at verification can cost a candidate the post even after clearing the examination.
About DRDO and CEPTAM
The Defence Research and Development Organisation is India’s premier defence research agency, and the Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM) is its recruitment body for technical and administrative posts. CEPTAM conducts the Tier-I and Tier-II examinations for Senior Technical Assistant-B and Technician-A posts across DRDO laboratories and establishments. The CEPTAM-11 advertisement, published in December 2025, is the latest cycle for these two cadres, with 764 posts in total. Technician-A is the entry-level technical cadre in DRDO laboratories — the hands-on workforce that builds, maintains and tests the equipment behind India’s defence research — and the Trade Test is the stage that checks whether a candidate can actually do the trade, not just answer questions about it.
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Frequently Asked Questions – DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 Result 2026
Has the DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 Result 2026 been declared?
Yes. The Technician-A Tier-II result was declared on 9 November 2026 on drdo.gov.in. The STA-B Tier-II result is still awaited.
How many vacancies are there in DRDO CEPTAM 11?
There are 764 vacancies in total — 203 Technician-A posts and 561 Senior Technical Assistant-B posts.
How do I check the DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 result?
Visit drdo.gov.in, open the CEPTAM-11 STA-B & Technician-A link under “What’s New”, select your trade, and log in with your application number and date of birth. The result portal is also available at the CEPTAM notice board, drdo.res.in/ceptam_noticeboard/drentrystatus/.
When was the DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 exam held?
The Tier-II examination was held on 15 June 2026, and the answer key was released on 18 June 2026.
What is the next stage after the Technician-A Tier 2 result?
Qualified Technician-A candidates will appear for the Trade Test, a qualifying practical test based on their trade, followed by Document Verification and a medical examination. No Trade Test date has been announced yet.
Is the STA-B Tier 2 result out?
No. The Senior Technical Assistant-B Tier-II result is still under process. STA-B candidates should keep checking drdo.gov.in.
What is the cut-off for DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2?
No cut-off has been published with the result. This post states no cut-off figure. The scorecard shows each candidate’s own marks and qualifying status.
What is the salary for DRDO Technician-A?
Technician-A is in Pay Level-2, Rs. 19,900 – 63,200, as per the CEPTAM-11 advertisement.
What documents are needed for the Trade Test?
Class 10 certificate, ITI certificate (NTC/NAC) in the trade, category certificate if applicable, a photo identity proof, and the printout of the Tier-II result or scorecard.