The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), through its Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM), has declared the CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 Result 2026 on 9 November 2026. In the first phase, the merit lists for Technician-A (post codes 0201 to 0216) have been published. The result for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B, post codes 0101 to 0117) is expected soon.
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The CEPTAM 11 recruitment is being held for 764 posts of STA-B and Technician-A in DRDO labs across India. The Tier 2 CBT was held on 15 June 2026, after the Tier 1 result was announced on 25 May 2026. With the Tier 2 result now out, shortlisted Technician-A candidates will move to the Trade Test, while STA-B candidates will go to document verification once their result is declared.
In this article, we cover the result status by post, how to check your result, what the scorecard shows, the next stage of selection and other important details.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Result 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Conducting Body | Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM) |
| Recruitment | CEPTAM 11 |
| Posts | Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B), Technician-A |
| Total Vacancies | 764 |
| Tier 1 Result | 25 May 2026 |
| Tier 2 Exam Date | 15 June 2026 |
| Tier 2 Result Date | 9 November 2026 (Technician-A released; STA-B awaited) |
| Next Stage | Trade Test (Technician-A) / Document Verification (STA-B) |
| Login Details | Application number and date of birth |
| Official Website | drdo.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Tier 1 result | 25 May 2026 |
| Tier 2 CBT | 15 June 2026 |
| Tier 2 result (Technician-A merit lists) | 9 November 2026 |
| Tier 2 result (STA-B merit lists) | To be announced |
| Trade Test (Technician-A) | To be announced |
| Document verification (STA-B) | To be announced |
Result Status: Post-Wise (As per DRDO CEPTAM Status Page)
The official “Status of CEPTAM Recruitment Cycles” page on DRDO’s CEPTAM notice board shows the following status:
Technician-A: Tier-II Result Available
| Post Code | Trade | Tier-II Result Status |
|---|---|---|
| 0201 | Book Binder | Available |
| 0202 | Carpenter | Available |
| 0204 | COPA | Available |
| 0205 | Draughtsman (Mechanical) | Available |
| 0206 | Electrician | Available |
| 0207 | Electronics | Available |
| 0208 | Fitter | Available |
| 0209 | Machinist | Available |
| 0210 | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle) | Available |
| 0211 | Optical Worker | Available |
| 0212 | Photographer | Available |
| 0213 | Sheet Metal Worker | Available |
| 0214 | Surveyor | Available |
| 0215 | Turner | Available |
| 0216 | Welder | Available |
Post code 0203 is not listed on the status page.
STA-B: Tier-II Result Under Process
| Post Code | Subject | Tier-II Result Status |
|---|---|---|
| 0101 | Automobile Engineering | Under Process |
| 0102 | Chemical Engineering | Under Process |
| 0103 | Chemistry | Under Process |
| 0104 | Civil Engineering | Under Process |
| 0105 | Computer Science & Engineering | Under Process |
| 0106 | Electrical & Electronics Engineering | Under Process |
| 0107 | Electrical Engineering | Under Process |
| 0108 | Electronics / ECE / Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | Under Process |
| 0109 | Geology | Under Process |
| 0110 | Instrumentation Engineering | Under Process |
| 0111 | Instrumentation & Electronics Engineering | Under Process |
| 0112 | Library Science | Under Process |
| 0113 | Mathematics | Under Process |
| 0114 | Mechanical Engineering | Under Process |
| 0115 | Metallurgical Engineering | Under Process |
| 0116 | Physics | Under Process |
| 0117 | Psychology | Under Process |
So far, the Tier-II result is available for 15 Technician-A trades. The results for all 17 STA-B subjects are still under process, and STA-B candidates should keep checking the status page.
Details Mentioned on the CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 Result
- Candidate’s name
- Roll number and registration number
- Post name and post code
- Category
- Marks obtained in Tier 2
- Qualifying status for the next stage
- Exam details
How Is the Merit Decided?
As reported, marks in Tier 2 (Part II, the subject-specific part) are used for provisional shortlisting and preparing the merit list. Getting your name on the merit list is a provisional selection. Final selection depends on clearing the Trade Test (Technician-A), document scrutiny and the other conditions in the advertisement.
Cut-off marks: DRDO has not published separate cut-off figures with the result. Candidates can see their qualifying status in the scorecard. We will add the cut-offs if DRDO releases them.
How to Check DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 Result 2026
- Open the official CEPTAM status page: drdo.res.in/ceptam_noticeboard/drentrystatus/.
- Under “Status of CEPTAM Recruitment Cycles”, click on the CEPTAM-11 [TECH-A] tab (or CEPTAM-11 [STA-B] once STA-B results are out).
- Find your post code and trade, for example “0201 – Book Binder”, and click on “Available” in the Tier-II Result Status column.
- A login page will open showing your PostCode & Subject/Trade. Fill in the following details:
- Application No.
- Date of Birth (select from the calendar)
- Registered Mobile No. (the mobile number you gave in your application)
- CAPTCHA (type the code shown on screen; click the 🔄 icon to refresh it if it is not clear)
- Click on Submit.
- Your CEPTAM-11 Tier-II result, showing your marks and qualifying status, will appear on the screen.
- Download or take a screenshot of the result and keep it safe for the Trade Test or document verification.
Login Details Required
| Field | What to Enter |
|---|---|
| Application No. | Your CEPTAM-11 application number |
| Date of Birth | As given in your application |
| Registered Mobile No. | The mobile number used during registration |
| CAPTCHA | The code shown on the login page |
Tip: If the login fails, check that you have selected the correct post code and entered the same mobile number you used while applying. Use the Back button to return to the post list and choose a different post code.
If your post code shows “Under Process” or “N/A”, your result has not been released yet. All STA-B post codes (0101–0117) currently show this status.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Selection Process
| Post | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| STA-B | Tier 1 CBT (screening) | Tier 2 CBT | Document verification |
| Technician-A | Tier 1 CBT (screening) | Tier 2 CBT | Trade Test (qualifying) |
What Next After the CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 Result?
For Technician-A Candidates
- Trade Test: Shortlisted candidates must clear the Trade Test in their trade. The schedule will be announced on the DRDO website.
- Apprentice exemption: Eligible DRDO apprentices may be exempt from the Trade Test, as per the advertisement rules.
- Preparation: Revise ITI practicals and hands-on skills in your trade.
For STA-B Candidates
- Wait for the merit list: STA-B results are yet to be released.
- Document verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification. Keep your degree or diploma, mark sheets, category certificate, ID proof and photographs ready.
For All Candidates
- Keep checking drdo.gov.in for notices on the Trade Test, document verification and lab allocation.
- Make sure your registered email and mobile number are active, since call letters may be sent through them.
FAQs
Q1. Has the DRDO CEPTAM 11 result 2026 been declared? Yes. The Tier 2 result was declared on 9 November 2026. The Tier-II result is available for 15 Technician-A trades, and the STA-B result (all 17 subjects) is still under process.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in CEPTAM 11? 764 posts of STA-B and Technician-A.
Q3. When was the CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 exam held? On 15 June 2026.
Q4. What details are needed to check the result? Your application number, date of birth, registered mobile number and the CAPTCHA code.
Q5. What is the next stage for Technician-A? The Trade Test. Its schedule will be announced on the DRDO website.
Q6. What is the next stage for STA-B? Document verification, after the STA-B merit list is released.
Q7. Has DRDO released cut-off marks for CEPTAM 11? No separate cut-off figures have been released with the Tier 2 result so far.
Q8. What is the official website for the CEPTAM 11 result? The result status and links are on the DRDO CEPTAM status page, drdo.res.in/ceptam_noticeboard/drentrystatus/, which can also be reached through drdo.gov.in.
