Defence Research and Development Organisation, Centre for Personnel Talent Management, DRDO-CEPTAM has announced a total of 764 vacancies for Senior Technical Assistant-B and Technician-A posts. Candidates who qualify for all stages of the selection process and are appointed for STA-B and Technician A posts will be offered the monthly salary, along with various allowances and perks. This article provides a detailed overview of the DRDO CEPTAM 11 Salary 2025, including in-hand salary, pay scale, allowances, job profile, etc.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Salary 2025
Under the DRDO CEPTAM 11 Recruitment 2025 drive, candidates have to be provided a golden opportunity for a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, and Diploma/ 10th Passed candidates seeking a stable and rewarding career. Candidates will be recruited for Senior Technical Assistant B and Technician A posts based on their performance in CBT 1 & CBT 2 CBT 1 & Trade/Skill Test, respectively. Candidates selected for Senior Technical Assistant B posts will be offered a salary in Pay Scale Rs. 35400-112400, and candidates for Technician A posts salary of Rs. 19900-63200.
DRDO CEPTAM Salary Structure
The salary structure of DRDO CEPTAM Senior Technical Assistant B and Technician A posts includes their pay scale, pay level, pay grade, initial salary, and basic pay.
| Senior Technical Assistant B | Technician A |
| Basic Pay – Rs. 35400/- to Rs. 112400/- Grade Pay – Rs. 4200/- Pay Matrix – Level 6 DA – Rs. 12,036 (34% of Basic Pay) HRA – Rs. 9,558 (27% of Basic Pay) TA – Rs. 3600- 4824 (Approx) Deduction – PF (12% of Basic Pay), NPS (10% of Basic Pay DA), and Income Tax (As per IT Rules) Annual Package – Rs. 7.2 lakhs per annum |
Basic Pay – Rs. 19900/- to Rs. 63200/- Grade Pay – Rs. 1900/- Pay Matrix – Level 2 DA – Rs. 6766/- HRA – 27% of Basic Pay TA – 12 for every kilometre travelled by foot and increases 25% when Dearness Allowances increase by 50%. Deduction – PF (12% of Basic Pay), NPS (10% of Basic Pay DA), and Income Tax (As per IT Rules) Annual Package – Rs. 238800/- to Rs. 758,400/- |
DRDO CEPTAM In-hand Salary 2025
The DRDO CEPTAM in-hand salary is calculated by adding the Basic Pay + Allowances (DA, HRA, TA, etc.) and then subtracting the statutory deductions such as PF, NPS, and Income Tax. The In-hand Salary 2025 Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) posts is Rs. 48,218/- to Rs. 1,44,914/-, and for Technician-A posts, the In-hand salary is Rs. 28,821/- per month.
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Allowance and Perks 2025
Defence Research and Development Organisation, Centre for Personnel Talent Management, DRDO-CEPTAM Exam is a reputed exam for job aspirants in India. Apart from the prestige of being a government employee, the DRDO job also offers several salary allowances and benefits.
DRDO CEPTAM Allowance for Senior Technical Assistant B Posts
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Conveyance Maintenance
- Performance Related Pay
- Contributory Pension Pay
- Cafeteria Approach
DRDO CEPTAM Allowance for Technician A Posts
- Dearness Allowance
- House Rent Allowance
- Transport Allowance
- Medical Facilities
- City Compensatory Allowances
- Children’s Education Allowance
- Leave Travel Concession
- CSD Facility
DRDO CEPTAM Job Profile
DRDO CEPTAM (Centre for Personnel Talent Management) recruits candidates for Technical, Technician posts for various DRDO laboratories and technical establishments across India. The basic roles are mainly support, technical assistance, laboratory/workshop operations, and administrative support.
For Senior Technical Assistant Posts
- Selected candidates have to assist scientists and engineers in R&D projects, including supporting experiments, conducting lab work, collecting and analysing data, and maintaining equipment and instruments
- Ensure equipment is operated safely and correctly during scheduled testing, trials, or demonstrations
- Assist in maintaining stock registers, issuing materials, and reporting shortages
- Inspect the equipment to ensure it is in good condition, clean, meets safety standards, and that all technical systems are functioning properly
- Follow all organisational, laboratory, and corporate technical standards
For Technician Posts
- Support scientists, engineers, and senior technical assistants during experiments, tests, assembly work, or fabrication tasks
- Prepare work areas, set up instruments, and provide hands-on support for project-related activities
- Maintain logbooks for equipment usage, maintenance records, and test results
- Perform routine workshop/lab tasks such as equipment setup, test preparation, soldering, fitting, wiring, fabrication, or assembly (trade-specific)
| Important Links | |
| DRDO CEPTAM 11 Syllabus 2025 | DRDO CEPTAM Cut Off (Previous Year) |
| DRDO CEPTAM Previous Year Question Papers |
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