DRDO CEPTAM 2024 Admit Card, Download Hall Tickets

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Anangsha PatraDeputy Manager – Editorial

Updated on Mar 29, 2024 17:19 IST

DRDO CEPTAM admit card 2024: Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) releases DRDO CEPTAM admit card online for Tier 1 and 2. To download the DRDO CEPTAM admit card, candidates need to enter application number, date of birth and captcha code. The hard copy of the admit card of DRDO CEPTAM is not sent to any candidate by post. DRDO CEPTAM admit card is an important document without which candidates are not allowed to enter the exam hall.

Q: What is DRDO CEPTAM exam pattern for MTS?

The exam pattern for MTS post is divided into two Tiers. Tier 1 is for screening, while tier 2 is for final selection. Both tier 1 and 2 exams are conducted in Computer Based Mode. Tier 1 comprises questions from General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, General Awareness and Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Ability. Tier 2 consists of questions from General Science, General Math and General English.

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Q: Is the DRDO CEPTAM exam held annually?

It depends upon the time it takes to complete 1 recruitment process. It may take 1 year, 2 years, or maybe 3 years. DRDO CEPTAM 05 : 2012 DRDO CEPTAM 06 : 2013 DRDO CEPTAM 07: 2014 DRDO CEPTAM 08: 2016 DRDO CEPTAM 09: 2018 DRDO CEPTAM 10: 2022 DRDO CEPTAM is a National Level Exam. It was established in the year 1958. It is conducted by the CEPTAM (Centre for Personnel Talent Management) of the DRDO (Defence Research & Development organisation). CEPTAM is a corporate body of the Defence Research & Development organisation established as the PEACE (Personnel Assessment Centre) to cater to the Technical Staff (DRTC Cadre) of DRDO. The PEACE is responsible for the recruitment of Technical Staff, Administrative & Allied category staff, assessment, and facilitates training for this cadre. I hope this will help you.

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Q: What is the required educational qualification for applying to DRDO CEPTAM?

The educational qualification is different for different posts. For Tech A post, the required educational qualification is Class 10 with certification from ITI in relevant trade. For A & A post, candidates applying to the posts of Clerk, Asstt Halwai-cum Cook, Vehicle Operator, Fire Engine Driver, Fireman must have passed Class 10 while for Stenographer, Administrative Assistant (English Typing), Administrative Assistant (Hindi Typing), Store Assistant, A (English Typing), Store Assistant (Hindi Typing), Security Assistant posts, the educational qualification is Class 12. For MTS, & candidates must have passed Class 10 or equivalent from a recognised board or Industrial Training Institute (ITI).

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Table of Contents

How to download DRDO CEPTAM Admit Card?
DRDO CEPTAM 2022 Exam Dates & Schedule
Unable to download DRDO CEPTAM Admit Card: How to resolve the issue?
Error in DRDO CEPTAM Hall Ticket: What to do?
Details in DRDO CEPTAM Admit Card 2024
DRDO CEPTAM Admit Card 2023 FAQs

How to download DRDO CEPTAM Admit Card?

Candidates can follow the steps below to download the admit card of DRDO CEPTAM:

Step 1: Visit the official website of DRDO

Step 2: Go to the tab relevant tab

Step 3: Click on the ‘DRDO admit card’ link

Step 3: Enter the post applied for, application number and date of birth

Step 4: After entering all details, click on the ‘Submit’ button

Step 5: DRDO CEPTAM admit card appears on the screen

Step 6: Download the admit card and take its printout

Also Read: DRDO CEPTAM dates

DRDO CEPTAM 2022 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of DRDO CEPTAM 2024 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
12 Jan '23	Tier 2 exam date for STA-B
06 Jan '23 - 11 Jan '23	Tier 1 exam date for Tech A post
29 Dec '22 - 11 Jan '23	DRDO CEPTAM Tier 1 Admit Card for Tech A
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Unable to download DRDO CEPTAM Admit Card: How to resolve the issue?

Candidates face several problems while downloading their DRDO CEPTAM admit cards. Some of the reasons that candidates might face are given below:

Server issue: This happens when too many candidates try to download the admit card at the same time

Slow internet connectivity: At times due to slow internet connectivity, the admit page does not open

Invalid login: In case, candidates provide the wrong credentials while downloading the admit card

Incomplete application: The admit card is issued to candidates whose applications are accepted by the examination authority for the recruitment exam. In such case, candidates should check their names on the rejection list.

Error in DRDO CEPTAM Hall Ticket: What to do?

If the candidate’s name is not there on the rejection list and still candidates are not able to download DRDO CEPTAM admit card/hall ticket even after entering the correct login details, they should contact the CEPTAM. Besides, the details printed on the admit card are incorrect, candidates should contact the examination authority. The contact details are given below:

Helpline number: 011-23882323, 23819217

Email: ceptam-drdo@gov.in

Details in DRDO CEPTAM Admit Card 2024

The details printed on DRDO CEPTAM admit card are given below.

Post name	Postcode
Reference number	Seat number
Subject	Name of candidate
Address of communication	Category & sub-category
Nature of exam	Application number
Exam time	Exam venue
Reporting time	Exam date

Things to carry to the exam centre

Candidates need to carry the following things to the exam centre:

Admit Card (preferably colour printout)
Photo-identity proof (Aadhaar Card/Passport/Driving License/PAN Card/Voter Card/Government issued ID etc)

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DRDO CEPTAM Admit Card 2023 FAQs

Candidates can check below DRDO CEPTAM admit card FAQs.

Q: What are the salaries and benefits offered to scientists in the DRDO through the GATE?

The DRDO Scientist-B salary structure is listed below; Pay scale (Level-10); Entry Pay: INR 56,100 to INR 1,77,500 Dearness Allowance: INR 6,732 Travel Allowance: INR 3,600 to INR 7,200 HRA (When Government accommodation is unavailable): INR 13,400 Professional update allowance: INR 22,500 Gross Salary: INR 68,307 to INR 85,553 The DRDO Scientist-B salary in 2022 is INR 68,307 per month. This includes various benefits such as; 1- Medical facilities 2- Group Insurance 3- Subsidized Canteen 4- Transport Allowance 5- Dearness Allowance 6- Leave Travel Concession 7- Merit-based promotion scheme 8- Higher education from prestigious academic institutions 9- Reimbursement of expenditures on newspapers/periodicals 10- Foreign deputations for training/presentation/specific assignments 11- House Rent Allowance (provided that accommodation is unavailable) I hope this will help you.

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Q: What are the career growth opportunities after clearing the DRDO CEPTAM exam?

After 5 years you will be entitled to attend an internal interview for TO-A (Group B Gazetted Officer). And if you become TO-A then wait for another 5 years to become entitled to attending an internal interview for TO-B (Group A Gazetted Officer equivalent to Scientist-B). Cycle goes on till TO-D (equivalent to Scientist-D). If you complete BE or M.Sc. While doing your job or already completed one previously then you can attend Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE internal exam) to become Scientist-B.

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Q: Which is the book for the preparation of the DRDO CEPTAM STA-B for electronics engineers?

A list of the book for the preparation of the DRDO CEPTAM STA-B for electronics engineers: Tier-I CBT

1- General English Grammar by Wren and Martin Objective English by R S Aggarwal

2- Computer Proficiency Objective Computer Awareness by Arihant Experts Computer Knowledge by Rani Ahilya

3- Reasoning Verbal and Non-verbal Reasoning by R S Aggrawal Non-Verbal Reasoning by Arihant Publication

4- Quantitative Aptitude Quantitative Aptitude by R S Aggarwal Fast Track Objective Mathematics by Rajesh Verma

5- General Knowledge Manorama Yearly Book by Mammen Mathew

Tier-II CBT

1- Electronics Engineering A Handbook of Electronics Engineering by Arihant Publications

2- Electrical Engineering A Handbook of Electrical Engineering by Arihant Publications

3- Instrumentation Engineering A Handbook of Instrumentation Engineering by ME Editorial Board Objective Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering by M. P. Sinha

I hope this will help you !!

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Q: What is the selection process for the DRDO CEPTAM?

The selection process for Defense Research and Development Organizations-Center for Personnel Talent Management Recruitment 2023 is that it will consist of 3 stages I. e. , Tier-1, Tier-2, and Document Verification. Only students qualifying for the Tier-1 exam will be shortlisted for the Tier-2 exam. Then, the shortlisted students who qualify for the Tier-2 exam will be called for Document Verification. I hope this will help you.

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Q: What is the DRDO CEPTAM?

DRDO CEPTAM is conducted by the CEPTAM (Centre for Personnel Talent Management) of the DRDO (Defence Research & Development organization). CEPTAM is a corporate body of the Defence Research & Development organization established as the PEACE (Personnel Assessment Centre) to cater to the Technical Staff (DRTC Cadre) of DRDO. The PEACE is responsible for the recruitment of Technical Staff, Administrative & Allied category staff, assessment, and facilitates training for this cadre. Exam pattern: 1- Time Duration: For Tech A and A&A posts, Tier-1: 120 minutes For MTS post, Tier-1 and 2:90 minutes For DRDO CEPTAM STA-B: Tier 1 & 2: 90 minutes Tech A: Tier 1: 90 min Tier 2: 1 to 2 hours duration 2- Total number of Questions: MTS Post: Tier 1: 100 ques Tier 2: 100 ques Stenographer Grade-II English Typing), Administrative Assistant A English Typing), Administrative Assistant A Hindi Typing), Store Assistant A English Typing), and Store Assistant A Hindi Typing): 50 questions in each section Security Assistant A, Clerk (Canteen Manager Grade-III), Asstt Halwai-cum Cook, Vehicle Operator A, Fire Engine Driver A, and Fireman: 125 questions DRDO CEPTAM STA B Tier 1: 120 ques Tire 2: 100 ques Tech A Tier 1 Section A: 40 Section B: 80 3- Total marks: MTS Post: 100 Marks each for Tier 1 and Tier 2 Tech A: 150 Marks Tech A & A: 150 Marks STA-B Tier 1: 120 marks. Tier 2: 100 marks. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha DRDO page. (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/drdo-ceptam-exam#:~:text=DRDO CEPTAM is conducted by, Allied category non-gazetted personnel. )

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Q: What is DRDO CEPTAM syllabus for A&A post?

DRDO CEPTAM syllabus for A & A post is given below:

English

Synonyms
Tenses
Subject-Verb Agreement
Grammar
Antonyms
Verb
Articles
Fill in the Blanks
Comprehension
Vocabulary
Sentence Rearrangement
Idioms & Phrases
Adverb
Unseen passages
Error Correction, etc.

General Intelligence

Blood Relations
Analogy
Directions
Clocks & Calendars
Coding-Decoding
Number Series
Alphabet Series
Arithmetical Reasoning
Non-Verbal Series
Number Rankings
Decision Making
Cubes and Dice
Embedded Figures
Mirror Images etc.

Mathematics

HCF & LCM
Percentages
Simplification
Data Interpretation
Ratio and Proportions
Profit and Loss
Decimal & Fractions
Time and Work
Time and Distance
Number System
Simple & Compound Interest
Mixtures & Allegations
Problems on Ages
Average, etc.

General Awareness

Current Affairs (National and International)
Science- Inventions and Discoveries
Awards and Honors
Important Days
Abbreviations
Books and Authors
Major Financial / Economic News
Budget and Five-Year Plans
Sports, etc.

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Q: Which are the best books for DRDO CEPTAM exam?

The best books for DRDO CEPTAM exam are given below:

Subject	Book Name with Author
General Intelligence & Reasoning	General Intelligence and Reasoning by R.N. Thakur
English Language	Objective General English by SP Bakshi
Quantitative Aptitude	Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by RS Aggarwal
General Awareness	General Knowledge Book for Competitive Exams by Manohar Panday

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Q: What is DRDO CEPTAM syllabus for STA B

DRDO CEPTAM syllabus for STA B is given below:

DRDO CEPTAM Syllabus for Quantitative Ability/Aptitude

Time and Work
Time and Distance
HCF & LCM, Percentages
Profit and Loss
Ratio and Proportions
Simple & Compound Interest
Mixtures & Allegations
Problems on Ages
Number System
Simplification
Data Interpretation
Decimal & Fractions
Average

DRDO CEPTAM Syllabus General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability

Blood Relations
Analogy
Directions
Clocks & Calendars
Coding-Decoding
Number Series
Alphabet Series
Arithmetical Reasoning
Non-Verbal Series
Number Rankings
Decision Making
Embedded Figures Cubes and Dice
Mirror Images

DRDO CEPTAM General Awareness Syllabus

Indian Constitution.
Cultural Heritage
Indian National Movement
Science & Technology
About India
History – India & World
Geography – India & World
Indian Polity & Governance

DRDO CEPTAM General English Syllabus

Synonyms
Antonyms
Verb
Tenses
Subject-Verb Agreement
Grammar
Comprehension
Vocabulary
Adverb
Unseen passages
Error Correction
Articles
Fill in the Blanks
Sentence Rearrangement
Idioms & Phrases

DRDO CEPTAM Syllabus for General Science

Chemistry
Botany
Physics
Zoology

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Q: What is the structure of the DRDO CEPTAM exam pattern for STA B post?

DRDO CEPTAM exam pattern for STA B post is given below.

Tier

Mode of Exam

Topics in Exam

Number of Questions

Maximummarks

Exam Duration

(Minutes)

CBT for Screening

Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence and Reasoning Ability, English Language, General Awareness and General Science

120

CBT for Provisional

Selection

Test specific to subject of post-code

100

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Q: What is DRDO CEPTAM exam pattern for Tech A post?

The structure of DRDO CEPTAM exam pattern for Tech A post is given below.

Tier

Mode of Exam

Topics in Exam

Number of Questions

Maximummarks

Exam Duration

(Minutes)

CBT for Screening

Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence and Reasoning Ability, English Language, General Awareness and General Science

120

CBT for Provisional

Selection

Test specific to subject of post-code

100

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Q: What is the marking scheme for DRDO CEPTAM STA B post?

DRDO CEPTAM for Technical Cadre (Senior Technical Assistant-B and Technician-A) consists of Tier 1 and Tier 2 stages. For Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) post, the selection process will include Tier 1 (Screening) and Tier 2 (Final selection). For STA-B position, both Tier 1 and Tier 2 CBT exams will consist of objective type multiple choice-based questions. For Technician-A (Tech-A) post, the selection process will include Tier-1 (CBT) and Tier-2 (Trade Test) stages. The Tier-1 CBT for Tech-A post will include multiple choice-based questions. The Tier-1 CBT exam is for provisional selection. The Tier-2 Trade Test will be based on ITI level in the related trade and evaluates practical skills of candidates. The Tier-2 Trade Test is qualifying in nature and is for final selection. There will be no negative marking in the exam. The exam will be conducted in both English and Hindi medium.

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Q: What is DRDO CEPTAM marking scheme for A and A post?

DRDO CEPTAM for Admin and Allied posts consists of Tier 1 and Tier 2 stages. The CBT in Tier 1 will have multiple choice based questions. The medium of CBT exam will be in both Hindi and English languages. Tier 1 exam is provisional in nature. Tier 2 exam will consist of Skill/Physical fitness and Capability Test, for applicable posts. Tier 2 exam is qualifying in nature. For the post of Junior Translation Officer, Tier 2 exam will be descriptive in nature. There will be no negative marking in CEPTAM exam. The CEPTAM syllabus will be according to the required educational qualification for the specific post.

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