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DRDO CEPTAM Syllabus 2024: Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM) announced DRDO CEPTAM syllabus. DRDO CEPTAM syllabus is divided into Tier 1 and 2. For the post of STA-B, DRDO CEPTAM syllabus for CBT comprises topics and sub-topics from Quantitative ability/aptitude, General intelligence & Reasoning ability, General awareness, English language (basic knowledge), General science. The Tier 2 syllabus for this post comprises subjects specific to the post-code. DRDO CEPTAM syllabus for Tech-A is divided into two sections-A and B. DRDO CEPTAM syllabus for Tech-A comprises topics from Quantitative ability/aptitude, General intelligence & Reasoning ability, General awareness, English language (basic knowledge). Section-B syllabus comprises topics specific to the trade/discipline. The Tier 2 syllabus for this post comprises subjects specific to trade/discipline of post-code (Trade test will be of ITI level in the related trade to test the practical skills of the candidates). Read below for more details on DRDO CEPTAM syllabus.
Candidates preparing for the exam need to be very conversant with DRDO CEPTAM syllabus. Preparation for the exam should begin by going through DRDO CEPTAM syllabus in order to have a good understanding of the topics under different sections: Quantitative ability/aptitude, General intelligence & Reasoning ability, General awareness, General Science, Arithmetic & Numerical Ability, etc. The syllabus of DRDO CEPTAM is at par with the Class 10 and 12 standards. The question paper will be based on the DRDO CEPTAM syllabus. With the help of the syllabus, candidates can plan their preparation strategy accordingly. Candidates can check below the detailed DRDO CEPTAM syllabus along with the best books to refer to for the exam.
Q: What is DRDO CEPTAM Tier 2 syllabus for STA B?
DRDO CEPTAM Tier 2 syllabus for STA B is given below.
DRDO CEPTAM Syllabus Tier 2 | |
| Electrical | Electrical and Electronic Measurements, Analog and Digital Electronics, Power Electronics and Drives, Electro Magnetic Induction, Electric Circuits and Fields, Signals and Systems, Electrical Machines, Power System, Control System |
| Instrumentation | Signals Systems and Communications, Electrical and Electronic Measurements, Control Systems and Process Control, Analytical, Optical and Biomedical Instrumentation, Basics of Circuits and Measurement Systems, Mechanical Measurement, Industrial Instrumentation, Digital Electronics, Analog Electronics |
| Chemical | Chemical Technology, Heat Transfer, Mass Transfer, Process Calculations and Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics and Mechanical Operations, Chemical Reaction Engineering |
| Mechanical | Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, Engineering Materials, Metal Casting, Machining and Machine Tool Operations, Inventory Control and Operation Research, Engineering Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Theory of Machines, Vibrations Design |
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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.
Upvote 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 |
Upvote 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
Upvote DRDO CEPTAM 10 DRTC Syllabus
DRDO CEPTAM 10 DRTC syllabus for Tier-1 and Tier-2 is given below:
DRDO CEPTAM 10 DRTC Syllabus for Tier 1
The Tier 1 comprises topics from Quantitative ability/aptitude, General intelligence & Reasoning ability, General awareness, English language (basic knowledge), General science.
Syllabus for English
- Synonyms
- Antonyms
- Verb
- Tenses
- Subject-Verb Agreement
- Grammer
- Comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Adverb
- Unseen passages
- Error Correction
- Articles.
- Fill in the Blanks
- Sentence Rearrangement
- Idioms & Phrases etc.
Syllabus for General Awareness
- Indian Constitution
- Cultural Heritage
- Indian National Movement
- Science & Technology
- About India
- History – India & World
- Geography – India & World
- Indian Polity & Governance etc.
Syllabus for General Intelligence
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 etc
Mathematics Syllabus
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 etc
DRDO CEPTAM Syllabus for Tier 2
The Tier 2 syllabus comprises the subjects related to the trade/discipline.
| Subject Name | Syllabus Topics Wise |
|---|---|
| Chemical |
Process Calculations and Thermodynamics Fluid Mechanics and Mechanical Operations Chemical Reaction Engineering Chemical Technology Heat Transfer. Mass Transfer |
| Electrical |
Electric Circuits and Fields Signals and Systems Electrical Machines Power System Control System Electrical and Electronic Measurements Analog and Digital Electronics Power Electronics and Drives Electro Magnetic Induction |
| Mechanical |
Engineering Mechanics Strength of Materials Theory of Machines Vibrations Design Fluid Mechanics Heat Transfer Thermodynamics Engineering Materials Metal Casting Machining and Machine Tool Operations Inventory Control and Operation Research |
| Instrumentation |
Basics of Circuits and Measurement Systems Mechanical Measurement Industrial Instrumentation Digital Electronics Analog Electronics Signals Systems and Communications Electrical and Electronic Measurements Control Systems and Process Control Analytical. Optical and Biomedical Instrumentation |
DRDO CEPTAM 10 Selection Process
The selection process for Senior Technical Assistant-B and Technician-A under DRDO CEPTAM 10 recruitment 2022 is given in the table below:
| Posts | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) |
CBT 1 (Screening Test) & CBT 2 (Selection Test) |
| Technician-A (Tech-A) |
CBT 1 (Selection Test) & Trade Test/Skill Test |
DRDO CEPTAM MTS Syllabus
DRDO CEPTAM MTS exam comprises two tiers: 1 and 2. The syllabus of tier 1 comprises topics from General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, General Awareness, and Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Ability. DRDO CEPTAM syllabus for Tier 2 comprises topics from General Science, General Math, and General English.
Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Ability |
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|---|---|
| Number System | Ratio and Proportions |
| HCF & LCM | Partnership |
| Simplification | Problems on Age |
| Percentages | Average |
| Profit and Loss | Time & Work |
| Simple & Compound Interest | Speed, Time & Distance |
| Average | Mixtures & Allegations |
| Decimal & Fractions | Permutation, Combination & Probability |
| General Awareness |
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|---|---|
| Current Affairs – National & International | Economic Science |
| Abbreviations | Important Days |
| Awards and Honors | Indian Constitution |
| Books & Authors | Important Financial & Economic News |
| Culture | Important Days |
| Current events | History |
| Geography | General Politics |
| Science – Inventions & Discoveries | Sports and Games |
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General Science
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
General Mathematics
- Classical Algebra & Analytic Geometry
- Calculus & Differential Equations
- Differential Equations & Mechanics
- Numerical Methods & Probability Theory
- Vector Algebra & Multivariate Calculus
DRDO CEPTAM Syllabus for A&A post
DRDO CEPTAM syllabus for A & A post is divided into Quantitative ability/aptitude, General intelligence & Reasoning ability, General awareness, General science, Arithmetic & Numerical Ability, General Ability, Hindi or English Language. DRDO CEPTAM A&A syllabus is given below:
Quantitative Ability: Analogies, Similarities and Differences, Space Visualisation, Spatial orientation, Problem-Solving, Analysis, Judgement, Decision Making, Visual Memory, Discrimination, Observation, Relationship Concepts, Arithmetical Reasoning and Figural Classification, Arithmetic Number Series, Non-Verbal Series, Coding and Decoding, Statement Conclusion, Syllogistic Reasoning, etc.
Quantitative Aptitude: Questions will be asked from Simplification, Number Series, Quadratic Equations Average, Percentage, Time & Work, Area, profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Speed, Investment, HCF & LCM, Problem On Ages, Bar Graph, Pictorial Graph, Pie Chart.
Reasoning Ability: Focus on Comprehension Reasoning, Venn Diagrams, Coding and De-coding, Problem-Solving Techniques, Statement & Conclusion type questions, Arithmetic Reasoning, Arithmetical Number Series, Non-Verbal Series, Syllogistic Reasoning, Seating Arrangements, Decision Making, Input & Output, Logical Reasoning. Candidates might also get questions from Non-Verbal Reasoning.
General Awareness: Current Affairs (National and International), Major Financial/Economic News. Budget and Five Year Plans, Sports, Books and Authors, Awards and Honours, Science-Inventions and Discoveries, Abbreviations, Important days, International and National Organisations.
English Language: Synonyms, Antonyms, Sentence Error, Sentence Correction, Fill in the Blanks, Sentence Arrangements/ Word Arrangement, Comprehension & Cloze Test.
DRDO CEPTAM Syllabus for Tech A
Part A of DRDO CEPTAM syllabus for Technician A posts is divided into four sections: Quantitative Ability/Aptitude, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, General Awareness, English Language (Basic Knowledge) and General Science. Part B comprises specific trade/discipline-related subjects. Check the complete DRDO CEPTAM syllabus for Tech A below.
| General English |
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|---|---|
| Phrase Replacement |
Error spotting |
| Personification |
Fill in the blanks |
| One word substitution |
Sentence Improvement |
| Reading Comprehension |
Jumbled Sentence |
| Cloze test |
Direct and Incorrect Speech |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
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|---|---|
| HCM & LCM |
Mensuration |
| Number System |
Average |
| Speed, time & distance |
Percentage |
| Ratio and Proportion |
Profit & Loss |
| Inequalities |
Probability |
| Simple & Compound Interest |
Time & Work |
| Pipes & Cisterns |
Trigonometry |
| Geometry |
Data Interpretation |
| Reasoning Ability |
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|---|---|
| Classification |
Arithmetical Reasoning |
| Series |
Time sequence, number and ranking test |
| Analogy |
Statement and Reasoning |
| Coding and Decoding |
Venn diagrams |
| Number puzzle |
Blood relation |
| Syllogism |
Visual reasoning |
| Mathematical operation |
Clock & Calendar |
General Science
- History
- Botany
- Physics
- Zoology
| General Knowledge |
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|---|---|
| Current Affairs |
Static GK |
| Budget and Five-year plans |
Current affairs of National & International news |
| Banking |
Important dates |
| Sports & Culture |
Sports & Culture |
| Awards and Honors |
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DRDO CEPTAM Exam Pattern
The table below highlights DRDO CEPTAM exam pattern for various posts.
DRDO CEPTAM 10 DRTC Exam Pattern for Senior Technical Assistant-B
| Tier | Mode of Exam | Section Name | No. of Qs | Max Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier-I |
CBT 1 (Screening Test) |
Test Common to all Post-Codes: Quantitative Ability/Aptitude |
120 |
120 |
90 minutes |
| Tier-II |
CBT 2 (Selection Test) |
Test Specific to Posts |
100 |
100 |
90 minutes |
DRDO CEPTAM 10 Exam Pattern for Technician-A
| Tier | Mode of Exam | Section Name | No. of Qs | Max Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier-I |
CBT for Provisional Selection |
Section-A: Quantitative ability/aptitude General intelligence & Reasoning ability General Awareness English language (basic knowledge) Section-B: Specific to trade/discipline of post-code |
40 (Section-A) + 80 (Section-B) |
120 |
90 minutes |
| Tier-II |
Trade Test (Qualifying in nature ) |
Specific to trade/discipline of postcode |
The Trade test may be of about one to two hours duration |
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DRDO CEPTAM exam pattern for Tech A, MTS and A&A posts
| Post | Exam pattern |
|---|---|
| Tech A | The Tier 1 exam is conducted in Computer Based Mode. Part A will have questions from Quantitative Ability/Aptitude, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, General Awareness, English Language (basic knowledge), General science. Section B is specific to trade/discipline as per the post-code. There are 50 questions in Section A. There are 100 questions in Section B. The maximum marks allotted for this test is 150. The duration of the test is 120 minutes. There are no negative marks for wrong answers. Tier 2 is a trade test, it is of ITI level. |
| A &A | For 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) posts: Questions in the test are asked from Quantitative Ability/Aptitude, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, General Awareness, General Science, Arithmetic & Numerical Ability, General English and Hindi or English Language. From each section, there will be 50 questions. The test carries a total of 150 marks. The duration of the test is 120 minutes. For Security Assistant ‘A’, Clerk (Canteen Manager Grade-III), Asstt Halwai-cum Cook, Vehicle Operator ‘A’, Fire Engine Driver ‘A’ and Fireman posts: The test paper comprises 100 questions from Quantitative Ability/Aptitude, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, General Awareness, General Science, Arithmetic & Numerical Ability and 25 questions each from General English and trade-related subjects. The total marks for the test are 150. The duration of the exam is 120 minutes. |
| MTS | The exam pattern of MTS comprises two tiers: 1 and 2. Both the tiers will be conducted in computer-based mode. Questions in tier 1 will be asked 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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Best Books for DRDO CEPTAM
Candidates can refer to the following books for the DRDO CEPTAM exam:
- DRDO: CEPTAM Technician 'A' (Tech 'A') Tier-I Exam Guide (English, Paperback, RPH Editorial Board)
- DRDO: CEPTAM Recruitment Exam Guide (English, Paperback, RPH Editorial Board)
- Master Reasoning Book by KK Singh
- English for General Competitions by Neetu Singh
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How to Prepare for DRDO CEPTAM?
The tips and tricks to prepare for DRDO CEPTAM exam are given below:
- Before starting the DRDO CEPTAM preparation, candidates must go through the syllabus and exam pattern
- Collect proper study materials and books to clear the concepts of topics given in DRDO CEPTAM syllabus
- Have a proper preparation strategy and give equal time to each subject
- Download sample paper and solve them to get an idea about the exam paper
- Make the study plan and follow it dilligently
DRDO CEPTAM Qualifying Marks
Tier 1 is for the screening of candidates. The minimum qualifying marks for Tier 1 are 40 per cent for UR/OBC candidates and 35 per cent for SC/ST candidates. Aspirants will be provisionally shortlisted based on Tier 1 exam merit in a ratio of 1:8 (No. of vacancy: No. of shortlisted candidates) provided they secure the minimum qualifying marks in the examination. These provisionally shortlisted candidates will be called for the Tier 2 examination. The provisional selection is based on the order of merit obtained in the Tier 2 examination depending upon the post/category/sub-category of the candidate. The minimum qualifying marks for Tier 2 is 40 per cent for UR/OBC candidates and 35 per cent for SC/ST candidates.
DRDO CEPTAM 2022 Syllabus FAQs
Candidates can check DRDO CEPTAM syllabus FAQs.
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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Upvote 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) |
I | CBT for Screening | Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence and Reasoning Ability, English Language, General Awareness and General Science | 120 | 120 | 90 |
II | CBT for Provisional Selection | Test specific to subject of post-code | 100 | 100 | 90 |
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Upvote 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) |
I | CBT for Screening | Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence and Reasoning Ability, English Language, General Awareness and General Science | 120 | 120 | 90 |
II | CBT for Provisional Selection | Test specific to subject of post-code | 100 | 100 | 90 |
Upvote 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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Upvote 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
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Upvote 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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