DRDO CEPTAM (DRDO Centre for Personnel Talent Management — Tier I) — Free Online Mock Test
DRDO Technician-A Tier I · 150 Q in 90m. Quantitative + Reasoning + GA + English + Discipline-specific. · Official language: English & Hindi.
DRDO CEPTAM exam at a glance
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Attempt 50 full-length DRDO CEPTAM mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 150-question, 90-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
DRDO CEPTAM key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), through the Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM) |
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| Official website | drdo.gov.in ↗ |
| Mode | A multi-tier recruitment for DRDO’s technical and allied cadres (for example Senior Technical Assistant-B and Technician-A). Selection is by a Tier-I computer-based test (common screening/selection paper) followed by a Tier-II stage — a discipline-specific test for STA-B, or a trade/skill test for Technician-A. |
| Frequency | As and when vacancies arise — CEPTAM issues numbered recruitment drives; there is no fixed annual date. |
| Scoring & marking | Objective Tier-I CBT (with negative marking as specified); the minimum qualifying is commonly 40% for UR/OBC/EWS and 35% for SC/ST/PwBD. Tier-II is discipline- or trade-specific and, for some posts, qualifying in nature. |
| Language | English and Hindi. |
Who is eligible for DRDO CEPTAM?
Post-specific. STA-B typically requires a relevant B.Sc. or diploma; Technician-A typically requires Class 10 plus an ITI certificate in the relevant trade. Age limits and relaxations are set in each notification.
Last verified July 2026 against DRDO — official website. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
DRDO CEPTAM section breakdown
The DRDO CEPTAM mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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CEPTAM Tier I (150 Q)
DRDO CEPTAM scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: DRDO CEPTAM penalises wrong answers (-0.33 per mistake). Skip a question if you cannot eliminate at least 2 options — guessing blindly hurts your scaled score more than blanking.
Scale: DRDO CEPTAM (out of 150).
How DRDO CEPTAM is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
DRDO CEPTAM time strategy
With 150 questions in 90 minutes, you have about 36 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- CEPTAM Tier I (150 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
DRDO CEPTAM topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of DRDO CEPTAM, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
CEPTAM Tier I (150 Q)
- General Knowledge · 20
- Physics — Mechanics · 6
- Physics — Energy · 5
- Physics — Circular Motion · 5
- Physics — Electricity · 5
- Physics — Waves · 5
- Science · 4
- Geography · 4
DRDO CEPTAM difficulty calibration
Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.
DRDO Technician-A Tier I · 150 Q in 90m. Quantitative + Reasoning + GA + English + Discipline-specific. · Official language: English & Hindi.
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Expert take: what DRDO CEPTAM really tests
DRDO CEPTAM is a multi-tier technical recruitment where a common Tier-I CBT screens candidates and a discipline- or trade-specific Tier-II decides the rest. The post you apply for (STA-B vs Technician-A) sets very different eligibility — a B.Sc/diploma versus Class 10 plus ITI — so read the notification closely.
Preparation tips
- Confirm your post’s exact eligibility and tier structure from the CEPTAM notification.
- Build the common Tier-I sections first, then your discipline/trade for Tier-II.
- Practise previous CEPTAM papers to learn the CBT pattern and negative marking.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying for a post whose eligibility (degree vs ITI) you do not actually meet.
- Under-preparing the discipline/trade-specific Tier-II that decides selection.
DRDO CEPTAM study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Build the common Tier-I sections (quant, reasoning, general awareness, English)
- Add the discipline/trade knowledge for your post
- Start objective practice with negative marking
- For STA-B, go deep in your subject for the Tier-II discipline test
- For Technician-A, prepare the trade/skill test
- Drill previous CEPTAM papers
- Sit full timed CBT mocks
- Clear the qualifying-mark thresholds comfortably
- Revise weak Tier-I and discipline topics
Where DRDO CEPTAM can take you
A strong DRDO CEPTAM result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Technical cadre at DRDO
- Defence R&D support
- Stable government role
- Trade & science entry
Best books & official prep for DRDO CEPTAM
- DRDO CEPTAM (STA-B / Tech-A) guides — Various
- Previous-year CEPTAM papers — Various
Official practice: Always work from the specific CEPTAM notification on drdo.gov.in for the exact tiers, syllabus and qualifying marks; build the common Tier-I sections first, then your discipline/trade for Tier-II.
Previous-year papers: Previous CEPTAM papers are widely available and reflect the current CBT pattern.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the DRDO CEPTAM exam pattern?
- DRDO Centre for Personnel Talent Management — Tier I contains 150 questions across 1 section: CEPTAM Tier I (150 Q). Total duration is 90 minutes (about 36 seconds per question).
- Does DRDO CEPTAM have negative marking?
- Yes — DRDO CEPTAM carries negative marking of -0.33 per wrong answer and 1 per correct answer. Skipping is safer than guessing blindly.
- How is DRDO CEPTAM scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 150. DRDO CEPTAM (out of 150).
- How can I practise DRDO CEPTAM online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length DRDO CEPTAM mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of DRDO CEPTAM?
- DRDO CEPTAM is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. DRDO Technician-A Tier I · 150 Q in 90m. Quantitative + Reasoning + GA + English + Discipline-specific. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the DRDO CEPTAM exam?
- DRDO CEPTAM runs for 90 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in DRDO CEPTAM?
- DRDO CEPTAM is split into: CEPTAM Tier I (150 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. DRDO Technician-A Tier I · 150 Q in 90m. Quantitative + Reasoning + GA + English + Discipline-specific. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during DRDO CEPTAM?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the DRDO CEPTAM test adaptive?
- No — DRDO CEPTAM is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many DRDO CEPTAM mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct DRDO CEPTAM variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 7500 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free DRDO CEPTAM test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge DRDO CEPTAM test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are DRDO CEPTAM previous year question–style papers included?
- Every DRDO CEPTAM mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 150-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free DRDO CEPTAM mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's DRDO CEPTAM mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and negative marking, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the DRDO CEPTAM mock test on mobile?
- Yes. DRDO CEPTAM mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the DRDO CEPTAM syllabus?
- The DRDO CEPTAM syllabus maps to its 1 section: CEPTAM Tier I (150 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for DRDO CEPTAM?
- Post-specific. STA-B typically requires a relevant B.Sc. or diploma; Technician-A typically requires Class 10 plus an ITI certificate in the relevant trade. Age limits and relaxations are set in each notification. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic DRDO CEPTAM practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the DRDO CEPTAM exam and how should I prepare?
- Official DRDO CEPTAM exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free DRDO CEPTAM mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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