Defence Research & Development Organisation has announced recruitment for 764 vacancies for the positions of Senior Technical Assistant-B and Technician-A. Eligible candidates can apply online from December 4, 2025, to December 31, 2025. This is a great opportunity for job seekers looking to make a difference in the defence sector. The salary ranges from ₹19,900 to ₹1,12,398, making it an attractive option for applicants. Read below for complete details on eligibility, application fees, and the selection process.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST Applicants | 5 |
| OBC Applicants | 3 |
| PwBD (Gen/EWS) Applicants | 10 |
| PwBD (SC/ST) Applicants | 15 |
| PwBD (OBC) Applicants | 13 |
| Ex-Servicemen Applicants | As per Govt. Policy |
S.No | Post | Candidate Category | Application Fee (Non-Refundable) (A) | Refundable Fee (B) | Total Fee to be Paid with Application (A+B) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | STA -B | UR/OBC/EWS/MSP | 250/- | 500/- | 750/- |
Women/ SC/ST/PwBD/ Ex-Servicemen | NIL | 500/- | 500/- | ||
2 | TECH-A | UR/OBC/EWS/MSP | 100/- | 500/- | 600/- |
Women/ SC/ST/PwBD/ Ex-Servicemen | Nil | 500/- | 500/- |
Refundable Fee: An amount of Rs. 500/- shall be refunded only to those candidates who appear in Tier-I exam.
Payment Mode: Online
Tier–I (CBT)
Tier-II (Trade Test)
Candidates can apply online through the official Defence Research & Development Organisation website. Visit the official notification link to complete the application process before the deadline.
The last date to apply for TIER I & TIER II Exam 2026 is 31 Dec 2025. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid any technical issues.
A total of 764 vacancies are available in TIER I & TIER II Exam 2026 recruitment 2025.
The salary for TIER I & TIER II Exam 2026 is ₹19,900 - ₹1.1L per month.
The age limit for TIER I & TIER II Exam 2026 is 18 to 28 Years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
The application fee for TIER I & TIER II Exam 2026 is: General/OBC: ₹500, SC/ST/PWD/Female: ₹250. Fee payment can be made through the official portal.
The educational qualification required for TIER I & TIER II Exam 2026 is: B.Sc/Diploma in Engineering in Concerned Trade, 10th + ITI certificate in the Concerned trade approved by NCVT/SCVT. Candidates must have completed the required qualification from a recognized university/board.
