DRDO CEPTAM 11 Answer Key 2026 released on 25 March 2026 at drdo.gov.in — download provisional key and raise objections before deadline.
Quick Overview
| Organization | Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) |
| Post Name | Technician-A (Tech-A) & Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) |
| Total Vacancies | 764 |
| Exam Date | 23 March 2026 |
| Answer Key Released | 25 March 2026 |
| Answer Key Type | Provisional (Objection Window Open) |
| Official Website | www.drdo.gov.in |
DRDO CEPTAM 11 Marking Scheme
| Correct Answer | +1 mark per question |
| Wrong Answer | -0.25 marks (negative marking) |
| Unattempted | 0 marks |
| Score Formula | (Correct × 1) minus (Wrong × 0.25) |
Important Dates
| Exam Conducted | 23 March 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 25 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objection | Check www.drdo.gov.in (announced on official portal) |
| Final Answer Key (Expected) | After objection review |
| Result Declaration (Expected) | Coming weeks — check official site |
How to Download DRDO CEPTAM 11 Answer Key 2026
1. Visit the official DRDO website: www.drdo.gov.in.
2. Navigate to 'Careers' or 'CEPTAM-11' section on the homepage.
3. Click on 'Answer Key for CEPTAM-11 STA-B & Tech-A'.
4. Log in using your Registration Number / User ID and Password / Date of Birth.
5. Your answer key with recorded responses will appear on screen.
6. Download and save the PDF for score calculation and reference.
How to Raise Objections
1. Log in to your DRDO candidate portal on www.drdo.gov.in (CEPTAM-11 section).
2. Go to the Challenge / Objection section.
3. Select the question(s) you wish to challenge.
4. Upload supporting documents or references if required.
5. Pay the objection fee (if applicable — refundable if objection is accepted).
6. Submit before the deadline — objections after deadline will NOT be considered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When was DRDO CEPTAM 11 Answer Key 2026 released?
A: The provisional answer key was released on 25 March 2026, just 2 days after the exam.
Q: What is the negative marking in DRDO CEPTAM 11?
A: -0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Correct answers get +1 mark each.
Q: When will DRDO CEPTAM 11 Result 2026 be declared?
A: Results are expected in coming weeks after the final answer key is published at www.drdo.gov.in.
