- DRDO ENTRY TEST - Frequently Asked Questions

Q-1. When I can apply for various posts in DRDO? A. ?

After publication of advertisement by CEPTAM to the closing date of receipt of application.

Q-2. From where I can get copy of advertisement? A. ( ) ?

Copy of advertisement can be downloaded from our website. It is being published in Employment news also.

Q-3. How to apply in response to the advertisement? A. ?

Read the Instructions given in the advertisement carefully, determine your eligibility and follow three steps as given to apply: : , ,

Step-I: Register yourself through SMS and Get registration number which is required while filling the application form. (Note: Register for each post code separately if you are applying for more than one post code and get registration for each post code.) -I: ) (SMS) ( : ( ) , ,

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Step-II [For the Post of STA-B]: Apply Online, take a printout of filled online application form and send it along with photograph and other documents, by Ordinary Post (NOT through courier, registered post or speed post). -II [STA-B ) ]: , , ( ,

Step-II [For Other Posts]: Apply either online or on Prescribed Performa (i.e. Application Form), as given in the advertisement, along with photograph and other documents, by Ordinary Post (NOT through courier, registered post or speed post). -II [ ( , ), ]: ) ( , ,

Step-III: Make payment along with application through IPO or online if you are applying online. -III: , ,

Q-4. When can I register through SMS? SMS A. ?

From the day of Advertisement to closing date.

Q-5. How do I register myself for DRDO Entry Test through SMS? A. ? (SMS)

All interested candidates who wish to apply for DRDO Entry Test, are compulsorily required to register themselves on mobile no. 56677 of CEPTAM by sending a SMS in this format CEPTAM <space>First choice of Exam City Code<space> Post Code<space> Date of Birth as ddmmyy<space>NAME (Leaving a space between first, middle and last name) Example: CEPTAM 15 0112 231283 Rupesh Kumar Goyal [Where City Code=15, Postcode=0112, DOB=231283 and Name= Rupesh Kumar Goyal] Page | 2

After sending the SMS, candidate will receive an auto-generated response message with Registration Number based on exam city code, post code. [Like CEPTAM Reg. No. 150112000082 for rupesh kumar goyal DOB 231283 Post Code 0112 (Electronics & Instrumentation) for the data entered in the above exam ple]. Candidate will mention this registration number in his application form. Candidates are advised to complete this process correctly, as he will be responsible for any wrong particulars which may leads to rejection of his/her application. > = 15, , ( (SMS) , ); . . . . > > , 56677 < ( , , SMS > . [ , <

: CEPTAM< ddmmyy<

: CEPTAM 15 0112 231283 RUPESH KUMAR GOYAL = 0112, = 231283 ), :

= RUPESH KUMAR GOYAL] , , , /

: "CEPTAM Reg. No. 150112000082 rupesh kumar goyal DOB 231283

Post Code 0112 (Electronics & Instrumentation).

Q-6. Is it necessary to send application after registering through SMS? A. , ?

YES. Without registration number application will not be accepted. It is FIRST STEP for Applying for any post. (Note: Register for each post code separately if you are applying for more than one post code and get registration for each post code.) ; ) ( : ,

Q-7. Is it sufficient to register through SMS only, for writing DRDO Entry Test? , ?

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A.

No, after registration it is mendatory to apply for registered post either online or as per application format for the post, (for the post of STA-B it is also mandatory to apply online). All applicants will send their online printed application forms (for STA-B) or Application in required format along with documents as required to Director, CEPTAM before/or on closing date by ordinary post (Not by courier, registered post or speed post) , ) / STA-B ( , SMS

Q-8. I am applying for more than one Post. Is it necessary to register for each post? ? A. YES; It is essential to register for each post code you are applying for and get registration number for each post code? , , -

Q-9. I have submitted my application on prescribed format but could not register myself through SMS. Whether my application will be considered? A. , ?

NO; Applications received without registration number are liable to be rejected. Prior registration is mandatory for all posts, candidates applying for. ;

Q-10. Can I make payment through Cheque/Draft/Money Order? / A. / ?

No; the Cheque/Draft/Money Order will NOT be acceptable in any condition. Candidates applying online have option to pay the requisite fee online. For other candidates applying offline on prescribed format shall have to pay a non-refundable fee of Rs. 50/- through Indian Postal Order (IPO) issued in favour of The Director, Page | 4

CEPTAM, Delhi, payable at Delhi. Separate fee shall be paid by the candidates applying for each post code. Indian Postal Order must have been issued after the date of publication of advertisement and should not be later than the closing date. ; / / , , Q-11. Can I make online payment? A. ? , . 50/- - (IPO) " , ,

Only candidates applying online have the option of online payment.

Q-12. Can I send more than one application in a single envelope? A. ?

No; Candidates applying for more than one post should send their application, complete in all respect, in separate envelope. ; , -

Q-13. What is the cut-off date for determining the qualification, age and other criteria? , A. ?

Closing Date of receipt of application is fixed as the Cut-off Date for determining the Qualification, Age and other Criteria. , , ,

Q-14. I am appearing in my final year examination, which is essential qualification to apply for the post, and my result will be declared after the cut-off date, can I apply for DRDO Entry Test? , , , ? Page | 5

A.

No; you are not eligible to apply. Candidates fulfilling the eligibility condition on the closing date can only apply. Candidates appearing/appeared in the examination and if their result is not declared by the closing date will NOT be considered and candidature of such candidates can be rejected at any stage (as and when it is noticed). ; ) , , (

Q-15. What are the age limits and age relaxations for examinations conducted by CEPTAM? A. ?

The the upper age limit and age concessions are as per Government Rules. However, the age limits are different for different posts and are to be confirmed from the Notice/ Advertisement published in the Employment News. Generally, the age limits for STA-B and Technician-A are 18-28 years and for Admin and Allied category of posts are 18 to 27 years, except for Assistant Hindi where age limit is between 18 to 30 years as on the Cut-off date. 18-28 , , 18 30 -B , -A 18 27 ,

(Admin & Allied)

Q-16. I do not have my degree/ diploma subject exactly as required in advertisement, but it is equivalent to that subject/ trade, can I apply for that post? / , A. , , ?

No; the educational and other qualifications are indicated in advertisement; your Degree/Diploma/ITI Certificate must bear the same subject as required for the post. Also, Candidates must have read the required subject at least for 2 years in the course of graduation programme (where essential qualification is graduation).

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Q-17. Say, I am pursuing BE /B. Tech /M.Sc. or say, PhD. Am I eligible to apply for STA-B or Tech A? B.Tech/BE/M.Sc. A. ? Ph.D , STA-B Tech-'A'

Candidates possessing higher qualification viz. BE/B.Tech/M.Sc./PhD etc. as on closing date, shall not be considered for the recruitment to the posts of STA B or Tech A. However, the candidates who are pursuing higher qualification, but not going to complete as on closing date may apply. , , Tech-'A' , ( , BE/B.Tech/M.Sc./PhD, , )

, STA-'B'

Q-18. I have higher qualification than required for Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) or Tecnician-'A', am I eligible to apply? A. ? -' ' (STA-B) ? -' ' (Technician-A)

NO; candidates possessing higher qualification viz. M.Sc., Ph.D or M.Tech, B.Tech, B.E. degree etc as on cut-off date, shall NOT be considered for the recruitment to the posts of either Senior Technical Assistant B or Technician A. ; -' ' (STA-B) M.Sc., Ph.D, B.Tech, BE -'A' (Tech-A)

Q-19. I have done two years diploma course, which is equivalent to three years, can I apply for the post? A. , , ?

NO, Three years diploma is essential wherever it is required, equivalence to duration and even subject/trade will not be considered. Such candidate, if allowed to appear in

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the examination or being called for documents verification will not be considered as a ground for his being eligible for the post(s) applied for. , Q-20. If I am allowed to appear in the examination or called for documents verification/interview, does it mean I am eligible for the post? A. ? , / , , ,

Not always. CEPTAM does not undertake any scrutiny of the applications before the examination and all applicants (except those applicants whose applications are summarily rejected), are allowed to appear in the examination and their eligibility is verified only after the examination. Merely because a candidate has been allowed to appear in the examination (posts for which examination is conducted) or being called for documents verification will not be considered as a ground for his being eligible for the post(s) applied for. , , ), ( ,

Q-21. Is there any preference in DRDO for selection for Defence personnel or their ward? A. ?

No, there is no such preference for Defence personnel or their ward. However, posts are reserved for Ex-service man as per roster. , ,

Q-22. When I am likely to get my Admit Card (Hall Ticket)? ( ) ?

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A.

Admit cards are likely to be available on this website 15 days before the examination. The Link for admit card will be activated as soon as admit cards are uploaded. 15 , ( )

Q-23. I have not received my Admit Card (hall ticket) for examination. So what should I do? ( A. ) ?

Admit cards are made available on this website. You may download the same. Link will be active about 15 days before the examination. 15 , ( )

Q-24. I am unable to retrieve my Admission Card (Hall Ticket) for examination? ( A. ) ?

Check the details you are entering to retrieve your Admit Card, You may not be able to retrieve if details entered are not exactly same as given in your application form. It can also happen if your application is received Late or without SMS Registration Number or Without IPO or Without Photograph etc. Contact CEPTAM (Help Line). , ( ) , ) ( ) , ,

Q-25. Can Post Code be changed? A. ?

No, change in post code is not allowed. ,

Q-26. Can Examination City/ centre be changed? / A. ?

No, change in examination city and center is not permitted. ,

Q-27. My subject code in admit card (hall Ticket) is not same as I applied in my application? ( ) , , ? Page | 9

A.

Fax the first page of your application form to CEPTAM with discrepancy. (Fax No. 011-23810276) , ( 011-23810276)

Q-28. My Date of Birth (DOB) in my admit card (Hall Ticket) is incorrect? , A. ( ) , ?

Fax the first page of your application form to CEPTAM with discrepancy. (Fax No. 011-23810276) , ( 011-23810276)

Q-29. My category in Admit card (Hall Ticket) is not correct? ( A. ) , ?

Fax the first page of your application form to CEPTAM with discrepancy. , ( 011-23810276)

Q-30. Where the written examination is conducted? A. ?

Examination Cities and their codes are given in the following table:
01 Agra

06 Chandigarh

:
11 Guwahati 16 Kanpur 21 - Port Blair

02 Ahmedabad

07 Chennai

12 Hyderabad

17 Kochi 18 Kolkata

22 Pune

03 Bengaluru 04 Bhopal

08 Dehradun

13 Imphal

23 Raipur

09 - Delhi NCR

14 Jammu

19 Nagpur

24 Ranchi

05 Bhubaneswar

10 Gorakhpur

15 Jodhpur

20 Patna

25 Visakhapatnam

New centre can also be added depending upon the number of applications. The CEPTAM may at its discretion can hold re-examination as and when necessary. The CEPTAM reserves the right to cancel the exam held at any centre and ask the candidates of that centre to appear at another centre. The CEPTAM also reserves the right to divert candidate of any centre to some other centre to take examination.

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Q-31. What to do when date of Interview clashes with another exam or interview? A. ?

No change is ordinarily permissible. However, if the interviews are being held at the specified venue for more than one day for the same subject/trade, the request may be considered if made at least ten days in advance with supporting documents. / , , , ,

Q-32.

What is the process of selection? ?

A.

The process of selection usually includes any one or more of the following: Written Examinations, Trade/Skill Tests, Professional Practise Tests, Proficiency Tests, Physical Endurance Test/ Medical Test and Personal Interviews etc. as and where necessary. It is mandatory to pass all examination process and tests independently. ( / ) / / : / , /

Q-33.

What is the criterion for calling in interview? ?

A.

First, candidates will be called for written examination without any scrutiny. However, the original certificates pertaining to essential qualification and other relevant documents will be examined/ verified completely before/ and at the time of document verification/ trade/ skill test and interview. Possible eligible candidates (those who will get minimum pass marks in written examination and will fulfiling eligibility criteria on the basis of documents submitted by them) will be called for document verification/Trade/Skill Tests, Professional Practise Tests, Proficiency Tests, Physical Endurance Test/ Medical Test and Personal Interviews, based upon Page | 11

their ranking in written examination in a ratio of 1:6 (one vacancy against six shortlisted candidates) for all posts and in a ratio of 1:8 where skill/ trade test is mandatory provided as a qualifying condition they secure the minimum qualifying marks in written examination (which is 40% for general category and 35% for SC/ ST candidates this year). The last candidate securing equal marks in the bracket will also be included. Candidates meeting eligibility criteria [Qualification, Age, Category, Experience (wherever applicable) during document verification process will be allowed for trade/ skill test (wherever applicable) and interview. However, the CEPTAM at its discretion, can design the structure of the selection process, and use critical data such as Educational Qualifications, Work Experience, Examination Marks, as criteria to determine eligibility or may take recourse to preliminary screening of the candidates. The CEPTAM shall also conduct specific Practical Tests, Health Tests, Oral Tests, as and when deemed necessary. Minimum qualifying marks for each process of selection i.e. written examination, trade/skill test, physical endurance test and interview for preparing merit list, will be fixed by CEPTAM. However, weighage 85% for written and 15% for 'Interview' is fixed. ) , ) / , , , [ , / , , ( , 40% SC / ST , , , / 1:8 / , , , , ] 35% ) / , / ( , , ( / , 1:6 ( / ) ( ), /

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 Q-34. )

, (85%

15%

When and where the interviews/trade tests will be conducted? / ?

A.

Details of interview/trade tests venues for different post codes will be made available on this website. /

Q-35.

What are the criteria for recommending a candidate for appointment? ?

A.

Final recommendation of the candidates for the post are made on the basis of merit obtained through percentage and weightage of marks obtained in written examination and interview (85% for written examination and 15% for interview). Further, subjected to conditions: 1. (85% , Candidate : has passed the Trade Test/ Skill Test/ Physical 15% )

Endurance/Medical Test wherever conducted. / (Pass) 2. , / /

Candidate has secured minimum pass marks (5% less for SC/ST candidates) in interview, i.e. he has cleared (Pass) the interview ( 5%

for SC/ST) 3.

The Essential Qualification Requirement (EQR) pertaining to the posts are completed as on Cut-off Date. (EQR)

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4.

Candidate is NOT possessing higher qualification viz. M.Sc. or B.Tech, B.E. degree etc as on cut-off date, for the posts of Senior Technical Assistant B or Technician A. ' ' 'A' ,

M.Sc/BE/B.Tech

5.

Candidate is within age limits as on the closing date of applications.

Q-36.

What to do when my name and reference number are given in the results but the category shown is not correct? (categoty) , ?

A.

Such candidates are expected to inform the CEPTAM immediately for redetermining their results in the actual category.

Q-37.

How long does it take to nominate candidates after declaration of the final results of an Examination? ?

It generally takes about 30-40 days to process the dossiers of successful candidates. Thereafter, the candidates are nominated to the respective Labs/Establishment of DRDO to which they have been allocated. The concerned Lab/Establishment issues the offer of appointment to the candidates within 15-20 days, after completing the due formalities. Candidates are also informed about Labs/Establishment to which they have been nominated from the Notice Board of this website or through letter. / / / 15-20 , , 30-40 ,

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Q-38.

I have EQR for more than one post code. May I apply for two or more post codes? ? (EQR)

A.

The examination of all post codes are conducted in the same day and in two shifts all over the country. The written examination of STA B and Technician A shall be conducted in different shifts. The examination for Admin Assistants A and Store Assistants A shall also be in separate shifts but it shall be time -clubbed either with shift for STA B or Technician A. Therefore, candidates applying for more than one post should send their application, complete in all respect, in separate envelope and as per examination scheme. It is also essential to register for each post code you are applying for and get registration number for each post code. - -'A' , ( , -'A' , ) , , -' ' (Admin Assistant-A) ' ' ' ' (STA-B) , -

' ' (STA-B)

Q-39.

Where I will be posted, if selected? ?

A.

Likely stations of posting are mentioned in the Advertisement. However, as per Central Government rules candidates are liable to serve anywhere within limits of Union of India including field locations / remote areas. Minimum 5 years of service at the first place of posting will be mandatory. However, they may be posted to other locations in public interest by DRDO and No request for transfer will be entertained during this period. , 5 , , , ,

Q-40.

What is Physical Endurance Test (PET)? Page | 15

 A.

For the post of Security Assistant A, Fireman, Fire Engine Driver and Drivers where physical fitness is necessary for discharge of the duties, it is mandatory to pass the prescribed Physical Endurance, Physical Measurements & Medical tests (wherever applicable) as per DRDO norms. PET includes events like 1600 meter race in 7 minutes time, rope climbing using hands 12 feet vertical climbing & 20 sit-ups etc. For female candidates, standards shall be relaxed as per DRDO norms. DRDO reserves the right to give all or a few of the above events to ascertain the endurance of the candidates. Candidates undergoing PET test will do so at their own risk. 12 , , , , 7 20 ' ', , 1600 (push-ups) , , , (pass) , ,

Q-41.

What are Medical standards? ?

A.

For the post of Security Assistant A, Fireman, Fire Engine Driver and Drivers where physical fitness is necessary for discharge of the duties, it is mandatory to pass the prescribed Physical Endurance & Medical tests (wherever applicable) as per DRDO norms. , , ' ', , , (pass) , ,

Medical standards are as follows: :

(i) Minimum height 165 cm without shoes (relaxation in height is admissible for candidates belonging to hilly areas and tribal areas as per Govt. rules) (ii) Chest should be well proportioned and 82 cm without expansion with minimum 5 cm expansion (iii) Weight should be minimum 50 Kg (iv) Hearing normal without aids Page | 16

(v) Vision vision must be 6/6 without aid. Each eye must have full field of vision and the candidate must be free from Night & Colour blindness. (i) 6/6 Q-42. 82 (iv) : 165 ( , ) (ii) (v) : 5 (iii) 50

I am already working in Govt./PSU/Autonomous organization/Armed Forces. What is the application procedure for me? / /, / ? / /

A.

Candidates serving in Govt. /PSU/, Autonomous Organizations /Armed Forces including (departmental candidates) must apply through proper channel and may send an advance copy after intimating his Head of Office/ Department. However, he has to submit NOC from the present employer at the time of document verification/ interview, if shortlisted. / ' ' ( , /, / / , , ) ( / ) /

Q-43.

I am a resident of remote area (like Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Jammu and Kashmir, Lahaul and Spiti District and Pangi Sub Division of Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar Island and Lakshadweep). What is the last date for submission of my Application Form? ( , , ) , Pangi , , , , , , ?

, Lahaul Spiti

A.

Online application will be accepted up to the closing date. However, hard copy applications of candidates residing in Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Jammu and Kashmir, Lahaul and Spiti District and Pangi Sub Division of Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh, Page | 17

Andaman & Nicobar Island and Lakshadweep shall be accepted by post within one week after the closing date. , , Pangi , Q-44. , , , , , , , , , ,

, Lahaul Spiti

What is the syllabus of DRDO written examination? ?

A.

The syllabus of the examination will be based on the standards of Essential Qualification required (EQR) for the respective post. (EQR)

Q-45.

Is there any material for preparation of examination is available? ?

A.

NO, only your text books and course material is sufficient. In addition to this you may prepare for general awareness, general intelligence, reasoning ability, numerical & arithematic ability, general science and language etc. We do not recommend any specific guide available in the market for this purpose. BEWARE of Guides sold in the market with different title using words like CEPTAM, DRDO ENTY TEST etc. They are not our publications. , , , / , , ,

Q-46.

What will be the pattern of Question Paper? ?

A.

All questions will be multiple choice type with four alternative options. The written examination will be OMR based and of two hours duration, consisting of 150 objectives type multiple answer choice questions as given in advertisement. OMR sheet will be used as answer book.

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 , (OMR Sheet) Q-47.

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150

Is there any negative marking in written examination? ?

A.

No. Presently there is no negative marking.

Q-48.

I have license of Two /Three wheelers and LMV. Am I eligible for applying for the posts of Civilian Driver A & Fire Engine Driver? ' ' / / (LMV) ?

A.

NO, for the posts of Civilian Driver A & Fire Engine Driv er, a valid Driving license for Two /Three wheelers and light and heavy vehicles are required. For the post of Civilian Driver A, one year experience of driving heavy vehicle is also required after acquiring the license. , ' ' ' ' / , , / ,

(LMV)

Q-49.

What are the typing speed/short hand speed requirement for the posts of Admin Asstt./ Store Asstt./ Personal Asstt etc.? speed / / ? /short hand

A.

Details of these are given in Important Instruction Section on our Notice Board.

Q-50.

Last time in CEPTAM-05 Examination I got higher marks than cut-off marks, but I was not called for interview? -05 ? , ,

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A.

This could be due to many reasons, your EQR as given in the advertisement may be not be matching as required, or due to age, category, experience is not as required. Some other reason could be: You may not be having three year diploma where diploma in subject/trade is required for any post. (Equivalance is not considered). Your Degree/Diploma/ITI Certificate may not be exectely as required for the post. (Must bear the same subject as required. Also, Candidates must have read the required subject at least for 2 years in the course of graduation programme where essential qualification is graduation). You may be possessing higher qualification viz. M.Sc., Ph.D or M.Tech, B.Tech, B.E. degree etc as on cut-off date. (Candidates having higher qualification are not considered for the recruitment to the posts of either Senior Technical Assistant B or Technician A. , ), -' ' (STA-B) / / 2 , , EQR , , ( : ,

-'A' (Tech-A)

M.Sc., Ph.D, B.Tech, BE

Q-51.

How to reach CEPTAM? ?

A.

CEPTAM is situated opposite Sushruta Trauma Centre on ring road behind I. P. College near Civil line metro station, DELHI-110054.

Q-52.

My query is not addressed in FAQ section? ?

A.

You may write/contact CEPTAM or send a Fax/email to Director, CEPTAM. / , Page | 20