The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has officially released the Answer Key for the CEPTAM‑11 recruitment exam 2026. This release follows the Tier‑I Computer Based Test (CBT) conducted on 23 March 2026 for posts including Senior Technical Assistant‑B (STA‑B) and Technician‑A (Tech‑A) across India.
Candidates who appeared in the exam can now download the provisional answer key and their individual response sheet from the official DRDO website. The answer key enables candidates to cross‑verify their answers, estimate expected marks, and challenge any discrepancies before the final results are published.
Important Dates – CEPTAM‑11 Answer Key 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| DRDO CEPTAM‑11 Exam | 23 March 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 25 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objections | To be announced |
| Final Answer Key | After objection review |
| Result Declaration | April 2026 (expected) |
The provisional answer key was officially made available on the DRDO portal on 25 March 2026.
How to Download the DRDO CEPTAM‑11 Answer Key 2026
Follow these steps to download your answer key and response sheet:
- Visit the official DRDO website: https://drdo.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Careers / CEPTAM‑11” section (or “Latest Announcements”).
- Click on “Answer Key for CEPTAM‑11 Tier‑I CBT” link.
- Log in using your Registration Number / User ID and Password / Date of Birth.
- View and download the answer key PDF / response sheet on your screen.
- Save a copy for future reference and score estimation.
Answer Key & Score Estimation
The answer key contains:
- Correct answers for all questions asked in the Tier‑I exam
- Your recorded responses from the CBT
- Marking scheme information
Use the following formula to estimate your marks:
Estimated Score = (Correct Answers × 1) – (Wrong Answers × 0.25)
DRDO applies negative marking in the Tier‑I CBT.
This allows you to quickly calculate your approximate score before the official result announcement.
Objection / Challenge Process
If you find any incorrect answers in the provisional key:
- Log in to the DRDO answer key objection portal on the official website (drdo.gov.in).
- Enter your registration credentials.
- Select the question number(s) you want to challenge.
- Upload supporting proof or references if required.
- Submit your objection before the deadline (to be announced by DRDO).
The final answer key will be released after reviewing all valid objections.
Why the Answer Key Is Important
✔ Helps candidates estimate marks before results are out
✔ Allows identification of wrongly marked answers
✔ Provides opportunity to raise objection if needed
✔ Reduces anxiety while waiting for official results
The release of the answer key is a major step in the recruitment process and helps maintain transparency in evaluation.
About DRDO CEPTAM‑11 Exam 2026
- Recruiting Body: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- Exam Name: CEPTAM‑11 (Centre for Personnel Talent Management)
- Posts: Senior Technical Assistant‑B (STA‑B), Technician‑A (Tech‑A)
- Total Vacancies: 764 (approximate)
- Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Tier‑I Exam Date: 23 March 2026
The CEPTAM‑11 exam is highly competitive and is one of the key recruitment drives for technical and administrative roles in national defence research departments.
Important Links
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Download Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Date Extend Notice | Click Here |
| Check Short Notice | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Hindi | English |
| DRDO Official Website | Click Here |
Note: Direct download links for answer key PDFs become active on the DRDO portal after login.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Has the DRDO CEPTAM‑11 Answer Key 2026 been released?
Yes, the provisional answer key was released on 25 March 2026.
Q2. Where can I download the answer key?
The answer key is available on the official DRDO website (drdo.gov.in) under the CEPTAM‑11 section.
Q3. Do I need login details to download the answer key?
Yes — you must log in with your Registration Number/User ID and Password/DOB.
Q4. Can I challenge the answer key if I find errors?
Yes — DRDO provides an objection window to challenge incorrect answers; final key will be released after review.
Q5. When will the final result be declared?
The result is expected in April 2026, after the final answer key is published.