Career in DRDO: How to make a career in DRDO after 12th? Know which posts offer jobs..

Career in DRDO: It is the dream of every youth to join the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO), a government organization that makes a significant contribution to strengthening the defense and security of the country. After the 12th, many students are confused about how to join DRDO. If you are also one of them, then this news is of use. Let us know what qualifications are required to get a job in DRDO, which courses have to be done, and what the recruitment process is.

DRDO is a major government agency working under the Ministry of Defense, which develops new technology and weapons for the army. It works in many fields like aeronautics, life sciences, combat engineering, and electronics.

You can do a job in DRDO after 12th

There are many direct job opportunities in DRDO after 12th. These posts are called admin and allied posts. People working on these posts handle the work of clerks and logistical support in DRDO offices. There are posts of Administrative Assistant A, Store Assistant A, Security Assistant A, Vehicle Operator A, and Fire Engine Driver, Fireman. It is necessary to be a 12th pass for these posts. Typing speed or a driving license is also required for some posts.

ITI or Diploma required for Technician post
If you have done ITI or any diploma after 10th or 12th, then you can apply for the post of 'Technician A'. For this post, along with being a 10th pass, you should have a certificate as a fitter, electrician, welder, etc., in ITI from a recognized institute. On the other hand, students who have taken a diploma in engineering or a bachelor's degree in science (B.Sc.) can apply for the post of 'Senior Technical Assistant 'B' (STA-B)'.

How to become a scientist in DRDO?
If your dream is to become a scientist in DRDO, then you have to start preparing for it from now. You can reach your dream by following these steps.

Choose PCM in 11th-12th: It is very important to study Physics, Chemistry, and Maths (PCM) in 11th and 12th.

Do B.E./B.Tech or B.Sc.: After 12th, you will have to do graduation (B.Sc.) in Engineering (such as Mechanical, Computer Science, Electrical, Aerospace) or Science.

GATE Exam: After graduation, you will have to pass the GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) exam. Students who score well in this exam are shortlisted for the post of 'Scientist B'. This recruitment process is done through the Recruitment and Assessment Center (RAC).

How is the selection done?

DRDO CEPTAM Exam: Recruitment for Technician A, Senior Technical Assistant B and Admin and Allied posts is done through CEPTAM (Centre for Personnel Talent Management). There is a computer based test (CBT) in this. Skill test and physical test are also taken for some posts. For this, the age limit in the general category should be 18-28 years for Technician A/STA-B, 18-27 years for Admin and Allied and up to 28 years for Scientist B.

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