DRDO CEPTAM is conducted by Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM) of Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO).
DRDO CEPTAM 2021
To have a good understanding of the DRDO CEPTAM 2021, the applicants need to be well acquainted with the syllabus at first. The DRDO CEPTAM 2021 syllabus is also a standard for both, 10th and 12th grade examinations as their question paper is constructed on the basis of the same. Initially, it is extremely significant for the candidates to go through all the topics mentioned under the various themes and topics to prepare a strategy accordingly. For instance; the General intelligence, Quantitative ability/aptitude and Reasoning ability, Arithmetic & Numerical Ability, General Science, General awareness and more . To ace the exam and to know the names of the best reference books, check out the Syllabus mentioned below .
Best Reference Books for DRDO CEPTAM 2021
For the DRDO CEPTAM exam, few of the best reference books are recommended below;
- Master Reasoning Book by KK Singh
- DRDO: CEPTAM Technician ‘A’ (Tech ‘A’) Tier-I Exam Guide (English, Paperback, RPH Editorial Board)
- English for General Competitions by Neetu Singh
- DRDO: CEPTAM Recruitment Exam Guide (English, Paperback, RPH Editorial Board)
DRDO CEPTAM Eligibility Criteria
Candidates whose age is between 18 to 25 years can apply for this exam. There is no upper age limit for SC, ST, OBC, PWD, Widows, ESM, Divorced Women etc.
To apply for this exam, candidates must have successfully completed their 10th Class from the recognized board.
DRDO CEPTAM MTS Syllabus 2021
The DRDO CEPTAM MTS examination is divided into two tiers. The syllabus of the first tier is regarding the topics from Reasoning Ability and General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, Numerical Ability and General Awareness . The second Tier comprises topics from General English, General Science and General Math.
General Science
Biology |
Physics |
Chemistry |
Numerical Ability & Quantitative Aptitude
Average |
Mixtures & Allegations |
Decimal & Fractions |
Permutation, Combination & Probability |
HCF & LCM |
Partnership |
Percentages |
Average |
Simple & Compound Interest |
Speed time and distance |
Number System |
Ratio and Proportions |
Simplification |
Problems on Age |
Profit and Loss |
Time & Work |
General Mathematics
Numerical Methods & Probability Theory |
Vector Algebra & Multivariate Calculus |
Calculus & Differential Equations |
Differential Equations & Mechanics |
Classical Algebra & Analytic Geometry |
General Awareness
Abbreviations |
Important Days |
Current Affairs – National & International |
Economic Science |
Awards and Honors |
Indian Constitution |
Culture |
Important Days |
Current Events |
History |
Geography |
General Politics |
Science – Inventions and Discoveries |
Sports and Games |
Books and Authors |
Important Financial & Economic News |
The Syllabus of DRDO CEPTAM 2021 for Tech A
The first part of the syllabus of DRDO CEPTAM for Technician A posts is divided into four segments: General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability Quantitative Ability/Aptitude, , General Science, English Language (Basic Knowledge) and General Awareness. The second part is inclusive of certain trade/discipline related subjects. To be familiar with DRDO CEPTAM syllabus for Tech A, continue reading.
Reasoning Ability
Analogy |
Statement and Reasoning |
Classification |
Arithmetical Reasoning |
Syllogism |
Visual reasoning |
Number puzzle |
Blood relation |
Mathematical operation |
Clock & Calendar |
Series |
Time sequence, number and ranking test |
Coding and Decoding |
Venn diagrams |
General Knowledge
Banking |
Important dates |
Current Affairs |
Static GK |
Awards and Honors |
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Budget and Five-year plans |
Current affairs of National & International news |
Sports and Culture |
Sports and Culture |
General English
Reading Comprehension |
Jumbled Sentence |
Phrase Replacement |
Error spotting |
Cloze test |
Direct and Incorrect Speech |
One word substitution |
Sentence Improvement |
Personification |
Fill in the blanks |
General Science
Zoology |
History |
Botany |
Physics |
Quantitative Aptitude
Simple & Compound Interest |
Time and Work |
Speed, time & distance |
Percentage |
HCM AND LCM |
Mensuration |
Geometry |
Data Interpretation |
Ratio and Proportion |
Profit & Loss |
Number System |
Average |
Pipes & Cisterns |
Trigonometry |
Inequalities |
Probability |
DRDO CEPTAM Exam Pattern
The table mentioned below brings to light the DRDO CEPTAM exam pattern for different posts.
MTS |
The pattern for MTS exams is inclusive of two tiers and each of them would be conducted in computer-based mode. Questions in the first tier would be put forward for the General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical and General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability Ability. The second tier comprises questions from General Math, General English and General Science. |
Tech A |
The maximum marks alloted for the first Tier examination is 150 for 50 questions in the first section and 100 in the second one with no negative marking. The paper has to be completed within 120 mins. in a Computer Based Mode. The first Part consists of questions from General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, General Awareness, Quantitative Ability/Aptitude, General science and English Language (basic knowledge). The second Section is a trade test, it is of ITI level that is specifically for trade/discipline according to the post-code. |
A & A |
From each segment, there will be a total of 50 questions which the candidates have to complete within 120 minutes. The test carries a total of 150 marks. For Security Assistant ‘A’, Clerk (Canteen Manager Grade-III), Asstt Halwai-cum Cook, Canteen manager, Vehicle Operator ‘A’, Fireman and Fire Engine Driver ‘A’ posts: The test paper is inclusive of a 100 questions from General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, General Awareness, General Science, Arithmetic Quantitative Ability/Aptitude, & Numerical Ability along with 25 questions respectively from trade-related subjects and General English. For Administrative Assistant ‘A’ (English and Hindi Typing) Grade- II Stenographer (English Typing) , Store Assistant ‘A’ (English and Hindi Typing) posts: the Questions in the test are put forward from a General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Ability/Aptitude, General Science & Awareness, Arithmetic & Numerical Ability, General English and Hindi or English Language. From each section, there will be 50 questions. |