DRDO CEPTAM (Centralised Employment for Public Technical and Allied Cadre) offers various posts with varying salary scales. For the Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B) post, the pay scale is INR 35,400 – 1,12,400. The Technician-A post, depending on the specific trade, falls within the range of INR 19,900 – 63,200. Additionally, posts like Junior Translation Officer (JTO) have a pay scale of INR 35,400 – 1,12,400.
- Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B): INR 35,400 – 1,12,400.
- Technician-A: INR 19,900 – 63,200.
- Junior Translation Officer (JTO): INR 35,400 – 1,12,400.
- MTS: Approximately INR 18,000 – 56,000.
- Administrative Assistant: INR 19,900 – 63,200.
DRDO CEPTAM Posts and Salary Structure
1. Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B)
Pay Level: Level 6
Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Grade Pay: ₹4,200
In-Hand Salary: Approx. ₹56,586 per month (including allowances)
2. Technician-A
Pay Level: Level 2
Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Grade Pay: ₹1,900
In-Hand Salary: Approx. ₹29,850 per month
3. Junior Translation Officer (JTO)
Pay Level: Level 6
Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Grade Pay: ₹4,200
In-Hand Salary: Approx. ₹55,801 per month
4. Stenographer Grade-I
Pay Level: Level 6
Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Grade Pay: ₹4,200
In-Hand Salary: Approx. ₹55,801 per month
5. Stenographer Grade-II
Pay Level: Level 4
Pay Scale: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
Grade Pay: ₹2,400
In-Hand Salary: Approx. ₹40,000 per month
6. Administrative Assistant ‘A’ (English/Hindi Typing)
Pay Level: Level 2
Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Grade Pay: ₹1,900
In-Hand Salary: Approx. ₹29,850 per month
7. Store Assistant ‘A’ (English/Hindi Typing)
Pay Level: Level 2
Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Grade Pay: ₹1,900
In-Hand Salary: Approx. ₹29,850 per month
8. Security Assistant ‘A’
Pay Level: Level 2
Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Grade Pay: ₹1,900
In-Hand Salary: Approx. ₹29,850 per month
9. Vehicle Operator ‘A’
Pay Level: Level 2
Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Grade Pay: ₹1,900
In-Hand Salary: Approx. ₹29,850 per month
10. Fire Engine Driver ‘A’
Pay Level: Level 2
Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Grade Pay: ₹1,900
In-Hand Salary: Approx. ₹29,850 per month
11. Fireman
Pay Level: Level 2
Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Grade Pay: ₹1,900
In-Hand Salary: Approx. ₹29,850 per month
Allowances and Benefits
Along with the basic pay, DRDO CEPTAM employees receive:
Dearness Allowance (DA) – Currently at 34% of basic pay
House Rent Allowance (HRA) – Varies by city (27%, 18%, 9%)
Transport Allowance (TA) – Based on posting city
Medical Benefits – For employees and dependents
Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
Pension (NPS based)
Summary Table: DRDO CEPTAM Posts and Salaries
| Post Title | Pay Level | Pay Scale (₹) | Grade Pay (₹) | In-Hand Salary (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Technical Assistant-B | 6 | 35,400 – 1,12,400 | 4,200 | ₹56,586 |
| Technician-A | 2 | 19,900 – 63,200 | 1,900 | ₹29,850 |
| Junior Translation Officer | 6 | 35,400 – 1,12,400 | 4,200 | ₹55,801 |
| Stenographer Grade-I | 6 | 35,400 – 1,12,400 | 4,200 | ₹55,801 |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 4 | 25,500 – 81,100 | 2,400 | ₹40,000 |
| Administrative Assistant A | 2 | 19,900 – 63,200 | 1,900 | ₹29,850 |
| Store Assistant A | 2 | 19,900 – 63,200 | 1,900 | ₹29,850 |
| Security Assistant A | 2 | 19,900 – 63,200 | 1,900 | ₹29,850 |
| Vehicle Operator A | 2 | 19,900 – 63,200 | 1,900 | ₹29,850 |
| Fire Engine Driver A | 2 | 19,900 – 63,200 | 1,900 | ₹29,850 |
| Fireman | 2 | 19,900 – 63,200 | 1,900 | ₹29,850 |