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DRDO JTO Exam Details 2026

A complete, student-friendly guide to DRDO JTO: eligibility, vacancy details, salary, selection stages, syllabus, exam pattern, and free mock test links in one modern article.

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MockAttempt Editorial Desk Updated 26 Jul 2026 · 8 min read · Verified exam profile
Authority DRDO
Post JTO(Junior Translation Officer)
Vacancies 33
Qualification Masters
Salary ₹Pay Level - 6 35400 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Last date 08 Dec 2022
Overview

DRDO JTO Recruitment Overview

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Quick answer

DRDO JTO is conducted by DRDO for JTO(Junior Translation Officer) roles. The current profile lists 33 and a selection flow of 1 stage.

Applications 08 Dec 2022 Closed
Competition signal TBD registered candidates
Languages English / Hindi as per notice paper language availability
1
Written Examination objective
Selection note pendingThe detailed selection-process note is being updated. Use the stage list and official notification meanwhile.
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Syllabus

DRDO JTO Syllabus and Important Topics

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Pattern

DRDO JTO Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme

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Salary and vacancy

DRDO JTO Salary, Job Profile, and Vacancies

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Salary scale ₹Pay Level - 6 35400 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Total vacancies 33

DRDO JTO Annual Package 2022

  • The annual DRDO CEPTAM JTO Salary package on average is expected to be ranging from 4.5 Lakhs to 5.2 Lakhs.
  • The selected candidates will also be eligible for the additional allowances and incentives as admissible under the DRDO CEPTAM JTO Rules.

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DRDO CEPTAM JTO Additional Perks and Allowances

The candidates who will be appointed to the DRDO CEPTAM JTO post will receive a set of allowances along with the basic salary as prescribed by the AP High Court. The successful candidate will thereafter be assigned as a Junior Translation Officer in AP High Court. The following benefits will be available to candidates:

  • House Rent Allowances
  • Dearness Allowances
  • Medical Allowances
  • Traveling Allowances
  • Other Allowances

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DRDO CEPTAM JTO Salary Slip

The DRDO CEPTAM JTO Salary Slip is issued to each employee at the end of each month. The salary slip contains information, such as the basic salary, deductions, and allowances, among other things. This salary slip is required for a variety of office tasks, including loan applications, income tax filing, and so on.

DRDO CEPTAM JTO Probation Period

The applicants selected on a contractual basis will be subjected to a probationary period the details of which will be published soon. Beginning on the day of their appointment, during which their work behavior and performance will be reviewed.

Candidates will receive allowances, incentives, and other benefits associated with the position if they successfully complete the probationary period. However, if candidates do not perform well in their probationary period, the commission has the right to terminate him/her.

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DRDO CEPTAM JTO Career Growth and Promotion

After completing the probation period, the candidates contract period can be extended, and they will receive all of the allowances associated with the DRDO CEPTAM JTO position. The criteria for promotion and raises in pay are based on the candidates work ethic, work profile, seniority, and overall performance. Candidates will be eligible for a greater annual package and allowances once they are promoted to higher positions.

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Eligibility

DRDO JTO Eligibility Criteria

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Minimum qualification

Masters

Age Limit

The applicants must be at least 18 years old and not older than 30 to be eligible for the post. However, there will be a relaxation on the upper age limit for the candidates belonging to the reserved categories mentioned below:

| Category | Maximum Age Limit |

| --- | --- |

| SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, ESM, MSP, Widows, Divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands who have not remarried, Departmental Candidates with three years continuous service in Central Government, Disabled Defence Services Personnel, Persons domiciled in J&K state during the period from 01- 01-1980 to 31-12-1989 | |

| As Per The Rule Prescribed By The Government Of India | |

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Educational Qualification

To be qualified for the position of DRDO CEPTAM JTO, candidates must meet the DRDO CEPTAM JTO  eligibility requirements for education. Applicants must have

  • Master’s degree in English/Hindi from a recognized university with Hindi/English as a compulsory/elective subject at the postgraduate level. OR
  • Master’s degree from a recognized University in any subject with Hindi as the medium of instruction and examination with English as a compulsory subject at postgraduate level, OR
  • Bachelor’s degree with Hindi and English as main subjects or either of the two as the medium of examination and other as the main subject plus recognized Diploma or Certificate Course in translation from Hindi and English.

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Nationality

Candidates should be Indian nationals and have a certificate proving their eligibility for the DRDO CEPTAM JTO post.

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Number of Attempts

The Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has not set a limit on the number of times an applicant can apply for the job. Candidates are eligible to apply for the recruitment campaign until they meet all of the DRDO CEPTAM JTO  Eligibility Criteria in 2022.

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Experience

The Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Tripura has not outlined any prerequisites for applying for the DRDO CEPTAM JTO position. As a result, both experienced and inexperienced candidates are welcome to apply.

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