UPSC CDS 1 2024 Notification: The Union Public Service Commission released CDS 01 2024 exam notifications on 20 December 2023. Eligible candidates can Apply for the UPSC CDS 01/2024 Exam on the official website of UPSC at upsc.gov.in. The last date to Apply is 9 January 2024.
Online Applications are invited from the eligible candidates for Combined Defence Services (CDS) Exam 1 2024 through the Union Public Service Commission. The Combined Defence Services (CDS) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the UPSC twice a year. CDS exam is conducted to recruit officers for the Indian Armed Forces, which includes the Indian Navy, Indian Army, and Indian Air Force.
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CDS 1 2024 Notification 2023 Overview
| Exam Name | Combined Defence Services Exam, (CDS Exam) 01/2024 |
| Exam Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Course | Various Course |
| Total Vacancy | 457 |
| Job Type | Government |
| Job Location | India |
| Category | All India Jobs |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Application Process (Mode) | Online |
| Apply Last Date | 9 January 2024 |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in/ |
| Join Telegram Group | Telegram |
CDS 1 2024 Notification
The Union Public Service Commission i.e. UPSC has released CDS 1 2024 exam notification on 20 December 2023. As per the CDS Notification 2024, UPSC is recruiting a total of 457 vacancies for the Indian Armed Forces through the CDS 01/2024 Exam which is conducted by UPSC.
This is a great opportunity for those candidates who didn’t fulfill their dream of joining the armed forces after 12, these candidates can join as officers in the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, Naval Academy, or Officers Training Academy to serve the country.
The online application process for the CDS 1 2024 exam starts on 20 December 2023 and the CDS 1 2024 apply last date is 9 January 2024 All the eligible candidates can their online applications at the UPSC Official Website at https://upsc.gov.in/.
Download UPSC CDS 1 2024 Notification
What is CDS Exam?
CDS stands for Combined Combined Defence Services is an exam conducted by UPSC to recruit candidates for the Indian Armed Forces and Defence Academy as follows:
- Indian Army
- Indian Navy
- Indian Airforce
- Naval Academy
- Officers Training Academy
UPSC CDS 01/2024 – Course Name & Vacancy
| Sl. No. | Course Name | No of Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Military Academy, Dehradun -158th (DE) Course | 100 |
| 2 | Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala – (General Service)/Hydro Course | 32 |
| 3 | Air Force Academy, Hyderabad – (Pre-Flying) Training Course | 32 |
| 4 | Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai 121st SSC (Men) (NT) (UPSC) Course | 275 |
| 5 | Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai 35th SSC Women (NT) (UPSC) Course | 18 |
UPSC CDS Eligibility Criteria
Interested candidates must meet the eligibility criteria such as CDS Education Qualification and CDS Age Limit to apply for CDS 01 Recruitment 2024.
UPSC CDS Educational Qualification: Check the education qualification for the CDS exam in 2024 from the below table:
| Course Name | Education Qualification |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | Graduate from a Recognized University |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | Engineering Degree from Recognized University |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | Engineering Degree (Physics & Maths:10+2) or B. Tech from a Recognized University |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) | Graduate from a Recognized University |
Marital Status: Only unmarried candidates are eligible to apply for DS 01 2024 Notification.
CDS Age Limit: Check the Age Limit of the CDS Exam from the below table:
| Course Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | Between 2 Jan 2001 – 1 Jan 2006 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | Between 2 Jan 2001 – 1 Jan 2006 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | 20 to 24 years as of 1st Jan 2025 |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) | Between 2 Jan 2000 – 1 Jan 2006 |
CDS Salary | Stipend
CDS Salary During Training: During the entire duration of training in Service academies at IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA. Gentlemen or Women Cadets will be paid Rs. 56,100 as a monthly stipend.
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay a fee of Rs. 200 to complete the CDS 2024 online application process.
Note: SC/ST and Female candidates are exempted from the application fee.
How to Apply for CDS Exam 01 2024?
The online application process for CDS 1 2024 is already open, interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the UPSC official website at https://upsc.gov.in/. Aspiring candidates can access the CDS 1 2024 Apply Online Link on the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
Follow the below steps to apply CDS 01 2024 Exam:
- Go to the UPSC Official Website at upsconline.nic.in
- Click on the “One-time registration (OTR) for examinations of UPSC and online application”
- Now click on “New Registration”
- Fill out the registration form carefully
- After completing the registration process log in by using Email ID/Mobile No/OTR ID and OTP/Password to complete the application process.
- Once the final application is submitted print the downloaded acknowledgement form.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 20 December 2023 |
| Last Date to Apply | 9 January 2024 |
| UPSC CDS 1 2024 Admit Card | Notify Soon |
| CDS 1 2024 Exam Date | Notify Soon |
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| Download Advertisement PDF | Download Here |
| Online Application Link | Register Here |
| Visit Official Website | Click Here |
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CDS Selection Process
The eligible candidates are required to participate in the following processes:
- Written Examination
- Interview
CDS Exam Pattern
Check the UPSC CDS Exam Pattern for the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Indian Air Force Academy, and Officers’ Training Academy from the below:
UPSC CDS Syllabus | Standards
Check out the CDS Exam Syllabus from the below:
- English
- General Knowledge
- Elementary Mathematics
Standards: The standard of the papers in Elementary Mathematics will be of Matriculation level. The standard of papers in other subjects will be of a graduate of an Indian University.
NOTE: Candidates can check the detailed CDS Exam 2024 notification to know the other details regarding CDS Syllabus.
UPSC CDS Admit Card 2024
The admit card for the CDS 2024 exam will be issued seven days before the commencement of the examination. The e-Admit Card will be made available on the UPSC website http://upsc.gov.in for downloading by candidates. No e-Admit Card will be sent by post. All the applicants are required to provide a valid & active e-mail id while filling up online application form.
Conclusion
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