UPSC CDS Recruitment 2024: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is scheduled to close soon the online application process for Combined Defence Services Examination, CDS 2023 on its official website. If you have not applied yet for the 457 Combined Defence Services (CDS) vacancies then you should note that January 09, 2024 is the last date for submission of online application form. You can apply online at the official website of UPSC-upsc.gov.in, for this major recruitment drive which provides you the opportunity to become a part of prestigious Defence Services jobs.
You can check all the details regarding the UPSC CDS recruitment drive including eligibility, age limit, application and selection process, salary and others here.
UPSC CDS 2024 Notification: Overview
It is noted that UPSC has earlier released the notification for UPSC CDS I exam 2024 on December 20 for total 457 vacancies in various armed forces across India, including the Indian Air Force, Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, and Officers Training Academy. A total of 273 vacancies are available for Officers’ Training Academy, 100 for Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, 32 each for Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala and Air Force Academy, Hyderabad whereas 18 for Officers Training Academy, Chennai (Women).
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Combined Defence Services |
| Vacancies | 457 |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| Job Location | All India |
| Last Date for Online Application | January 09, 2024 |
| Mode of Apply | Online |
| Age Limit | 19 to 23 Yrs |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Educational Qualification for UPSC CDS 2024 Notification
To apply for the UPSC CDS exam, candidates should have a graduation degree. You can check the details of educational qualification for different wings given below.
| Indian Military Academy | Should have Bachelor’s (B.A., B.Com., B.Sc., B.B.A., B.C.A., B.Tech., etc.) from a recognized University or equivalent institute. |
| Indian Naval Academy | Should have Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from a recognized University or College. |
| Air Force Academy | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. |
| OTA – Men | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent institute. |
| OTA – Women (Non-Technical) | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent institute. |
UPSC CDS Jobs Age Limit
Candidates applying for the Air Force and Navy under the CDS exam should be aged between 19 to 23 years. Check details of age limit for different wings.
| Course | Age limit |
|
Officer Training Academy (OTA – Men) |
19-25 years |
|
Officer Training Academy (OTA – Women, Non-Technical) |
19-25 years |
|
Indian Military Academy (IMA) |
19 -24 years |
|
Indian Naval Academy (INA) |
19-24 years |
|
Air Force Academy (AFA) |
20-24 years |
UPSC CDS Recruitment 2024: Notification PDF
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How To Apply for UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024?
You can apply online for these posts through the official website after following the steps given below.
- Step 1: Visit to the official website of UPSC at upsc.gov.in.
- Step 2: Click on the link UPSC CDS 1 exam 2024 available on the homepage.
- Step 3: You will be directed to a new webpage where you need to register.
- Step 4: Now provide all your basic information and contact details to generate your registration ID and password.
- Step 4: After registration, you will receive your registration number and password on the email ID or phone number you provided.
- Step 5: Fill the application form and upload the requisite documents.
- Step 6: Make the required fee payment before submitting the application form.
- Step 7: Download it and take a printout for further need.
