Indian Military Academy – Dehradun
The Indian Military Academy IMA was formally inaugurated by Field Marshal Sir Philip Chetwode, then Commander-in-chief of India. (at Dehradun- Now capital of Uttaranchal) It started functioning with effect from 01 October 1932. Indian Military Academy is the Premier training centre for Officers getting their permanent commission in to the Indian Army .
The Indian Military Academy Training period for Direct Entry Non-technical Cadets is 1 and ½ Years while cadets from NDA and ACC are given 1 years training prior to their commissioning.
For Technical Entry Cadets, the Indian Military Academy training is for a period of 1 Year. There are Four Battalions namely : Cariappa, Thimayya, Manekshaw and Bhagat each of these has two companies under them.
On completion of Indian Military training at the IMA, the cadets are awarded the Post Graduate Diploma in Military Studies and Defence. The Diploma is recognized by then HNB Garhwal University.
Getting through Indian Military Academy (IMA) :
Stage 1. Apply in response to the News paper advertisement (See Employment News during Mar/Apr & Oct / Nov.
Stage 2. Prepare for the Written test and Get through
Stage 3. Appear for the SSB Interview and Get Recommended
Stage 4. Appear for the Medical Examination and be declared FIT.
Stage 5. Your name must appear in the Merit List (UPSC)
Stage 6. Receipt of Joining Instructions for IMA.


hello sir, i have passed my b.tech with information technology in 2012.. and now i want to join indian army… plz guide me what shouls i do to make my dream come true….
Hi Sir,
I have passed my B.A in 2009, and now i want to join Indian Army. Is there any exam or any other procedure for join and appear for exam , please guide me and give a career make suggestion , i will be very obligede with you.
Thanks and Regards,
Gopal Prasad
i’m in 9th class. how can i get prepared for entrance of ima
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Hi sir,
I am doing Engineering in CSE.I am in my Final Year. I would like to join IMA. It has been my dream to join the Indian Army and do something for our nation. Please guide me through the procedure.
I am 21 years.
Height :5′ 9″
No medical Condition
Thank You
Regards
Rohit Ramkumar
Application for CDS Exam issues from 02.06.2012. For applying CDS Exam II 2012 visit the official website : http://upsconline.nic.in/
For Application procedure details of CDS Exam 2012, visit : http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-I-Application-Form.html
Hello everybody
If you get any news regarding the EXAM for IMA please post it here as soon as possible.I have been checking the newspaper for any information regarding the same.
Thank you
Regards
Rohit Ramkumar
Hi
The notification for CDS Exam II 2012 is not yet issued, so please wait…
Please visit for eligibility details of CDS Exam 2012 : http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-I-Eligibility.html
Application issue date for CDS Exam II 2012 : 02.06.2012
Last date for submission of CDS Exam II 2012 application : 02.07.2012
Exam date for CDS Exam II 2012 : 16.09.2012.
hello sir
i am interested army job plz sent full details in imc
Hi
You can apply for CDS Exam if the eligibility conditions fulfils, please visit for CDS Exam Eligibility : http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Eligibility.html
sir i m in b.tech. 2nd year 4th sam and in august i m in 3rd year 5th sam so should i apply for cds2 this year…………
Hi
Please wait and you can apply for CDS Exam in the final year of your graduation, for your reference check out the eligibility from this link :
http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Eligibility.html
Dear Sir,
I am 25 Year Young My Dreem To Join the Indian Force ( Army, Military & Nevy). I realy dont no joining prosiger Please help my Email id chonkarkiran99@gmail.com & Mob. No 9892287793
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Hello sir,
I am pursuing my inter from Lucknow in the stream of commerce and i want to be a part of the Indian army as a criminologist. Sir please can you guide me the procedure of how can i pursue a career in the Indian army?
sir being a girl can i apply for the indian army as soon as aftr my 12th? sir please help..
Hi
Yes you can apply through NDA Exam, please visit for details : upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/national_defence_academy_nda/NDA-NA-Examination-II-Eligibility.html
how much height and weight required to apply IMA ?
please email me answer
Hi
Please refer the physical standards in Indian Army :
http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Physical-Standards.html
http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/national_defence_academy_nda/NDA-NA-Examination-II-Physical-Standards.html
hello..
gopal sir,
i want too join a indian military academy posted to lieutinant , m completed my graduation from jesus & mary college B.A. ( office managment – entrerenuership).. and m a NCC student also nd i hve a ‘B’ AND ‘C’ certificate of ncc nd m from delhi .. how can i enter & fill the forms of I.M.A to join.. if it possile plese give some to join I.M.A… AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
THANKS & REGARDS
Hi
You can join CDS conducting by UPSC. The applications has been closed for this year. Please try next year, visit the UPSC Exam Time Table for regular updates : http://www.upscexam.com/notification/upsc/Union-Public-Service-Commission-UPSC-Examination-Time-Table.html
Also visit for the CDS Exam Eligibility page : http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Eligibility.html
high post jobs in ima like officer and salary
I am in the final year B.Tech(ECE). I have a desire to join IMA. Please Sir guide me for the same
Hi
Yes you can apply for IMA through CDS Exam conducts by UPSC and wait for next notification. For more details visit the UPSC Exam Time Table : http://www.upscexam.com/notification/upsc/union-public-service-commission-upsc-examination-time-table.html
Also visit for the CDS Exam full details :
http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/
how many times can we give ima paper
I WOULD LIKE TO JOIN IN I M A.THEN HOW CAN IT POSIBLE?
hai i am a b.tech final year student and i want to know that how i can apply for technical entry schem and for university entry scheme?
How i’ll be a lieutinant of indian army in fighting branch
height- 179cm
weight- 65 kg
biceps- 14inch
chest- 90inch
i have a problam my i side is weak 6/9 ratio but i m ready to join army
bio- i dont have interest in money
respected sir i m 20 years old and done my graduation in biology please tell i m applicable for army
sir please tell me passing marks in cds exam
@gaurav baghel
Sir my name is aman kumar .i am graguate in commerce but i wont to in army.
hello,sir i have passed my b.tech with computer science in 2012 from uttar pradesh technical university and now its my burning desire to join indian millitar pls guide me what can i do…..
Hi Dear,
Pls see the details given below :
Age Limits, Sex and Marital Status :
i. For IMA-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd January, 1988 and not later than 1st January, 1994 only are eligible.
ii. For Naval Academy-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd January, 1991 ( 2nd January, 1989 in case of NCC Naval Wing ‘C’ Certificate holders ) and not later than 1st January, 1994 only are eligible.
iii. For Air Force Academy-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd January, 1990 and not later than 1st January, 1994 only are eligible.
iv. For Officers Training Academy – ( SSC Course for Men ) : Male candidates ( married or unmarried ) born not earlier than 2nd January, 1988 and not later than 1st January, 1994 only are eligible.
v. For Officers’ Training Academy – ( SSC Women Non-Technical Course ) :
Unmarried women, issueless widows who have not remarried and issueless divorcees ( in possession of divorce documents ) who have not remarried are eligible. They should have been born not earlier than 2nd January, 1988 and not later than 1st January, 1994.
CDS Educational Qualifications :
1. For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy-Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
2. For Indian Naval Academy : Degree in Engineering for CDSE and Degree in Engineering or B.Sc. ( with Physics or Mathematics ) for NCC entry.
3. For Air Force Academy : Degree of recognized University ( with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level ) or Bachelor of Engineering.
Graduates with first choice as Army / Navy / Air Force are to submit proof of graduation provisional certificates on the date of commencement of the SSB Interview at the SSB.
Regards.