UPSC Combined Defence Services Examination II – CDS Exam II 2017 Eligibility
Nationality : A candidate must either be :
- A Citizen of India, or
- A subject of Bhutan, or
- A subject of Nepal, or
- A Tibetan refugee who came over to India before the 1st January, 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka and East African Countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire and Ethiopia or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India. Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (ii), (iii), (iv) and (v) above shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India. Certificate of eligibility will, however, not be necessary in the case of candidates who are Gorkha subjects of Nepal. A candidate in whose case a certificate of CDS Exam eligibility is necessary, may be admitted to the examination provisionally subject to the necessary certificate being given to him / her by the Government before declaration of result by UPSC.
CDS 2 Exam 2017 Age Limits, Sex and Marital Status :
- For IMA – Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1994 and not later than 1st July, 1999 only are eligible.
- For Indian Naval Academy – Unmarried Male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1994 and not later than 1st July, 1999 only are eligible.
- For Air Force Academy- 20 to 24 years as on 1st July 2018 i.e. born not earlier than 2nd July, 1994 and not later than 1st July, 1998 (Upper age limit for candidates holding valid and current Commercial Pilot Licence issued by DGCA (India) is relaxable upto 26 years. i.e. born not earlier than 2nd July, 1992 and not later than 1st July, 1998) only are eligible.Note : Candidate below 25 years of age must be unmarried. Marriage is not permitted during training. Married candidates above 25 years of age are eligible to apply but during training period they will neither be provided married accommodation nor can they live with family out of the premises.
- For Officers’ Training Academy – ( SSC Course for Men ) : Male candidates (married or unmarried) born not earlier than 2nd July, 1993 and not later than 1st July, 1999 only are eligible.
- 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 July, 1993 and not later than 1st July, 1999.
Note : Male divorcee/widower candidates cannot be treated as unmarried male for the purpose of their admission in IMA/INA/AFA courses and accordingly they are not eligible for these courses.
The date of birth accepted by the Commission is that entered in the Matriculation or Secondary School Leaving Certificate or in a certificate recognised by an Indian University as equivalent to Matriculation or in an extract from a Register of Matriculates maintained by a University, which extract must be certified by the proper authority of the University or in the Higher Secondary or an equivalent examination certificate. These certificates are required to be submitted only after the declaration of the result of the written part of the examination. No other document relating to age like horoscopes, affidavits, birth extracts from Municipal Corporation, service records and the like will be accepted.

The expression Matriculation/Higher Secondary Examination Certificate in this part of the instruction includes the alternative certificates.
Sometimes the Matriculation/Higher Secondary Examination Certificate does not show the date of birth, or only shows the age by completed years or completed years and months. In such cases a candidate must send in addition to the self attested / certified copy of Matriculation/Higher Secondary Examination Certificate a self attested/certified copy of a certificate from the Headmaster/Principal of the Institution from where he/she passed the Matriculation/Higher Secondary Examination showing the date of his/her birth or exact age as recorded in the Admission Register of the Institution.
Note 1 : Candidates should note that only the Date of Birth as recorded in the Matriculation/Higher Secondary Examination Certificate or an equivalent certificate on the date of submission of applications will be accepted by the Commission and no subsequent request for its change will be considered or granted.
Note 2 : Candidates should also note that once a Date of Birth has been claimed by them and entered in the records of the Commission for the purpose of admission to an Examination, no change will be allowed subsequently or at a subsequent examination on any ground whatsoever.
Note 3 : The candidates should exercise due care while entering their date of birth. If on verification at any subsequent stage any variation is found in their date of birth from the one entered in their Matriculation or equivalent examination certificate, disciplinary action will be taken against them by the Commission under the Rules.
Educational Qualifications for CDS II 2017 Exam :
For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy : Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
For Indian Naval Academy : Degree in Engineering from a recognised University/Institution.
For Air Force Academy : Degree of a recognised 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.Candidates who are studying in the final year/semester Degree course and have yet to pass the final year degree examination can also apply provided candidate should not have any present backlog upto the last semester / year for which results have been declared upto the time of submission of application and they will be required to submit proof of passing the degree examination at the time of commencement of course to reach the following address :
Army HQ/Rtg. CDSE Entry,
West Block III, R. K. Puram,
New Delhi-110066
In case of IMA/SSC first choice candidates and Naval HQ “DMPR” (OI & R Section), Room No. 204, ‘C’ Wing, Sena Bhawan, New Delhi-110011 in case of Navy first choice candidates and PO3(A)/Air Headquarters, ‘J’ Block, Room No. 17, Opp. Vayu Bhawan, Motilal Nehru Marg, New Delhi-110 106 in case of Air Force first choice candidates by the following dates failing which their candidature will stand cancelled :
- For admission to IMA on or before 1st July, 2018, Indian Naval Academy on or before 1st July, 2018 and Air Force Academy on or before 13th May, 2018.
- For admission to Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai on or before 1st October, 2018.Candidates possessing professional and technical qualifications which are recognised by government as equivalent to professional and technical degrees would also be eligible for admission to the examination.
In exceptional cases the Commission may treat a candidate, who does not possess any of the qualifications prescribed in this rule as educationally qualified provided that he/she possesses qualifications, the standard of which in the opinion of the Commission, justifies his/her admission to the examination.
Note I : Candidates, who have yet to pass their degree examination will be eligible only if they are studying in the final year of degree examination. Those candidates who have yet to qualify in the final year Degree Examination and are allowed to appear in the UPSC Examination should note that this is only a special concession given to them. They are required to submit proof of passing the Degree Examination by the prescribed date and no request for extending this date will be entertained on the grounds of late conduct of basic qualifying University Examination, delay in declaration of results or any other ground whatsoever. Candidates who are studying in the final year/semester degree course are required to submit at the time of SSB interview a bonafide certificate issued by University/College stating that they will be able to submit their proof of passing the graduation degree examination by the specified date, failing which their candidature will be cancelled.
Note II : Candidates who are debarred by the Ministry of Defence from holding any type of commission in the Defence Services shall not be eligible for admission to the examination and if admitted, their candidature will be cancelled.
Note III : In the event of Air Force candidates being suspended from Flying training for failure to learn flying, they would be absorbed in the Navigation Branch of the IAF. This will be subject to availability of vacancies and fulfilling the laid down qualitative requirements (including 60% in graduation).
sir, i got below 60% marks in 12th (PCM) but i achieved above 60% marks in Bsc. so am i eligible for cds or any other exam related to defence? sir pls reply me so that my doubt could be cleared.
Hi
Yes u can apply. Pls refer the details given below :
CDS 2 2012 Exam Age Limits, Sex and Marital Status :
1. For IMA-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1989 and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.
2. For Indian Naval Academy-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1991 ( 2nd July, 1989 in case of NCC Naval Wing ‘C’ Certificate holders ) and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.
3. For Air Force Academy-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1990 and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.
4. For Officers’ Training Academy – ( SSC Course for Men ) : Male candidates ( married or unmarried ) born not earlier than 2nd July, 1988 and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.
5. For Officers Training Academy – ( SSC Women Non-Technical Course ) Unmarried Women, issueless widows who have not remarried and issue less divorcees ( in possession of divorce documents ) who have not remarried are eligible. They should have been born not earlier than 2nd July, 1988 and not later than 1st July, 1994.
Educational Qualifications for CDS II 2012 Exam :
For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy : Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
For Indian Naval Academy : Degree in Engineering.
For Air Force Academy : Degree of a recognised University ( with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level ) or Bachelor of Engineering.
Application issuing date for CDS Exam 2012 : 02.06.2012
Application last date for CDS Exam 2012 : 02.07.2012
Exam Date for CDS Exam 2012 : 16.09.2012
Regards.
sir,i’m 12th passed with science stream can i apply for cds and how?
Hi
You may apply CDS Exam 2012 after completing the graduation. So u can apply NDA after completing 12th exams.
Next NDA Exam 2012 will be :
Application issuing date for NDA Exam II 2012 : 05.05.2012
Last date for Submission of NDA Exam II 2012 : 04.06.2012
Exam date for NDA 2012 : 19.08.2012
If possible u can apply this year or u can apply NDA Exam Next year.
For your reference pls visit our webpage : http://upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/national_defence_academy_nda/
Regards.
Sir,
Iam in 2nd year of my graduation and is desiring to give cds 2 paper in sep 2012.Sir, my final year result would come in the month of august or september 2013 ,tell me whether iam eligible or not?
Hi
Yes u can apply on next year. Its possible after completing ur IInd year of graduation, i.e., in final year u can apply.
For further details, visit our webpage : http://upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Eligibility.html
Regards.
sir
my percentage is low ………..so, i ll give improvment papers ……….
i cn fill d form bt should i submit , some documents in d head of OTA………..
THAT i hve done my graduation……………..i m talking abt CDS 2……….
sir
i am an +2 student born on 26-nov-1993 i cant find the year 1993 in the date of birth coloum of the application form on the website http://www.upsconline.nic.in
Sir,
I am a graduatted boy. I want to be a cds officer.But I do not know which post is educationally suitable for me & how to aply.So I will be highly pleased if u tell me the method.My email ID is muslimsk3@gmail.com
Hi
Pls visit : http://upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Eligibility.html
Important dates for CDS Exam 2012
Application issuing date for CDS Exam 2012 : 02.06.2012
Application Last date for submission of CDS Exam 2012 : 02.07.2012
Exam Date for CDS Exam 2012 : 16.09.2012
Regards.
Respected sir….
As i’m dundeshsp
Sir i’m free final year student i mean now i’m at 6th sem BE,can i apply for cdse-2 exam
Thank you sir
Hi
Yes you can apply, please refer the details given below :
Educational Qualifications for CDS II 2012 Exam :
* For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy : Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
* For Indian Naval Academy : Degree in Engineering.
* For Air Force Academy : Degree of a recognised 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.
Candidates who are studying in the final year Degree course and have yet to pass the final year degree examination can also apply but they will be required to submit proof of passing the degree examination.
sir i’m doing my final sem b.tech in mechanical stream ,are there any coaching what ll be the duration of training period and payscale after we got selected in c.d.s exam . please give me details as job is very important for myself .. thanking you
sir
i am a btech 3 yr. stu. having backlogs. can i apply for cds(ima)? plz help me out
regards
sir,i am doing engineering now..i want to join indian military as an officer after my studies..can u give us info..
I have completed diploma i am nw in 2nd yr in btech. . I want to join indian army . . Cn i apply for it
Hi
After completing your engineering course, you can apply.
Educational Qualifications for CDS II 2012 Exam :
For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy : Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
For Indian Naval Academy : Degree in Engineering.
For Air Force Academy : Degree of a recognised 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.
Why for NDA & CDS only male candidate are getting eligibility??
Hi
Refer the details given below :
For IMA-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1988 and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.
For Indian Naval Academy-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1991 ( 2nd July, 1989 in case of NCC Naval Wing ‘C’ Certificate holders ) and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.
For Air Force Academy-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1990 and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.
For Officers’ Training Academy – ( SSC Course for Men ) : Male candidates ( married or unmarried ) born not earlier than 2nd July, 1988 and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.
For Officers Training Academy – ( SSC Women Non-Technical Course ) Unmarried Women, issueless widows who have not remarried and issue less divorcees ( in possession of divorce documents ) who have not remarried are eligible. They should have been born not earlier than 2nd July, 1988 and not later than 1st July, 1994.
Educational Qualifications for CDS II 2012 Exam :
For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy : Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
For Indian Naval Academy : Degree in Engineering.
For Air Force Academy : Degree of a recognised 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.
Candidates who are studying in the final year Degree course and have yet to pass the final year degree examination can also apply but they will be required to submit proof of passing the degree examination
Dear sir my hight is 160cm can i apply for cds officer traning accedmy.plz give me rply i alredy done part 1 ragistration for cds1 2013exam
Hi
Yes you can apply. For more details visit : http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/upsc-cds-exam-i-physical-standards.html
Respected sir,
I Am a Management graduate from Mumbai university and i want to join indian army can you guide me how to apply for the cds exam..
Hi
The Union Public Service Commission conducts the Combined Defence Service Exam twice a year. You are required to apply online only for CDS Exam II 2012. The next CDS Exam 2012 will be held on :
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
For more details visit : http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Eligibility.html
i am a 6th sem student in ece btech .there will be any problem if i sit for cds2 and submit the passout certificate in june2013.
does cds1 and gate exam will occur on the same day on 2013
hi ,
I am an Inidian national,with eligible age.
I have graduated from National institute of fashion technology,(bachelor of design) .
I want to pursue a career further in INDIAN AIR FORCE (SSC).
Please advice,if my education qualitfication is included in the eligiblity criteria?
Thanks and regards.
Respected sir , now i am in 4th semester n in june i ll be in 5th semester (final year of BCA) .Can i apply for cdse II 2012 ? pls inform me .thank you so much.
i want to appear cds exam this year that is 2012,and i am basically from mizoram ,so is it possible for me to give exams here in delhi or i have to give it in my regional centre,please acknowlege me the process n the date of exams
sir,
my bartdate 3/3/1993 shall i apply for IMA????????
plz know me sir……….
sandhi chatterjee
KOLKATA
sir,
i ,m doing bsc (1st) yr with maths ,chemistry ,and economics,,,,,..is i eligible for cds after 3 rd yr having these sub in my degreee….. for army wing……..
sir,
i have completed my bca from mdu rohtak n i have got 72% marks in bca….
so can i apply for cds II 2012 or not…if yes..sir plz give me all details regarding cds..thank u so much….
Hi
Yes you can apply. A graduation is enough for applying the CDS Exam 2012. For more details visit : http://upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Eligibility.html
Application issue date for CDS Exam II 2012 : 02.06.2012
Last date for submission of applying CDS Exam II 2012 : 02.07.2012
Exam date for CDS Exam II 2012 : 16.09.2012
plz tell what percentage is requried in 12 & garudation
there is necssary to have ncc certifate to apply in cds exam
Sir i m pursuing 6 sem in BE.
I wants to join IMA sir plz suggest me …….
And sir what is the procedure for proof of passing certf.
Hi
If you are in final year of engineering course, then you can apply. Please see this webpage for your reference.
http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/upsc-cds-exam-ii-eligibility.html
I want to know the eligibility for comissioned ranks for girls.
Sir,i m pursuing my B.E. in 4th sem .
I want to know when i will be eligible for cds exam.
And NCC certificate is necessary for this or not.
please give some guidence to me.
Hi
In the final year of your graduation, you can apply for CDS Exam.
Dear Sir/Madam,
Iam pursuing B.Com from delhi university final year and Company Secetary Intermediate level, my date of birth is 16 january, 1992.
Am I eligible to appear for CDS exams?
Thanking You.
Looking fo a positive response.
Yours Sincerely,
Lavika Chauhan
Hi
Yes you can apply. The notification for CDS Exam issues on 02.06.2012. For applying CDS Exam visit : http://upsconline.nic.in/
what is the age-relextion for obc,sc and st candidate
im born on 24.11.89 , am presently doing b.tech – IT , final year , can i apply for ssc in navy? pl do reply me
Hi
Please refer the qualification details for CDS Exam.
Educational Qualifications for CDS II 2012 Exam :
For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy : Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
For Indian Naval Academy : Degree in Engineering.
For Air Force Academy : Degree of a recognised University ( with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level ) or Bachelor of Engineering.
You can apply for Indian Naval Academy in CDS.
Hello sir,
I’m a CPL (commercial pilot license) holder…and i’m in Final Year of B.Sc (Aviation ). .. sir i wanna know that is there any benefit in “Air Force” for CPL holder..who already has 200 hr of flying experience …and B.Sc in Aviation…
plz do rply sir..
Thanking You :
Rahul Arora
m doing b.tech and about to complete my first year of my degree. want to be in defence what should i do??
i hv a b.tech student of final year 7sem ,i wish to join indian militry,what will be the procedure of this joining ,and what test will have to face plz guide me properly
My DOB 14-8-1993 and i have just appeared for 12th board exam and i want to join airforce . So, can i apply for CDS-2 exam if not pls guide in which exam i have to join for airforce.
Hi
Please visit the eligibility conditions for NDA Exam from this webpage : http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/national_defence_academy_nda/NDA-NA-Examination-II-Eligibility.html
As the NDA Exam eligibility does not fulfils, you can apply for CDS Exam. For more details visit : http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-I-Eligibility.html
Yes my DOB 14-8-1993 does not fulfil NDA eligibility. So can i apply for CDS-2 exam but i have just appeared for 12th board exam and i want to join airforce(AF) pls help me.
For Officers’ Training Academy- (SSC Course for Men) : Male candidates (married or unmarried) born not earlier than 2nd July, 1987 and not later than 1st July, 1993 only are eligible.
I require minimum qualification for this post.please provide me data for this purpose.
can a student of BCA ( Bacherlor of computer application) can apply for the exam of CDS…??????
sir, is the elegibility given above correct ??? are u sure tat before 2nd july 1988 can apply for cdse 2 for IMA ??? cause upse notification says its 2nd july 1988 for 2012 cdse(2)
tnku
my date of birth is 10th july 1988
can i apply for cdse (2) and be elegible for IMA ??
Hi
Yes you can apply for CDS Exam and keep on watching this webpage : http://upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Eligibility.html
hello sir , i m saubhagya from kanpur … i m complete garduation nd i want to join cds bt my background is biology …so can i prapair for CDS….!!!! thank u sir
Hi
Yes you can apply for Combined Defence Service. CDS Exam II application issues on 02.06.2012 by using the website : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/
Sir,i am currently pursing Biomedical Engineering.I want to join IAF in Flying or Technical Branch.next year will be my final year.
so what is the correct time to apply?
and what is the date of cdse exam will be held?
Thanking you
Hi
You can apply for CDS Exam in the final year of your graduation only. So, please wait…
hello i am durgesh Gupta and i am pursuing graduation (B.A) from economics in 2012 . i want to know that can i eligible for CDS examination.
My self manoj kumar i m in B.Tech 3rd year branch ece . Please tell me i am able or not for cds exam
I am b.pharma last year student..sir.i want to joint airforce..how can i joint?Can i give cds 2 exam for airforce?Plz sir give me right information.
Hi
Yes you can join Air Force through CDS Exam II 2012. You can apply for CDS Exam by using the website : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/
The CDS Exam II 2012 application issues from 02.06.2012.
HI
CURRENTLY I AM IN INDIAN AIR FORCE AS AN AIR MAN AND MY TRAINING IS GOING ON ACCORDING TO THE ELIGEBILITY CRITERIA 3.For Air Force Academy-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1990 and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.BUT MY BIRTH DATE IS 1ST JULY 1990 .SO I WANT TO KNOW WHETHER I CAN APPLY OR NOT.
Hi
Please wait, the notification for CDS Exam II is not yet issued. The application for CDS Exam II 2012 will be issues on 02.06.2012.
sir,
i want to know about the minimum qualifying marks in 10th or 10+2 for these programs…
hello,
i was born on 21st may 1987,am i eligible for the IMA.I want to join army and serve my nation ,its my dream to join army.please reply as soon as possible because i have to fill the form of CDS.
sir,
i am pursuing BBA and its my final year is just started and my 2nd year result isn’t declared yet. am i eligible for
(cds-II)2012 exam????
Hi
Yes you can apply. The application for CDS Exam issues on 02.06.2012. You can apply through the website : http://upsconline.nic.in/
hai
sir through CDS what are the posts girls are eligible to get ?
can you please tell good option to get into IAF as it is my dream
i am studying my b.tech final year electrical branch?
Hi
Yes you can obviously apply for IAF through CDS as you are studying in B.Tech Final year. The application for CDS Exam II 2012 issues on 02.06.2012.
For applying CDS Exam visit the official website : http://upsconline.nic.in/
nothing you can apply @Mukesh Kumar
hi,
i am Ashish Bhadauria. i am a NCC “C” Certificate holder. i have completed my graduation this year. I wanna join indian army through CDS. HoW can i apply for it.
Hi
The notification and application for CDS Exam II 2012 will be issued on 02.06.2012. For applying CDS Exam visit : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/
For more details visit : http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-I-Application-Form.html
I ,
am Ashish Bhadauria. how can i apply for 32 reserved seats in IMA DHEHRADOON. i am a NCC “C” Certificate holder. i have completed my graduation this year. sir My DOB is 14 Sep. 1993. Am i Eligible for applying it.
good afternoon sir , sir i m in final year and i want to face cds exam but i am not getting the application form online when will they come on net or if they are already on net please give me the link through which i can get the form.
THANKING YOU
Hi
The application for CDS Exam is not yet issued, the CDS Exam II application issues from 02.06.2012 onwards. For applying CDS Exam visit : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/
i want to do my b.sc degree in environmental science tell me if i m eligible to give cds exam to join indian air force……..
Hi
Yes you can apply for Indian Air Force through UPSC. In the year of your graduation, you can apply for CDS.
hello sir,
sir i am pursing poltechnic from U.P. i completed my exam of 2nd year. can i apply for tha cds exam….
greetings sir,
i have just completed my degree with maths as major .
i am born in july 1992.
am i applicable to any of the posts above?
Hi
Yes you can apply for CDS Exam II 2012. For applying visit the official website : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/mainmenu2.php
hello sir,
Is it necessary to have 60% in graduation for CDS-II 2012 for women?
i am in class 12 and was born on 6th dec 1994
can appar for CDS xam this year.
Hi
Please refer the following :
CDS 2 Exam 2012 Age Limits, Sex and Marital Status :
1. For IMA-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1989 and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.
2. For Indian Naval Academy-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1991 ( 2nd July, 1989 in case of NCC Naval Wing ‘C’ Certificate holders ) and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.
3. For Air Force Academy-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1990 and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.
4. For Officers’ Training Academy – ( SSC Course for Men ) : Male candidates ( married or unmarried ) born not earlier than 2nd July, 1988 and not later than 1st July, 1994 only are eligible.
5. 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 July, 1988 and not later than 1st July, 1994.The date of birth accepted by the Union Public Service Commission is that entered in the Matriculation or Secondary School Leaving Certificate or in a certificate recognised by an Indian University as equivalent to Matriculation or in an extract from a register of Matriculates maintained by a University which must be certified by the proper authority of the University or in the Higher Secondary or an equivalent examination certificate. These certificates are required to be submitted only after the declaration of the result of the written part of the CDS II examination.
Hi Sir, I have finished my B.A. Economics, (final year waiting result). I have NCC ‘C’ certificate with ‘A’ Grade (Navy) . I want to join Any Defense force. Can i apply Indian Military Academy, through UPSC CDS examination. May i eligible?
Hi
Yes you can apply for CDS Exam. For more details visit : http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Application-Form.html
For more details visit : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/mainmenu2.php
sir,
but sir my birth date is 28/ 11/ 1988 would i eligible for cds 2012 please reply………….
sir,
but sir my birth date is 28/ 11/ 1988 would i eligible for cds 2012 please reply…………
Thank you Sir,
Hi,
Thank you sir,
Again I have a doubt
Sir,
I want to join Indian Navy. I have finished My B.A.Economics, and NCC Naval Wing
CERTIFICATE GRADE
A C
B B
C A
IN economics 53%
Age- 19.1/5
Height-165cm
can i join indian Navy. May i eligibility for indian Navy.
please tell full details. because i want to join Indian Navy.
Thank you
can a medical student apply for cds exam ,and if yes then please tell me the courses in cds to which a medical student can apply…..
i have below 60% marks in graduation so i elligible for cds exam
Hi
Yes you can apply and visit for application details : http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Application-Form.html
i have done my graduation from chem hons
can i apply for defeance
Hi
Yes you can apply now for CDS Exam as the applications are available from online. For applying visit the official website : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/mainmenu2.php
sir, i m in btech cse final year, i want to apply for cdse 2012(II) but i have a reappear in my 5th semester,,, please tell me am i elligible for appearing in it??? Thank you…
reply please…
Hi
Yes you can apply as you are in the final year of your b.tech graduation. For applying CDS Exam visit the official website : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/mainmenu2.php
Many candidates Who have real hunger to serve Indian Defense couldn’t apply because of the date of birth criteria. It should be relaxed a bit more. They belong from villages and completes their education late. Till they become knowledgeable enough their opportunities are gone while they still are capable to serve the nation. This is not Justified!
sir i am b.com. but not having NCC certificate. can i apply for cds exam without NCC certificate? is it neccessory for everyone or not?
Hi
Yes you can apply for CDS Exam. For applying CDS Exam visit the official website : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/mainmenu2.php
sir , i m btech mechanical final year , i want to apply for IMA please tell me the details how & when?
Hi
Yes you can apply. Visit the official website for applying http://www.upsconline.nic.in/mainmenu2.php
sir,
Right now i am persuing diploma through DEP. after this i want to complete b-tech degree..but till the completion of my graduation my age would be about 28year..can i apply for cdd exam at that time..if not than which type of defence services can i join at that time…!
plz reply..!
sir,
i m student of commerce with (hons.) subject and my 10+2 level is not with p.c.m i m the student of in 10+2 is commerce also,
sir tell me i m eligible for ota examination
and i have NCC “C” certificate from army wing
Hi
Yes you can apply. For applying visit the official website : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/mainmenu2.php
Hi
This exam is for those who completed the graduation. So please wait and apply.
I am a 10th class student and i really want to join Indian army & serve my nation to the best of my level i want to appear for cds or for ssc examination is it necessary to take math science if yes how much percentage should we have like in graduation it is 60%.
For appearing in CDS Exam(II) 2012, is it necessary that we should have appeared in CDS Exam(I) 2012?? Please reply.
Hi
CDS I and CDS II is nothing but the UPSC conducts this exam twice a year. So it is not necessary to attend both CDS I & II. If the eligibility fulfils, you can attend the CDS Exam this year. For applying CDS Exam, visit the official website : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/mainmenu2.php
hi…
sir, i have one doubt about the cds exam(IMA),for those candedates they are ‘c ‘cert holders in ncc, their any compulsion of written to give or direct entry through ssb, please give me information about that because i want join IMA.
THANK YOU
Sir,
I want to know about the minimum qualifying marks in CDS Exam II 2012
Hi Sir,
Im a graduate in BSC IT and my date of birth is 06/03/1988 and im OBC category. I want to apply for CDSE 12, please help me.
Thanking You.
Hello,
I am interested in joining Indian army medical services in the “specialist grade category” an want to know the procedure and where and how to apply for the same. I have completed and my M.D in psychiatry and have two years teaching experience as an assistant professor after my post graduation. I want to know when and where are the advertisement made for the same and eligibility criteria for the same.
sir,
i m doing my +2 with maths and physics …..
can i apply for the cds(ii) exam this year….
plsss answer my question sir ..i m very confused….
Hi
A graduation is necessary to apply CDS Exam and please wait to apply…
i am a bba student.this is my 5th sem. am i eligible for cds exam????
plz rply???
hello,
i am doing my b.sc(nsg)degree.just 2 months are left behind that….i want to know that am i eligible for CDS exam????? plz rply…i realy wanna join it.
Hi
Yes you can apply for CDS Exam. For applying visit the official website : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/mainmenu2.php
Hi Sir,
Im a graduate in BSC IT and my date of birth is 06/03/1988 and im OBC category. I want to apply for CDSE 12, please help me.
Thanking You.
Hi
Please wait for the next notification as the eligibility doesn’t fulfils for you. For updations visit the UPSC Time Table : http://www.upscexam.com/notification/upsc/Union-Public-Service-Commission-UPSC-Examination-Time-Table.html
My date of birth is 12 july 1986. can i apply for CDSE 2012?
Hi
As the Age limit didn’t fulfils to you. So please wait and apply for CDS Exam.
Thank u so much sir
m doing BSc(h) chem. final year. can i apply for navy?
Sir, I had submitted my application online. But I had entered registration Id instead of Transaction ID. Will my application be rejected or not? Please tell me
what will I do for this mistake?
Hi i am final year MECHANICAL ENGINEERING STUDENT I WANNA TO APPLY NAVAL ACADEMY IS THERE ANY REQUIREMENTS NEEDED FROM COLLEGE?
Hi
You can apply now by using website : http://www.upsconline.nic.in/mainmenu2.php
For further details visit : http://upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Eligibility.html
sir,
sir, i m in b.tech (computer science engineer) final year, i want to apply For Air Force Academy & For Indian Naval Academy cds2012(II)
Are qualified girls eligible For Air Force Academy & For Indian Naval Academy??
My date of birth is 13/08/1990 and I belongs to general category.
I want to know that for a lady who is Law graduate but unregistered&having B.Sc.[ havin B.Sc.[zoo.&bot.],M.A.[Hindi],having nearly 8yrs &8months exp. of teaching & Proofreading of finalproofs in SCC law journal but worked till 2004,since then not worked any due to some personal problems ;& till now crossed the age 43entered in yr.44 this 13th april 2012;my Q. is this Can a female candidate if having no responsibilities on home front can apply for
the same ? Kindly revert me soon as the last dt. for submission of application is
july 2nd ,2012 & if I be permitted I eagerly wish to join ARMY or AIR FORCE;
Hence I’m waiting for a sympathetic speedy reply if you’ll be kind enough.
THANKING YOU,its archana srivastava,E-mail:vanii86822gmail.com
sir
just i passed my 10+2 sir what will be gud for me i had missed the date of nda exam sir so please help me to so me the way
Hi
NDA exam application for the year 2012 has been closed. Keep watching the UPSC Time Table for Current Updations : http://upscexam.com/notification/upsc/Union-Public-Service-Commission-UPSC-Examination-Time-Table.html
sir,
i want to know that can i apply with B.Sc. (bio) and NCC C certificate ?
DOB 11-07 1990
Hi
Yes you can apply for CDS Exam and apply soon…
Sir what is the age limit of OTA ? My date of birth is 20 Feb 1989. How many chance will I get to appear this exam?
I have less then 60% marks in bca . can i apply for CDS exam
suggest the name of the center for cds exam coaching in delhi.
sir i applied officers training academy , exam date is16 sep 2012.when i will get admit card and hall ticket .
Hi
The CDS Exam is on 16.09.2012. You can get the admit card three weeks before of the commencement of the CDS Exam. You can get the E admit card by using the website : http://www.upsc.gov.in/exams/exams.htm#Venue%20Information
sir,i want to change my examination centre from allahabad to bhopal because transportation facilities to allahabad are not much developed from my town and i am unaware of the city conditions and locations….so please guide me regarding this…
i have just entered 4th year of b.tech degree and i have filled the form of CDS and submitted it.i just want to know that “am i egilible for the CDS exam”
hi..plz help me..actually i have back log in one subject but i have given exam of that subject and now waiting for its result..i have also got an call letter for ssb which is going to happen on 23rd of july in allahbad..plz suggest me whether i am eligilble to attend the ssb or not?
Hi
Yes you can attend the SSB interview. Wish you all the best.
Other way to join Indian air force than NDA and CDSE?
Can you tell me another way to join Indian Air force(Flying branch) than NDA and CDSE. Due to age limits i am not able for these exams, My DOB is 01-10-1991. I am doing Computer engineering in 2nd year. I will complet engineering after 3 years. So i am not able for CDSE, am I ? I think no.
please if you know other way to get into system as pilot share it with me, I am very Needy for this information.
Thanx A lot !
Hi
Please visit the official website for your reference : http://www.careerairforce.nic.in
I m a B.COM final student. i want to know weather i am eligable for CDS & for what field i should apply?
hhh
hi
my date of birth is 22-12-1991 and ths time i am in now fifth semester of b.tech in civil….i want to give my exam in 2014 so am i eligible for CDSE
exam held in 2014
Hi
Yes you can definitely apply in the final year of your graduation. So, please wait and visit the UPSC Time Table for regular updates : http://www.upscexam.com/notification/upsc/Union-Public-Service-Commission-UPSC-Examination-Time-Table.html
Hi,
i am doing BCA, n this is my final year ..
my date of birth is 06-11-1990 ..
and passed my +2 wid commerece .. do we need science(PCM) for this CDS exam …
can i apply for CDS ..
please tell me the full criteria for CDS..
Hi
Yes you can apply CDS Exam if you are interested in I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy. Graduation in BCA is enough for applying IMA and OTA. Please wait for next notification. For updates visit the UPSC Exam Time Table : http://www.upscexam.com/notification/upsc/Union-Public-Service-Commission-UPSC-Examination-Time-Table.html
PCM subjects are necessary only for Navy and Air Force Academy.
I m a B.COM 2nd yr student. I have less than 50% in 1st year.can I apply for cds exam?
i am doing b.a. Am i eligibile for cds exam ?
how much percentage is required in +2 ?
please rply
Hi Sir, I have finished my B.A. Economics, (final year waiting result). I want to join in INDIAN NAVY force. Am i eligible if so how sir? please give me areply
can a student studying final year engineering apply for cds exam.
If yes what is the minimum percentage required for eligibility in the exam.
i m in btech (cse) final year . my BOD is 24-12-1992. plz inform me about date of submission of cds form and other relevent info. about this post . thankyou so much.
Hi
Yes you can apply. The application for CDS Exam has been closed for this year. Kindly visit the UPSC Time Table for regular updates : http://www.upscexam.com/notification/upsc/Union-Public-Service-Commission-UPSC-Examination-Time-Table.html
Hi
i am N.jayakrishna and i in my 4th year and i want to join in indian air force i was having 60% in my b.tech ece is that enough to air force.
How can i know all the up dates of the indian airforce,army and navy
Hi
Yes you can apply for CDS Exam. For updates visit the UPSC Time Table : http://upscexam.com/notification/upsc/Union-Public-Service-Commission-UPSC-Examination-Time-Table.html
sir/maam
i am a final year student of mechanical engineering from pune university. do i have to give the cds exam or i am eligible directly for ssb.pls clarify.and also state the procedure.
i am BSc.IT final year from open university .please suggest me that i can apply for cds exam .
please reply mon my e-mail id
jeevangill84@yahoo.in
hello,
i am studying my final year mechanical engineering. i want to join the defence forces. should i give CDS or TGC exam??? what is the differnce between the two…
Hi
You can join CDS through UPSC. But the application for this year has closed. For more details visit : http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/UPSC-CDS-Exam-II-Eligibility.html
For regular updates visit the UPSC Exam Time Table : http://www.upscexam.com/notification/upsc/Union-Public-Service-Commission-UPSC-Examination-Time-Table.html
Also visit the official website for TGC : http://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in/
I have 71 % marks in bca . can i apply for CDS exam
next time when is 2012 exam is declare
hi sir/mam
i want to that i pursuing graduation (corresponded— B.A.) .My question is can i try for AIR FORCE Flying Branch (in 12–(P.C.M-62%). should you reply me soon ?
can a girl is eligabile for the CDS if yes the plz refer the course for the girls.
I want 2 join Defence. my birth date is 23 march 1988. can appear for CDSE?
sir, iam Varghese.O.P, a 4th year BSC Nursing student..am i eligble for writing CDSE Examination??? pl do reply..
i m a 4th year b.tech student…i want to join the air force. what i have to do..
so how can i do this..pls tell me
Hi
I m from Haryana. Now i m doing B.A. with Geography and histroy .
I want to give the CDS exam. I have NCC’ “C” certificate in Military.
Can i apply this year at 28November, 2012.
please give me answer
I m a B.PHARMACY final year student. i want to know weather i am eligable for CDS & for what field i should apply and what is the minimum percentage required for eligibility in the exam.
i’m married and my dob is 26 jan 1989, can i appear for cdse? please let me know. thank you.
i have not received my cdse-ii admit card….
plz tell me how to get it…
sir
i want to know that i belongs to general category can i appear for for CDS 2 exam helding on 18 september as i hav already fill the form. actually there is somebody told me that in CDS 2 there is no post for women relayed to general category?
do reply pls
I am BE Electronics & Communication Engineer….
I got 60% marks….but problem is i was suffered from few backlogs too…..
i want to know that weather I am still eligible to give the CDSE exam …..????
plz,,,reply soon……
thanking you……..
Avi
I m a b.tech final year student……. if i clear ssb……. then how would i be able to submit my passing certificate in MAY ……. as my 8th sem exam would be conducted in MAY itself.
Hi … My name is Abhishek Shaw…My date of birth is 02-11-1989 . Iam Persuing B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering .Iam in pre -final year(IIIrd Year)..Can I able to apply for CDS exam for Flying Department in Air- Force.
i hv a b.tech student of final year 7sem ,i wish to join indian militry,what will be the procedure of this joining ,and what test will have to face plz guide me properly
Hi
Pls see the details given below :
Educational Qualifications for CDS Exam :
* For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy-Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
* For Indian Naval Academy : Degree in Engineering.
* For Air Force Academy : Degree of a recognised 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.
Candidates who are studying in the final year Degree course and have yet to pass the final year degree examination can also apply but they will be required to submit proof of passing the degree examination to reach the army HQ / Rtg. CDSE Entry, West Block III, R.K. Puram, New Delhi – 110066. In case of IMA / SSC first choice candidates and Naval HQ “DMPR”, (OI & R Section) Room No. 204, ‘C’ Wing, Sena Bhawan, New Delhi – 110011 in case of Navy first choice candidates and PO3 (A) / Air Headquarters, ‘J’ Block, Room No. 17, Opp. Vayu Bhawan, Motilal Nehru Marg, New Delhi-110011.
Regards.
my date of birth 1/6/1956.sosir tell me may i give the ssc
I m pursuing my BE degree in ECE. Am i eligible for CDS exam???
Hi
Educational Qualifications for CDS II 2012 Exam :
* For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy-Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
* For Indian Naval Academy : Degree in Engineering.
* For Air Force Academy : Degree of a recognised University (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor of Engineering.
Regards.
sir
i m in my 3rd semester and my dob is 27/12/1990 .am i alligible for cds exam at the commpletion of my graduation….
Hi
Pls see the details given below :
CDS Exam Age Limits, Sex and Marital Status 2012 :
1. For IMA-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July, 1988 and not later than 1st July, 1993 only are eligible.
2. For Indian Naval Academy-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd
July, 1990 (2nd July, 1988 in case of NCC Naval Wing ‘C’ Certificate holders) and not later than 1st July, 1993 only are eligible.
3. For Air Force Academy-Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd
July, 1989 and not later than 1st July, 1993 only are eligible.
4. For Officers’ Training Academy- (SSC Course for Men) : Male candidates (married or unmarried) born not earlier than 2nd July, 1987 and not later than 1st July, 1993 only are eligible.
5. For Officers Training Academy – (SSC Women Non-Technical Course) Unmarried Women, issueless widows who have not remarried and issue less divorcees (in possession of divorce documents) who have not remarried are eligible. They should have been born not earlier than 2nd July, 1987 and not later than 1st July, 1993.
Educational Qualifications for CDS 2012 Exam :
* For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy-Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
* For Indian Naval Academy : Degree in Engineering.
* For Air Force Academy : Degree of a recognised 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.
Candidates who are studying in the final year Degree course and have yet to pass the final year degree examination can also apply but they will be required to submit proof of passing the degree examination to reach the army HQ / Rtg. CDSE Entry, West Block III, R.K. Puram, New Delhi – 110066. In case of IMA / SSC first choice candidates and Naval HQ “DMPR”, (OI & R Section) Room No. 204, ‘C’ Wing, Sena Bhawan, New Delhi – 110011 in case of Navy first choice candidates and PO3 (A) / Air Headquarters, ‘J’ Block, Room No. 17, Opp. Vayu Bhawan, Motilal Nehru Marg, New Delhi-110011 in case of Air Force first choice candidates by the following dates failing which their candidature will stand cancelled.
I have 55 % marks in bca . can i apply for CDS exam
Sir right now i am in the 2nd year, i will be giving my 4th semester exam from this week. i will appear for the final semester exam in may- June 2014. Should i fill the form for CDS ii or should i wait for CDS i 2014. and i think result for the final year will be out by Oct of 2014. Please suggest me
Hi
In the final year of your graduation only you can apply for CDS Exam II 2013.
Sir, would you please tell me the likely date of examination of NDA ii, 2013, NDA i and NDA ii, 2014. And also the likely date of SSB interview?
Hi
NDA Exam II 2013 will be conducting on 11.08.2013. For future exams visit the UPSC Exam Time Table : http://www.upscexam.com/notification/upsc/union-public-service-commission-upsc-examination-time-table.html
sir,
i am doing my graduation as B.A. n now i am in third year,am i eligble for the next exam? i will complete my age as 20 years, on sep. 5?
Hi
Yes you can apply. The notification for CDS I Exam 2014 will be issued on 02.11.2013. CDS Exam Online Application issues from 02.11.2013 itself. Please wait and apply.
My date of birth is fifth, february, 1989. Am I eligible for CDS (II) 2014 examination?
I want to know that is there any age relaxation for OBC candidates in CDSE…
My date of birth is 5th feb 1992… Am i eligible for CDS 2 2015
Sir my dob is 1st July 1992. Am I eligible for CDS II 2015
Hi pulkit gaur,
Yes u can apply for Combined Defence Services Exam II ( OTA Course ) and refer the link given below :
http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/upsc-cds-exam-ii-eligibility.html
Hi
I am sneha(Female). I have a tattoo on my inner forearm .Can i apply for CDS exam as per the eligiblity criteria.PLz REPLY.
Hi Sneha,
Yes you are eligible for CDS Exam. Please see the page link given below for more details about tattoo.
http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/upsc-cds-exam-i-physical-standards.html
sir, i study b.tech vth semester in only eletrical eng. but not eletrical and eletronics eng. .can i apply upsc cds in diffrent field like airforce army
Hi Ankit,
You are eligible for CDS Exam 2016 and need not to change any other field in defence. Please refer the syllabus page link given below :
http://www.upscexam.com/upsc_examinations/combined_defence_services_cds/upsc-cds-exam-i-syllabus.html
sir, i had done 3 yrs diploma in mechanical engineering can i apply for CDS exam WITH DIPLOMA as a qualification
i have qualified for cdse 2 2015. my ssb date is 25th march. i am final year student. my result will decleared after 15 june.will i eligible for ssb.