Combined Defence Services Examination (II) 2024
| Combined Defence Services Examination (II) 2024: Complete Guide |
| The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has releasedthe notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination II 2024. Here’s everything you need to know to apply and prepare effectively. |
Important Dates
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| Notification Release Date: May 15, 2024’ |
| – Application Start Date: May 15, 2024’ |
| – Application Deadline: June 4, 2024, by 6:00 PM’ |
| – Examination Date: September 1, 2024’ |
| – Duration of Examination: One day’ |
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the UPSC website. Follow these steps:
- Visit the [UPSC official website](https://upsconline.nic.in).
- Navigate to the “Examination” section and select “Active Exams.”
- Click on the link for CDS II 2024 and complete the registration process.
- Fill in the required details, pay the application fee, and upload necessary documents.
- Review your application and submit it.
Application Fee
– General/OBC: ₹200
– SC/ST/Female candidates: Exempted from fee payment
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidates must be:
– Indian citizens, or
– Subjects of Bhutan or Nepal, or
– Tibetan refugees who came to India before January 1, 1962, intending to settle permanently in India.
Age Limits and Marital Status
– Indian Military Academy (IMA): Unmarried males, born between July 2, 2001, and July 1, 2006.
– Indian Naval Academy (INA): Unmarried males, born between July 2, 2001, and July 1, 2006.
– Air Force Academy (AFA): 20 to 24 years as of July 1, 2025 (born between July 2, 2001, and July 1, 2005). Upper age limit relaxation for candidates with valid and current Commercial Pilot Licence issued by DGCA (India).
– Officers’ Training Academy (OTA – Men): Unmarried males, born between July 2, 2000, and July 1, 2006.
– Officers’ Training Academy (OTA – Women): Unmarried women, widows, and divorcees without encumbrances born between July 2, 2000, and July 1, 2006.
Educational Qualifications
– IMA and OTA: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
– INA: Degree in Engineering from a recognized university.
– AFA: Degree from a recognized university (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor of Engineering.
Vacancy Details
| The total number of vacancies for CDS II 2024 is | distributed as follows:457 |
| – Indian Military Academy,Dehradun: | 100 vacancies |
| – Indian Naval Academy,Ezhimala: | 32 vacancies |
| – Air Force Academy,Hyderabad: | 32 vacancies |
| – Officers’ Training Academy,Chennai (SSC Men): | 275 vacancies |
| – Officers’ Training Academy,Chennai (SSC Women): | 18 vacancies |
Examination Pattern
The examination consists of the following papers:
For IMA, INA, and AFA:
– English: 100 marks, 2 hours
– General Knowledge: 100 marks, 2 hours
– Elementary Mathematics: 100 marks, 2 hours
For OTA:
– English: 100 marks, 2 hours
– General Knowledge: 100 marks, 2 hours
Selection Process
| The selection process includes: |
| 1. Written Examination: Candidates must score above the cutoff to qualify for the next stage. |
| 2. SSB Interview: Assessments of intelligence, personality, and physical fitness. |
| 3. Final Merit List: Based on the combined scores of the written exam and SSB interview. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is the last date to apply for CDS II 2024
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The last date to apply is June 4, 2024, by 6:00 PM.
What is the age limit for CDS II 2024?
The age limits vary by academy but generally range from 20 to 24 years. Detailed age criteria are mentioned above.
How many vacancies are there in CDS II 2024?
There are a total of 457 vacancies.
What are the educational qualifications required for CDS II 2024?
Candidates need a bachelor’s degree for IMA and OTA, an engineering degree for INA, and a degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or a bachelor’s degree in Engineering for AFA.
For more details and to apply, visit the [UPSC official notification](
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