29Jan,2020
The application form for the Combined Defense Services (CDS) exam has been released on the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on 30th October 2019. The last date to submit the application form is 19th November 2019.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application form release | 30th October 2019 |
| The last date to submit the application form | 19th November 2019 |
| Application form withdrawal | 26th November - 3rd December 2019 |
| Admit card availability | January 2nd week 2020 |
| Exam date | 2nd February 2020 |
Steps to Apply:
- Go to the official website of UPSC
- Click on the apply online for CDS examination I
- Click on Registration 1 and fill all the necessary details and then submit it
- Click on Registration 2 and fill all the required details
- Upload photo and signature in JPG format between 20KB - 300KB
- Pay the application fee via debit card/ credit card/ net banking
The CDS exam is conducted by the UPSE to recruit the students into the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Indian Air Force Academy Officers Training Academy. The exam is conducted twice in a year. The qualified candidates are invited for the interview conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB) and the successful candidates are admitted into the respective Academies.
To apply for CDS, click here
To learn about the preparation tips for CDS, click here
Also read, NDA Vs CDS: Dream Towards Honour to Serve the Nation
