defence entrance
upcomingNDA II Exam:13 Sept 2026
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 19-25 years (varies by academy) |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation (Engineering for tech) |
| Nationality | Indian (unmarried) |
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General | ₹200 |
| OBC-NCL | ₹200 |
| SC | ₹0 |
| SC / ST | ₹0 |
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Admission To | Officers Training (IMA/OTA/INA/AFA) |
CDS is conducted by UPSC twice a year for graduate-level entry into IMA Dehradun, INA Ezhimala, AFA Hyderabad, and OTA Chennai.
CDS has 3 papers for IMA/INA/AFA: English (120 questions), GK (120), Elementary Mathematics (100). OTA has only English and GK.