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Combined Defence Services Examination 2026 2026 — Notification, Eligibility & Apply

Conducted by: Union Public Service CommissionOfficial Website

Key Highlights

  • Eligibility: Graduation (Engineering for tech)
  • Application Fee: ₹200 (General) | ₹200 (OBC) | ₹0 (SC/ST)
  • Official Website: www.upsc.gov.in

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Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Combined Defence Services Examination 2026
CriteriaDetails
Age Limit19-25 years (varies by academy)
Educational QualificationGraduation (Engineering for tech)
NationalityIndian (unmarried)

Application Fee

Application fee for Combined Defence Services Examination 2026
CategoryFee Amount
General₹200
OBC-NCL₹200
SC₹0
SC / ST₹0

Academic Information

Academic details for Combined Defence Services Examination 2026
DetailValue
Admission ToOfficers Training (IMA/OTA/INA/AFA)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CDS exam?

CDS is conducted by UPSC twice a year for graduate-level entry into IMA Dehradun, INA Ezhimala, AFA Hyderabad, and OTA Chennai.

What is CDS exam pattern?

CDS has 3 papers for IMA/INA/AFA: English (120 questions), GK (120), Elementary Mathematics (100). OTA has only English and GK.

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