CDS Exam
Combined Defence Services Examination (CDSE)
Combined Defence Services Examination is conducted for recruitment of officer cadre in Indian Army, Air Force and Navy. Agni Defence Academy offers NDA Coaching for 6 months & Physical Training Program.
1. Selection Process for CDS
The Selection Process for CDS are :-
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview
2. Educational Qualification for CDS
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) | Bachelor’s Degree From a recognised university |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | Bachelors in Engineering from a recognised University |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | Graduation (with Physics and Mathematics at Class 12 or Bachelor of Engineering |
3. Age Limit for CDS
| Eligibility – CDS Age Limit | Age Limit (In years) |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 19 years to 22 years |
| Air Force Academy | 19 years to 23 years |
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 19 years to 24 years |
| Officers’ Training Academy (SSC Women Non-Technical Course) | 19 years to 25 years |
| Officers’ Training Academy (SSC Course for Men) | 19 years to 25 years |
4. Physical Efficiency Test for CDS In CDS physical test, the eligibility of candidates is measured as per height, weight and medical standards.
Physical Measurement Test
| Courses | Heights ( in cm) | |
|---|---|---|
| Male | Female | |
| IMA | 157.5 cm | 152 cm |
| INA | 157 cm | 152 cm |
| AFA | 162.5 cm | 152 cm |
| OTA - Men | 157.5 cm | 152 cm |
Written Examination Pattern (IMA, INA, IAFA)
| Subject | Questions | Mark | -ve Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| General knowledge | 100 | 100 | 1/3rd |
| English | 100 | 100 | 1/3rd |
| Elementary Mathematics | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 300 | 300 | |
| Duration | 120 Mins |
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