UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024 Notification (Out) for 457 Posts

UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024 Notification (Out) for 457 Posts

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024 Notification, inviting applications for the Combined Defense Services Examination (I). With a total of 457 posts available across various academies, including the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officers’ Training Academy, this notification offers a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring to serve in the defense forces. The application process, which started recently, allows candidates to apply online until the closing date on the 9th January 2024.

UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024 Notification

The UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024 stands as a significant pathway for individuals seeking a career in the defense sector. The comprehensive selection process includes a Written Test, SSB Interview/ Personality Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. This thorough evaluation ensures the selection of UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024 Notification of candidates who possess the required skills and aptitude for roles in the armed forces. As the application window is open, interested candidates are advised to apply promptly, marking the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career in the Indian Military, Navy, Air Force, or Officers’ Training Academy.

UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024 Notification – Overview

Organization Name :Union Public Service Commission

Post Name :Combined Defense Services Examination (I)

No. of Posts :457

Application Starting Date :Started

Application Closing Date :9th January 2024

Mode of Application :Online

Category :Central Government Jobs

Job Location Across :India

Selection Process :Written Test, SSD Interview, Medical Examination

Official Website :upsc.gov.in

UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024 Notification  – Important Dates

CDS 1 2024 Notification Release Date :20th December 2023

Online Registration Start Date :20th December 2023

Online Registration End Date :9th January 2024 (06:00 pm)

Last Date to Pay Fee :9th January 2024 (06:00 pm)

CDS 1 Admit Card Release Date :to be updated

CDS 1 Exam Date :21st April 2024

CDS 1 Result :to be updated

Interview Dates :to be updated

Final Result to be updated

CDS 1 2024 Vacancy Details

Indian Military Academy, Dehradun :100

Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala :32

Air Force Academy, Hyderabad :32

Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai (Madras) SSC Men :275

Officers Training Academy, Chennai SSC Women :18

Total Vacancies :457 Posts

UPSC CDS 1 Exam Eligibility Criteria

Nationality: A candidate must be unmarried and must either be:

a Citizen of India, or

a subject of Nepal, or

a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, and East African Countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, and Ethiopia or Vietnam intending to permanently settle in India.

Educational Qualifications

Candidates can check the educational qualifications that they possess to apply for the UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024 through this section.

For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai — Degree from a recognized institute or university

For Indian Naval Academy— Degree in Engineering from a recognized institute or university

For Air Force Academy— Degree from a recognized University (with Physics and

Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor of Engineering.

UPSC CDS Exam Age Limit

For IMA – Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd January 2001and not later than 1st January 2006 only are eligible.

For Indian Naval Academy – Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd January 2000 and not later than 1st January 2001 only are eligible.

For Air Force Academy – 20 to 24 years as of 1st January 2025 i.e. born not earlier than 2nd January 2001 and not later than 1st January 2005

For Officers’ Training Academy – (SSC Course for men) unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd January 2000 and not later than 1st January 2006 only are eligible.

For Officers’ Training Academy – (SSC Women Non-Technical Course) Unmarried women, issueless widows who have not remarried, and issueless divorcees (in possession of divorce documents) who have not remarried are eligible. They should have been born not earlier than 2nd January 2000 and not later than 1st January 2006.

UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024 Notification – Selection Process

Written Test

SSB Interview/ Personality Test

Document Verification

Medical Examination

UPSC CDS 1 Exam Notification – Application Fee

Candidates (Except Female/ SC/ ST candidates who are exempted from payment of fee) are required to pay a fee of Rs. 200/- (Rupees Two Hundred Only) either by depositing the money in any Branch of SBI by cash or by using net banking facility of State Bank of India or by using Visa/ Master/ Rupay Credit/ Debit Card.

UPSC CDS 1 Pay Scale

The selected candidates will get a salary range of Rs. 15,500/- to Rs. 2,50,000/- per month according to their posts.

Note: For post-wise salary refer to the official notification.

CDS 1 Exam Pattern 2024

For Admission to Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, and Air Force Academy

English 2 Hours 100

General Knowledge 2 Hours 100

Elementary Mathematics 2 Hours 100

Total :300 Marks

Type of Examination: Objective Type Questions

For Admission to the Officers Training Academy

Name of the Subject Time Duration Number of Marks

English 2 Hours 100

General Knowledge 2 Hours 100

Total 200 Marks

Type of Examination: Objective Type Questions

Note:

The papers in all the subjects will consist of objective-type questions only

The question papers (Test Booklets) of General Knowledge and Elementary Mathematics will be set bilingually in Hindi as well as English.

Negative Marking – For every wrong answer 1/3 is the penalty

CDS 1 2024 Syllabus

Aspirants preparing for the UPSC CDS 1 Exam should make sure to check the syllabus to know what topics they should cover while preparing for the Combined Defense Services Examination (I). Candidates can expect questions from subjects like English, General Knowledge, and Mathematics. Mathematics questions can be of Matriculation level. For more details do check the detailed syllabus from the below link.

UPSC CDS 1 Admit Card 2024

The UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024 Notification is eagerly anticipated by candidates as it is set to be released seven days before the examination, scheduled for the 21st April 2024. This notification marks the commencement of the application process for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination, offering a valuable opportunity for individuals aspiring to join the armed forces. As the release date approaches, candidates are advised to stay vigilant and regularly check the official UPSC website for the latest updates and detailed notifications.

CDS 1 Exam 2024 Result

The much-awaited UPSC CDS 1 Exam 2024 Result is set to be released shortly after the completion of the examination. As candidates eagerly await the outcome of their efforts, the result announcement becomes a pivotal moment in their journey toward a career in the defense services. The UPSC ensures a prompt release of the results, providing candidates with timely feedback on their performance in the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination. The result publication serves as a crucial step in determining the success of candidates and paves the way for further stages in the selection process.

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