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Sudeshna Paul

Updated on 18th July, 2024 , 3 min read

UPSC CDS Admit Card

The Combined Defence Services Examination or the CDS Examination is held twice a year, namely CDS 1 and CDS 2. The exam is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) to recruit candidates for the open positions in the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Officers Training Academy (OTA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), and Indian Air Force Academy (AFA). These are the training centres of the Indian Defence Forces.

The CDS 1 Exam has already been conducted for this year, and candidates are now waiting for the CDS 2 Exam 2024. The CDS Admit Card for the first examination was released on 12 April 2024 on the official website of UPSC. Applicants can download the CDS Admit Card from the UPSC portal. The CDS 2 Exam 2024 is yet to happen, and candidates are waiting to get the admit card.

CDS 2 Admit Card 2024: The CDS 2 Exam is set to be held on 1 September 2024. The Union Public Service Commission is yet to release the admit cards. Candidates appearing for the test are expected to visit the official site to download the CDS Admit Card 2024 for the second phase of the examination. Applicants must use their registration number and birthdate to log in to the UPSC website in order to access the admit card.

CDS Admit Card 2024 Release Date

The CDS 2 admit card is expected to be released in the third week of August 2024 (tentatively). Candidates are advised to keep checking this website for the CDS 2 admit card release date. The UPSC Admit Card for CDS Exam has all the important information that a candidate requires to enter the exam hall (photo, signature, roll number, exam centre, and more). The CDS exam date is 1 September 2024.

CDS 1 Admit Card 2024 Out

UPSC released the CDS 1 admit card on 12 April 2024 on their official website. The window to download the admit card was open till the day of the exam, which was 21 April 2024. Candidates were able to download the CDS admit card from 12 April to 21 April.

The CDS 1 written exam to recruit trainees in the Air Force Academy (AFA), Indian Military Academy (IMA), and Indian Naval Academy (INA), consisted of three papers. However, there were two papers for candidates opting for the Officers Training Academy (OTA). Candidates can check the CDS Eligibility and the CDS Syllabus later in this article.

CDS Exam 2024 Important Dates

ParticularsDetails
CDS 1 Admit Card Release Date12 April 2024
CDS 1 Admit Card Download Last Date21 April 2024
CDS 1 Exam Date21 April 2024
CDS 2 Application Date15 May 2024 - 04 June 2024
CDS 2 Admit Card Release DateTo Be Announced
CDS 2 Exam Date1 September 2024

CDS Exam Highlights

ParticularsDetails
Name of ExamCombined Defence Services (CDS)
Exam Conducting BodyUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
CDS Exam FrequencyTwice a year
Mode of examinationOffline
CDS 1 Exam Date21 April 2024
CDS 2 Exam Date1 September 2024
Selection ProcessWritten Test, SSB Interview, Physical Fitness Test, Medical Examination
Official Websiteupsc.gov.in

CDS Admit Card Download

The UPSC releases the CDS Admit Card online. Candidates can view and download their admit cards from the official website. Check out the steps below to download the CDS Admit Card 2024:

Step 1: Visit the official website of UPSC and log in with the registration number and birthdate

Step 2: Search for ‘Admit Card’ on the homepage and select the option

Step 3: On the next page, click on ‘E-admit card for CDS’

Step 4: Read the instructions thoroughly before proceeding to download the admit card

Step 5: Click on ‘Yes’ and a new page will appear

Step 6: Fill in the details such as the registration number or roll number

Step 7: Click on ‘Submit’ and your admit card will appear on the screen

Step 8: Download the admit card for all future references

Details Mentioned on the CDS Admit Card

  • Application Number
  • Applicant’s Roll Number
  • Candidates Name
  • Father’s Name
  • Category (Reserved/ Unreserved)
  • Photograph and Signature of Candidate
  • Name of Exam Center
    Date and Time of the Exam
  • Reporting Time
  • Exam Instructions

Documents to be carried with CDS Admit Card 2024

Carry the following documents with you while appearing for the exam:

  • Photo-identity proof (Passport, Driving License, Voter ID, Aadhar card, College/School ID card)
  • Printout of CDS admit card
  • 3-4 passport size photographs

CDS Exam Pattern 2024

The CDS Exam Pattern for the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), and AFA (Air Force Academy) consists of three papers. Candidates can check the exam pattern in the following table:

PapersSubjectsDurationMaximum Marks
Paper IEnglish 2 hours100
Paper IIGeneral Knowledge2 hours100
Paper IIIMathematics2 hours100

Candidates applying for OTA (Officers Training Academy) need to appear for two papers. They can check the exam pattern below:

PapersSubjectsDurationMaximum Marks
Paper IEnglish 2 hours100
Paper IIGeneral Knowledge2 hours100

CDS Exam Pattern 2024 includes the names of the subjects, the duration of the paper, and maximum marks. Those who qualify the CDS written exam are called for an SSB interview, which consists of 300 marks in total. Both the exams can be taken in English and Hindi language.

CDS Exam Day Instructions 2024

Here are a few exam day instructions for CDS 2 exam:

  • Without admit card you will not be allowed to enter the exam hall
  • Keep your CDS admit card till the recruitment process is over
  • Entry gate will be closed 10 minutes before the exam
  • Electronic devices like calculators, mobile phones, pages etc are not allowed inside the exam hall
  • You will not be allowed to leave the exam centre till the test is over
  • Maintain social distancing
  • Wear mask
     

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Frequently Asked Questions

When will the CDS Admit Card 2024 release?

The CDS 2 admit card is yet to release on the official website of UPSC. The CDS 1 admit card has been released on 12 April 2024. The first CDS exam 2024 was conducted on 21 April 2024.

How Can I Check my CDS Admit Card?

Candidates can check the CDS Admit card on the official website of UPSC. They need to log in to the portal, click on 'E-Admit Card' section, agree to the instructions, and download the admit card.

Is the UPSC CDS Admit Card released?

The UPSC CDS 1 admit card is released on 12 April 2024. The UPSC CDS 2 Admit Card is to be released shortly. The CDS 2 Exam is scheduled for 1 September 2024. Candidates can visit the official website for CDS admit card download.

Is the CDS 2024 result out?

The CDS 1 2024 result was out on 9 May 2024. The exam for the same was conducted on 21 April 2024. Candidates can check the result online through the official UPSC portal. Those who clear the written test, are qualified for the SSB interview.

What is CDS selection process?

The CDS selection process includes the written test, followed by an SSB interview, physical fitness test, and medical test. Candidates need to qualify in all these tests to serve the Indian Defence Forces.

How many seats are in CDS?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts and administers the CDS Exam every year. It released a total of 459 vacancies for CDS 2024.

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