Intro about UPSC 2024
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC 2024) has released the notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination (II) 2024. A total of 459 vacancies are available across various branches of the Indian Armed Forces.
Vacancy details
According to the UPSC 2024 CDS (II) notification, a total of 459 vacancies are available across various branches of the Indian Armed Forces
| Branch | Vacancies |
| Indian Military Academy, Dehradun | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala | 32 |
| Air Force Academy, Hyderabad | 32 |
| Officers' Training Academy, Chennai (Men) | 275 |
| Officers' Training Academy, Chennai (Women) | 20 |
Qualification
Here is a table summarizing the educational qualifications required for the UPSC CDS (II) 2024 exam with 459 vacancies:
| Branch | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university, Indian Military Academy (IMA) |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a recognized university |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | - Graduation with Physics and Mathematics in Class 12th |
| - Bachelor of Engineering | |
| Officers' Training Academy (OTA) | Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university |
Additional eligibility criteria:
Candidates must be unmarried Indian nationals aged between 19 to 25 years as of the exam date.
Final-year students who are expected to complete their degree before the training at the respective academy begins are also eligible to apply.
Age Limit
| Branch | Age Limit | Date Range |
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 19-24 years | July 2, 2001 - July 1, 2006 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 19-24 years | July 2, 2001 - July 1, 2006 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | 20-24 years | July 2, 2001 - July 1, 2006 |
| Officers' Training Academy (OTA) (Men) | 19-25 years | July 2, 2000 - July 1, 2006 |
| Officers' Training Academy (OTA) (Women) | 19-25 years | July 2, 2000 - July 1, 2006 |
Application fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹ 200 |
| SC/ST candidates and Female candidates | Exempt |
Important dates
| Event | Date |
| Release of Official Notification | May 15, 2024 |
| Starting Date for Online Registration | May 15, 2024 |
| Last Date for Online Applications | June 4, 2024 |
| Date of Window for Application Form Correction | June 5-11, 2024 |
| Date of Examination | September 1, 2024 |
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