The Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) is conducted twice a year by the Union Public Service Commission for recruitment into the Indian Military Academy, officers Training Academy, Indian Naval Academy and Indian Air Force Academy.

CDS IMA Eligibility

You need a degree of a recognized university.

Age limit - 19-24 years

CDS IMA Exam pattern-

All the papers are of objective type.

Subject Marks
English 100
General Knowledge 100
Elementary Mathematics 100
Total 300

UPSC CDS (I) 2017 Important Dates

Notification Date: 9 November, 2016
Last Date to Apply: 2 December, 2016
CDS Exam Date: 5 February, 2017