UPSC CDS 1 Exam Date: The CDS 1 2024 exam date has been announced by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for recruiting officers in the Indian Armed Forces. Scheduled for April 21, 2024, this exam offers aspiring candidates the chance to join the Indian Army. The application process for CDS 1 2024 commenced on December 20, 2023, and concluded on January 9, 2024.
Additionally, the CDS 2 application process for 2024 will take place from May 15 to June 4, 2024, with the exam scheduled for September 1, 2024. Aspiring candidates should mark their calendars and ensure timely completion of the application process.
Exam Pattern
| Subjects | Duration | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Written Exam | ||
| English | 2 hours | 100 (for IMA, INA, AFA) / 100 (for OTA) |
| General Knowledge | 2 hours | 100 (for IMA, INA, AFA) / 100 (for OTA) |
| Elementary Mathematics (for IMA, INA, AFA) | 2 hours | 100 |
| Total | 6 hours | 300 (for IMA, INA, AFA) / 200 (for OTA) |
| SSB Interview | ||
Selection Process for UPSC CDS 1 2024Â
The selection process for the CDS exam involves two main stages: a written examination and the Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview. The written exam comprises sections on English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics (for certain positions), with a maximum duration of 6 hours. Candidates who qualify for the written exam are then called for the SSB Interview, which assesses their suitability for commission into the Armed Forces.
The SSB Interview includes various tests such as intelligence, psychological, and group tasks, designed to evaluate the candidate’s personality, leadership qualities, and aptitude for military service. Upon successful completion of both stages, candidates are recommended for training at respective academies based on their performance and merit.
UPSC CDS 1 Exam Date
| Exam Name | CDS 1 2024 | CDS 2 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | December 20, 2023 | May 15, 2024 |
| Online Registration Start Date | December 20, 2023 | May 15, 2024 |
| Online Registration Last Date | January 9, 2024 | June 4, 2024 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Three weeks before the Exam | Three weeks before the Exam |
| Exam Date | April 21, 2024 (Sunday) | September 1, 2024 |
| Result Release Date | Yet to be notified | Yet to be notified |
