UPSC Combined Defence Services Exam II 2024: Your Path to Serving the Nation

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is conducting the Combined Defence Services Examination (II) 2024, offering a golden opportunity for aspiring candidates to join the esteemed Indian Armed Forces.

Exam Summary:

• Name: Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2024
• Conducted By: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
• Purpose: Selection of candidates for admission to the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers' Training Academy (OTA)
• Exam Date: 1st September 2024

Important Dates:

• Notification Release: 15th May 2024
• Application Deadline: 4th June 2024

Application Fees:

• General/OBC: INR 200
• Female/SC/ST: Exempted

Eligibility Criteria:

• Age Limit:
• IMA and INA: 19-24 years
• AFA: 19-23 years
• OTA: 19-25 years
• Educational Qualification:
• IMA and OTA: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
• INA: Bachelor's degree in Engineering from a recognized university
• AFA: Bachelor's degree with Physics and Mathematics from a recognized university or Bachelor of Engineering.

Vacancy Details:

• Total Vacancies: 459 (As per official notification)
• Category-Wise Vacancies: The detailed breakup is available in the official notification on the UPSC website.

Selection Process:

1. Written Examination (English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics)
2. Interview by the Services Selection Board (SSB) for candidates who clear the written exam.

Syllabus:

• English: Comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and usage.
• General Knowledge: Current events, history, geography, polity, economics, and general science.
• Elementary Mathematics: Arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry, geometry, mensuration, and statistics.

How to Apply:

1. Visit the official UPSC website: https://upsc.gov.in/
2. Navigate to the "Active Examinations" section and find the link for CDS Exam II 2024.
3. Fill out the application form carefully and upload the required documents.
4. Pay the application fee online.
5. Submit the application before the deadline.

Additional Tips:

• Start your preparation early.
• Refer to standard books and online resources for each subject.
• Solve previous year question papers and take mock tests.
• Stay updated on current affairs.
• Official EXAMINATION NOTICE NO. 11 /2024.CDS- II-
   https://upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/Notif-CDS-II-2024-engl-150524.pdf

This is a fantastic opportunity to embark on a rewarding career in the Indian Armed Forces. Don't miss out!

Sun May 19, 2024