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Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination – Complete Guide Short Information The Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination is conducted twice a year by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to recruit officers for the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. Candidates who clear the exam undergo training at the following academies: Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (for both men and women) FOR NDA -  CLICK HERE Educational Qualification Indian Military Academy (IMA) and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA): Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or equivalent. Indian Naval Academy (INA): Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from a recognized university. Air Force Academy (AFA): Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering. Note: Candidates appe...

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  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) * What happens after clearing the NDA written exam? Candidates are called for the  SSB Interview , which is a  5-day selection process . * How long is the NDA training? NDA training lasts  3 years , after which candidates are sent for further training: Army:  Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun (1 year) Navy:  Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala (1 year) Air Force:  Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad (1.5 years for flying branch) * How much time gap is there between the NDA exam, SSB, and final joining? NDA 1 Exam:  April – May NDA 1 SSB:  July – September NDA 1 Medical & Merit List:  October – December NDA 1 Joining NDA:  January (Next Year) NDA 2 Exam:  September – October NDA 2 SSB:  November – January NDA 2 Medical & Merit List:  February – April NDA 2 Joining NDA:  July (Next Year) * Can a candidate with glasses apply for NDA? Yes, but eyesight should be withi...

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Short Information The National Defence Academy (NDA) is the premier institute for training future officers of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force . The NDA entrance exam is conducted twice a year by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) . Selected candidates undergo three years of training at NDA (Khadakwasla, Pune) , followed by specialized training at their respective academies ( IMA, AFA, INA ). FOR CDS - CLICK HERE Educational Qualification For Army Wing: 10+2 (any stream) For Navy & Air Force Wings: 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics Candidates appearing in Class 12 can also apply. Selection Process & SSB Interview 1. NDA Written Exam Conducted by UPSC Subjects: Mathematics (300 marks) + GAT (600 marks) Negative marking applicable Candidates scoring above the cutoff qualify for SSB Interview 2. SSB Interview (5 Days) Candidates who clear the written exam are called for SSB (Services Selection Board) Interview , which includes: Day 1: Screening Test OIR...