Can I take CDS exam after 12th?

No, after completion of 12th standard you are not eligible for CDS(Combined Defence Service) exam because the minimum education qualification to apply this exam is Graduation. So after completion of your graduation you can apply this exam. CDS exam is conducted by the UPSC two times in a year.

Is 12th marks important for CDS?

No , 12th class marks doesn’t matter in the combined defense service exam but your Graduation does. You need to be a gradute from any recognized University which falls under the UGC. No. Technically you must have passed the 12th.

Who are eligible for CDS exam?

CDS age limit criteria for candidates

CDS Courses	CDS Age Limit	Marital Status
Indian Military Academy	19 to 24 years	Unmarried
Indian Naval Academy	19 to 24 years	Unmarried
Air Force Academy	20 to 24 years	Unmarried
Officers’ Training Academy (Men)	19 to 25 years	Unmarried & Married

What is the minimum qualification for CDS exam?

Education Qualification CDS Eligibility
Indian Military Academy (IMA) and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA)	Bachelor’s Degree From a recognised university
Air Force Academy (AFA)	Graduation (with Physics and Mathematics at Class 12) or Bachelor of Engineering

Can we join Indian Army after 12th?

Candidates who want to join the Indian Army after class 12th can also get through by qualifying Army rallies. The eligible candidates will be selected on the basis of a fitness test, medical test, and written examination.

Are CDS difficult?

CDS is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission for the recruitment of Commissioned Officers in the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force….Overall CDS Exam Analysis by Students.

Sections	Difficulty Level
English Language	Easy to Moderate
Elementary Mathematics	Difficult
Total	Moderate to Difficult

Is physical fitness required for CDS?

Candidates applying for CDS recruitment should be physically fit, as per the physical standard guidelines. Several candidates get rejected on medical grounds. Candidates are advised to get themselves medically examined before submitting their applications.

How can I become officer after 12th?

In your final year of Graduation, you need to pass the Combined Defence Services Exams, clear the SSB, be medically fit and join IMA as a Direct Entry if you come in merit. The other entries are 10+2 Tech Entry where you apply after your 12th Exams.

How can I join a defense after 12th?

Candidates interested to join the defence after 12th are required to take the NDA Exam. The UPSC conducts the NDA exam as an All India level defence exam twice a year, in the months of April and September.

How can I take the CDS exam after 12th?

Sorry, you can’t take CDS exam after 12th….. only graduate students are applicable for CDS Entry. If you are interested to join army after 12 as commissioned officer you can go for NDA exam “National Defence Academy Exam”. It is also conducted by Upsc just like as cds exam.

What are the eligibility criteria for CDS exam?

1 Candidates who have settled in India permanently can apply for CDS Exam. 2 Candidates must be graduate or at least appearing in the final year/semester. 3 The minimum age limit is 19 to apply for the CDS 2021 Exam. 4 Women candidates are only eligible to apply for OTA. 5 Unmarried candidates should not be divorced.

How to apply for CDS exam 2021?

Read the details. Both men and women can apply for 345 vacancies. To apply for both CDS (I) and (II), candidates, should check out the CDS eligibility 2021 which includes nationality, educational qualification, age, marital status, and physical conditions. Candidates who have settled in India permanently can apply for CDS Exam.

Can a final year graduate apply for CDS exam?

Yes, final year graduate candidates can apply for CDS. However, they will be admitted to the exam provisionally. They need to produce certificates of having passed the relevant degree at the time of document verification.