CDS

CDS stands for combined defence services. The Combined Defence Services Examination is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission for recruitment of Commissioned Officers in the Indian Military Academy, Officers Training Academy, Indian Naval Academy and Indian Air Force Academy. CDS is a national-level exam and is generally conducted in the month of February and November. It is a national-level exam conducted to recruit candidates for officer posts in IMA (Indian Military Academy), INA (Indian Naval Academy), AFA (Air Force Academy) and OTA (Officers Training Academy). Just like the previous year, CDS 2023 will be conducted in three stages. As per the CDS selection process, the stages are written exam, SSB Interview followed by the Medical Examination. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria of CDS will be able to apply for it at upsconline.nic.in.