Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS)
Conducted by Union Public Service Commission.
- Held
- Twice a year
- Mode
- Pen-and-paper, followed by the SSB interview
- Level
- National
Graduate entry to IMA, INA, AFA and OTA.
Stages
- 1.Written — English, General Knowledge and Elementary Mathematics (OTA: English and GK only)
- 2.SSB interview
- 3.Medical examination
Patterns, dates, age limits and vacancies change with every notification. Use this page to get oriented, then confirm every detail on the official website before you apply. Compiled 2026-10-31.