CDS Eligibility Criteria 2025 – Age Criteria, Qualification, Physical Requirement

No, completing your college through dummy or non-regular means will not necessarily result in a negative impression during your SSB interview or screening process.

The SSB (Service Selection Board) assesses candidates based on various qualities such as leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, and personality. While the mode of completing your college education may be considered, it is not the sole determining factor.

Here are some important points to keep in mind:

Focus on the Fundamentals: Ensure you have a strong understanding of the core subjects related to your degree. The SSB assesses your knowledge and problem-solving skills, not just the mode of study.
Extracurricular Activities: Highlight any extracurricular activities, internships, or projects you've undertaken during your college years. These can demonstrate your leadership, teamwork, and initiative.
Confidence and Communication: Project confidence and effective communication skills during the SSB process. Your ability to express yourself clearly and confidently is crucial.
Honesty and Integrity: Be honest about your educational background and any relevant experiences. The SSB values integrity and transparency.

While completing your college through dummy or non-regular means may raise questions, it is not an automatic disqualification. If you can demonstrate your knowledge, skills, and potential, you can still successfully clear the SSB and be considered for selection.

It's important to focus on developing the qualities and skills that are valued by the SSB. By showcasing your abilities and potential, you can overcome any initial concerns related to your mode of education.

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Samprikta Mondal 23 October,2024

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Sajal Trivedi 30 August,2024

my dob is 29 November 2003 my graduation completed in 2027 i applied for cds ima

Hello there,

Yes, you can apply for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) exam for the Indian Military Academy (IMA) after completing your graduation in 2027, based on your date of birth, 29th November 2003. Here’s how your eligibility works out:

Eligibility Criteria for CDS IMA:

Age Limit: For IMA, the candidate should be between 19 and 24 years old at the time of course commencement. Since you were born on 29th November 2003, you will be within the eligible age range for several years after your graduation.
Educational Qualification: A degree from a recognized university or equivalent is required. Since you will complete your graduation in 2027, you will meet this qualification.
Application Timing: The CDS exam is conducted twice a year. Depending on the exam you apply for, your eligibility will be determined by your age at the time of the course commencement, typically a few months after the exam.

Example Timeline:

If you apply for the CDS exam in 2027, the courses would typically start in 2028, and you would be 24 or under, fitting within the age limit.

Conclusion:

You are eligible to apply for the CDS exam for IMA as long as you apply before you turn 24. Make sure to check the specific age cutoff for the exact year you plan to apply.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.

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kumardurgesh1802 24 August,2024

my dob is 29 11 2003 i join college in 2022 my courses duration is 4.6 year i completed in 2027 March i am eligible cds 2027

To determine your eligibility for the CDS (Combined Defence Services) exam in 2027, we need to consider the age criteria set by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), which conducts the exam.

For the CDS exam, the age criteria generally are as follows:

Indian Military Academy (IMA) : Candidates should be between 19 to 24 years old.
Indian Naval Academy (INA) : Candidates should be between 19 to 24 years old.
Air Force Academy (AFA) : Candidates should be between 19 to 24 years old.
Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) : Candidates should be between 19 to 25 years old.

Your date of birth is 29th November 2003. By March 2027, you will be 23 years and 4 months old. This means you fall within the eligible age range for all branches (IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA) for the CDS exam.

Given that you will complete your course in March 2027, you should be eligible to apply for the CDS exam in 2027, provided you meet other criteria such as nationality, marital status, and educational qualifications. Make sure to check the official CDS notification for any updates or changes in the eligibility criteria closer to the exam date.

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monag2673 24 August,2024

my age 21 years 3 months........ how many attempts i have left for CDS ima 2025

Hello aspirant,
The upper age limit for CDS IMA is 24 years. Since you are currently 21 years 3 months old, you have 2 years and 9 months left to appear for the CDS IMA exam. This means you can attempt the exam 3 more times before reaching the age limit.

However, please note that this is just a general estimate and the actual number of attempts may vary depending on the specific notification released by the UPSC for the CDS exam in 2025. It is always advisable to refer to the official notification for accurate information regarding the age limit and number of attempts allowed.

I hope this information helps you.

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Kanishka kaushikii 22 August,2024

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Exam name	Combined Defence Services Examination
Conducting Body	Union Public Service Commission
Frequency of exam	Twice a year
Nationality	Indian
CDS age limit	Between 19 to 25 years
Educational Qualification	Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university
Mode of exam	Online

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
Officers Training Academy (Women, Non-Technical)	19 to 25 years	Unmarried, Widow & Divorcee

Courses	CDS Educational Qualification
Indian Military Academy	Bachelor's Degree (BA, B.Com, B.Sc, BBA, BCA, B.Tech etc.) from a recognised University or equivalent institute
Indian Naval Academy	Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a recognised University/ College
Air Force Academy	Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor degree in engineering
OTA (Men)	Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University or equivalent institute
OTA (Women - Non-Technical)	Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University or equivalent institute

Male	Female
Vision (corrected) better eye 6/6 and worse eye 6/12	Vision (corrected) better eye 6/6, worse eye 6/12
Myopia of not more than minus 3.5 D	Myopia of not more than minus 5.5 D
Manifest hypermetropia of not more than plus 3.5 D including Astigmatism	Manifest hypermetropia of not more than plus 3.5 D including Astigmatism.

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