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CDS

CDS

Combined Defence Services Examination

Important Date

CDS - I:

Notification 22nd December, 2021
Application Process  22nd December, 2021 – 11th January, 2022
Admit Card 2nd week of March, 2022 
Exam 10th April, 2022

CDS – II:

Notification 18th May, 2022
Application Process 18th May – 14th June, 2022
Admit Card First Week of August, 2022
Exam 4th September, 2022

FAQ

Q1. Is the CDS given online?
Ans.
No, the CDS  is administered offline or on paper mode. 

Q2. How many papers are in the CDS ?
Ans.
According to the CDS syllabus, there are two papers: paper 1 and paper 2. Both papers are given in two separate sessions on the same day.

Q3. How many CDS test retakes are permitted?
Ans.
There is no restriction to the number of CDS exam tries. Candidates who meet the specified age restriction may apply for the test.

Q4. Do PhD holders have an edge in the CDS ?
Ans.
PhD holders can apply for CDS  even if they have less than 55 percent in MSc, but they must have at least 50 percent in aggregate.

Q5. What if a candidate consistently wears spectacles? Are they going to be considered for CDS?
Ans.
Except for the Air Force, candidates who wear spectacles are eligible for other CDS categories. You must not use spectacles on a regular basis if you want to join the Air Force.

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