CDS 1 2021 Notification is published by Union Public Service Commission on 28 October 2020 as per the UPSC Examination Calendar 2021 and some important dates are released officially by UPSC. Candidates who are interested to apply for UPSC CDS I 2021 notification can apply at upsc.gov.in and upsconline.nic.in. UPSC conducts CDS exam twice a year and this is one of the most popular defence exams among the aspirants who are willing to join as an Officer in the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and Officers Training Academies. SSBCrackExams takes the initiative and helps the youngsters to know the CDS Exam 2021 eligibility criteria, exam dates, selection, etc., If you are planning to write the CDS 1 2021 Exam, you can read the following details below. A short summary of eligibility criteria for CDS 1 2021 Exam is given below:
CDS 1 2021 Important Dates: UPSC has published the CDS 1 2021 notification and important dates. Let’s have a look at the detailed schedule for CDS 1 2021 exam.
| CDS 1 2021 EVENTS | DATES |
| CDS 1 2021 Application Start Date | 28 Oct 2020 |
| CDS 1 2021 Application Last Date | 17 Nov 2020 |
| CDS 1 2021 Exam Date | 07 Feb 2021 |
| CDS 1 2021 Admit Card Download Date | Before 3 weeks of exam |
| CDS 1 2021 Result Date (Expected) | Mar – April 2021 |
CDS 1 2021 Eligibility Conditions: Now we will be going through the eligibility conditions of CDS 1 2021 Notification, here we can get the maximum knowledge about the notification issued by UPSC and we can know the new amendments and updations done by UPSC it might be in syllabus, exam pattern, recruitment stages.
CDS 1 2021 Educational Qualifications: Candidates should be well known with the education qualifications before applying the examination. Here we brought the complete details of the educational qualifications required for CDS 1 2021 Notification.
| ACADEMY | EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION |
| INDIAN MILITARY ACADEMY | Graduation Degree |
| INDIAN NAVAL ACADEMY | B.E/B.Tech (10+2 with Physics & Maths) |
| AIR FORCE ACADEMY | Graduation, B.E/B.Tech (10+2 with Physics &Maths) |
| OFFICERS’ TRAINING ACADEMY (MEN) | Graduation Degree |
| OFFICERS’ TRAINING ACADEMY (WOMEN) | Graduation Degree |
CDS 1 2021 Age limit: As compared to educational qualification age limits also plays a vital role in the CDS 1 2021 notification because UPSC has kept some cut-off dates for the eligibility. So before applying to try to go through the full notification provided by UPSC.
| ACADEMY | AGE LIMIT | BORN BETWEEN |
| INDIAN MILITARY ACADEMY | 19-24 | 02 Jan 1998 to 01 Jan 2003 |
| INDIAN NAVAL ACADEMY | 19-24 | 02 Jan 1998 to 01 Jan 2003 |
| AIR FORCE ACADEMY | 20-24 | 02 Jan 1998 to 01 Jan 2002 |
| OFFICERS’ TRAINING ACADEMY (MEN) | 19-25 | 02 Jan 1997 to 01 Jan 2003 |
| OFFICERS’ TRAINING ACADEMY (WOMEN) | 19-25 | 02 Jan 1997 to 01 Jan 2003 |
CDS 1 2021 Selection Procedure: CDS follows a three-stage recruitment process it consists of:
- Written Test
- SSB Interview
- Medical Examination
- Merit List
CDS 1 2021 Examination Pattern: UPSC follows a standard and very transparent manner to conduct the CDS 1 2021 examination. The written examination consists of the below subjects:
A) For Admission to Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, and Air Force Academy:
| SUBJECT | DURATION | MAX. MARKS |
| ENGLISH | 2 HOURS | 100 M |
| GENERAL KNOWLEDGE | 2 HOURS | 100 M |
| ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS | 2 HOURS | 100 M |
B) For Admission to Officers’ Training Academy:
| SUBJECT | DURATION | MAX. MARKS |
| ENGLISH | 2 HOURS | 100 M |
| GERERAL KNOWLEDGE | 2 HOURS | 100 M |
CDS 1 2021 SSB Interview 2021 involves 2 stages:
- Stage 1 consists of officer intelligence rating, picture perception, and description test.
- Stage 2 involves interview, group testing officer task, psychology test, and conference
CDS 1 2021 How to Apply:
- Visit the official website — upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in
- Click on the UPSC CDSE 1 2021 link
- In part – I of the registration, submit your basic information.
- In part II, fill the payment details and choice of exam center, upload your photo and sign as per guidelines
- Save and submit it and take a print out for further reference
CDS 1 2021 Notification Other important details:
Application fee: Rs 200/- SC, ST and women candidates are exempted from application fee
Examination Centers: UPSC CDS 1 2021 exam will be held in 41 CDS Exam Centers across India.
Cut Off: Students who score more than the cut-off are considered for SSB interview. Cut Off will be declared by the board based on the applications received and candidates qualified in the first stage of the recruitment process. Now we will look into the expected cut off marks for all the academies.
| S.No | ACADEMY | EXPECTED CUT OFF |
| 1 | IMA | 115 – 125 |
| 2 | INA | 110 – 125 |
| 3 | AFA | 130 – 140 |
| 4 | OTA (MEN) | 75 -85 |
| 5 | OTA (WOMEN) | 75- 85 |
Q1. Can I apply for CDS exam with a backlog?
A. No, you need to clear all backlogs.
Q2. Can a final year student apply for CDS exam?
A. Yes, final year candidates can apply for CDS, but make sure you are completing your degree before the date of joining.
Q3. Will I get multiple SSB interview calls if I clear CDS exam for ore than one option?
A. No, you will get only one SSB call for the first preference you have cleared.
Q4. Can women apply for IMA, AFA, NA through CDS exam?
A. No, women can only apply for OTA Chennai through CDS exam.
Q5. When CDS 1 2021 will be conducted?
A. It will be conducted on 07 Feb 2021.
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My date of birth is 29 Nov 1997 can i apply for CDS 1 2021?
Yes, but u can apply only for cds OTA.
My date of birth is 30.3.2003 can I able to right cds exam
Want to go for CDS exam. But I’m not sure of medical round because I have stitches on my elbow. Please guide.
I will completed our graduation in this year now I will be apply or not because I m confused
Sir m graduation k fast year m Hu kya m CDs k liye eligible hu.
Is there any age relaxation???
After clear exam how many days to take publish merit list??
SSC+Diploma engineering+Degree in Engineering… can apply CDS or not
Sir/madam i have a doubt that ….
kya me cds 1 2021 ka form fill kar shakti hu kya lekin me 2 year me hu and at the time of joining academy mere paas graduation ke degree hogi … to kya me form fill kar sahkti hu 28 oct 2020 ko … please reply me
Can we only write CDS 2 exam to join OTA.
Sir m graduation k fast year m Hu kya m CDs k liye eligible hu
Yes u can fill just take care that you fall in the criteria mentioned
After deceleration CDS 1 exam result, how many days SSB conducted?
Sir/Mam
Can I write NDA 1 and 2 In 2Puc .
Sir/Mam
Can I write NDA 1 and 2 In 2Puc .
Sir, can i apply for OTA ,my course is BCA, In final year,..
What is the need for English spoken in this ….. Is it compulsory?
I am final year of bsc student. But sybsc my backlog remaing please tell me can i apply for this exam
Yes, bcz ssb interview will be conducted in English only.
IS women eligible for AFCAT (NON TECH)?
After results is declared how many it takes to get call letter for ssb ota
Sir what is the estimate date for SSB interview for cds 1. 2021
My DOB is may 1998,, is there any chance left after CDS I 2021,,. Can i also give CDS II 2021…?
Yes
Dear sir I have finished my 10+2 and I wish to crack this exam so can I apply for CDS Sir
I am in third year of graduation ,can I apply for cds1/2021
What is the syllabus for CDS1 2021
my date of birth 30/8/1994 can i able for CDS 1 2021
My dob is 17-07-1997..so am I eligible for AFA
Diplomo + betech holder can apply cds 2021
is there any minimum required percentage in graduation like BSC … as i have finished my Bsc am i eligible for AFA..
No
Sir.my date of birth 10/08/2003 sir ky main 2021-second exam ke liye eligible hu ya ni …
Sir does degree percentage matters for interview
Sir my age is 22 years 10 mnths
Did I am eligible for ima
I am pursuing with b.tech last year
My dob is 5 dec 1995.. so am i eligible for cds feb 2021 exam?
GIRLS can be apply for IMA??
no
Can I apply for AFA and NA both at the same time?
Is there a way to join defence( Indian Army, IAF, Indian Navy). Completed my graduation B.Tech(Aeronautical Engineering with 57% and 10+2 physics and maths with 70%) D.O.B: 05 Dec 1995.
I have completed my b.tech and I also had physics and maths in my 10+2. So I selected option 1 in educational qualification i.e. Passed /appeared /appearing the final year degree or equi. exam with Physics and Maths(at 10+2 Level). But when I choose preference in the next slide it is asking me to put ‘0’ in front of NA stating as per my educational qualification I cannot opt for NA, but in notification for NA b.tech with maths and physics in 10+2 level is mandatory.
Sir, My D.O.B. is 26/05/1998
Kya mai November 2021 CDS Ka exam de paunga
When will be the interview of CDS 1 2021
For OTA after the result out on April 2021?
Can I apply for CDS OTA in 25 years age?
Is it mandatory to have physics background for Officers Training Academy
is diploma + engineering is eligible for the cds exam plz reply to these question , I’m in the final year …..