Application Start Date
21-12-2022
Application End Date
12-01-2023
Admit Card Date
24-03-2023
Main Exam Date
16-04-2023
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
UPSC CDS Exam FAQs:
Ques 1. How to apply for examinations held by the UPSC?
Ans. Applicants can apply online through the UPSC's website https://upsconline.nic.in
Ques 2. Which category is exempted in the examination fee?
Ans. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), Female candidates, and SC/ST categories belonging applicants are exempted from payment of Examination Fee.
Ques 3. What action the Commission can take in case of submission of false information by the applicants?
Ans. If any applicants found producing false information, cheating, adopting various unfair means in the examination like impersonation etc., is liable to be disqualified and/or debarred from writing UPSC examinations as decided by the Commission. In this regard, a detailed stipulation is incorporated in the examination Notice.
Ques 4. Are requests for change of Centre/ Venue accepted?
Ans. No request for change of Centre/Venue is entertained.
Ques 5. What precautions should be taken by a candidate while filling up the Online Application Form?
Ans. Please read the instructions carefully before filling up the Online Application Form.
Ques 6. Difference between CDS and NDA Exam?
Ans. Where the NDA examinations recruit for the Army, Naval and Air Force whereas the CDS examinations are conducted for recruitment for IMA, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy and OTA.
Ques 7. Does a candidate change optional after prelims in UPSC?
Ans. No.
Ques 8. What is the format of the scanned signature and photograph?
Ans. The scanned photograph and signature in the .jpg format.
Ques 9. What should be the size of the scanned signature and photograph?
Ans. The size should be as follows:
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For photograph 140 pixels height by 110 pixels width
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For signature 110 pixels height by 140 pixels width
Ques 10. What details is to be retained by a candidate after the successful submission of my form?
Ans. The application is submitted then the applicant must take a print out of the submitted application form and keep the same for future reference. The candidates are also advised to keep their fee payment proof which might be required by the commission in case of any discrepancy.
Ques 11. Are candidates with arts/humanity stream degree eligible to apply?
Ans. Applicants with a graduation degree from any stream are eligible but they can only apply for Army.
Ques 12. How many attempts are allowed to applicants for appearing in CDS exams?
Ans. No, such information is mentioned in CDS notification or on the UPSC website.
Ques 13. Is there any specific percentage required to apply for the exam?
Ans. No. Candidates must secure passing marks to apply for the CDS exam.
Ques 14. Are female candidates eligible to apply for CDS exam?
Ans. Yes, Female (unmarried) candidates are eligible to apply for CDS but only for the Officers Training Academy (OTA).
Ques 15. Can a candidate appearing in the final year of the graduation apply for the exam?
Ans. Yes.
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Application Start Date
21-12-2022
Application End Date
12-01-2023
Admit Card Date
24-03-2023
Main Exam Date
16-04-2023
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