The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the admit card for the Combined Defence Services UPSC CDS II Examination 2024. Candidates who have applied for the 459 vacancies under this exam can download their admit cards and find more information regarding recruitment, qualification, selection process, and more.
UPSC CDS II Exam 2024 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined Defence Services II Exam 2024 |
| Total Vacancies | 459 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Monthly Pay | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Job Basis | Permanent |
| Official Website | UPSC Official Website |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 15 May 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 4 June 2024, 6:00 PM |
| Last Date for Offline Fee Payment | 3 June 2024 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 4 June 2024 |
| Correction Window | 5-11 June 2024 |
| Written Exam Date | 1 September 2024 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 23 August 2024 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹200/- |
| SC / ST / Sons of JCOs / ORs | ₹0/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0/- |
Payment Mode: Online payment through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or Offline mode through E-Challan.
UPSC CDS II Age Limit Details
- For Indian Military Academy: Born between July 2, 2001, to July 1, 2006
- For Indian Naval Academy: Born between July 2, 2001, to July 1, 2006
- For Air Force Academy: Born between July 2, 2001, to July 1, 2005
- For Officers Training Academy: Born between July 2, 2000, to July 1, 2006
Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC rules.
Selection Process
- Written Exam
- SSB Interview
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Test
Also Read:- IBPS PO Vacancy Recruitment 2024
UPSC CDS II Qualification Details
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | B.E. / B.Tech. Degree. |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | 12th Passed with Physics and Maths + Degree in any stream OR B.E. / B.Tech Degree. |
| Officers Training Academy (Men) | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. |
| Officers Training Academy (Women) | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. |
Post-Wise Vacancies
- Indian Military Academy (IMA)
- Indian Naval Academy (INA)
- Air Force Academy (AFA)
- Officers Training Academy (Men)
- Officers Training Academy (Women)
IMA, INA, AFA Exam Pattern
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark per incorrect answer
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| English | 100 | 2 Hours |
| General Knowledge | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Elementary Mathematics | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Total | 300 | 6 Hours |
OTA Exam Pattern
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks per incorrect answer
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| English | 100 | 2 Hours |
| General Knowledge | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Total | 200 | 4 Hours |
SSB/Interview Marks
| Academy Name | SSB Marks |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy | 300 |
| Indian Naval Academy | 300 |
| Indian Air Force Academy | 300 |
| Officers’ Training Academy | 200 |
How to Fill Online Application Form
- Read Notification: Ensure to read the full notification of UPSC CDS II Examination 2024.
- Document Collection: Gather all necessary documents such as eligibility proofs, ID, basic details, etc.
- Scanned Documents: Prepare scanned copies of photos, signatures, and mark sheets.
- Form Filling: Fill out the online form with the required details.
- Fee Payment: Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Review: Carefully check all columns before final submission.
- Print Out: Submit the form and take a printout for your records.
Important Links
| Content-Type | Issued On | Content Link |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Admit Card | 23/08/2024 | Click Here |
| Correction Form | 05/06/2024 | Click Here |
| Fill Online Form | 15/05/2024 | Click Here |
| Full Notification | 15/05/2024 | Click Here |
| Official Website | 15/05/2024 | Click Here |
