UPSC CDS, NDA II registration process begins at upsc.gov.in; check eligibility

The online application form can be submitted till June 6, 6 PM, providing an opportunity to interested candidates to start their journey towards a career in Defense Services (Representational Image)

Those applying for UPSC CDS/NDA 2023 exam will have to pay an application fee of Rs 200. At the same time, SC, ST and women candidates are exempted from payment of fee.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released the official notification for the Combined Defense Services (CDS) II and National Defense Academy (NDA) II examination on May 17, which has started the registration process. Candidates can now apply for UPSC CDS/NDA 2023 exam by visiting the official website upsc.gov.in. The online application form can be submitted till 6th June, 6 PM thereby giving an opportunity to the interested candidates to start their journey towards a career in Defense Services.

The application correction facility will open on June 7 and close on June 13. Accordingly,” read the official notice. As per the schedule, UPSC CDS/NDA 2023 exam will be held on 3rd September.

To fill the application form for UPSC CDS/NDA 2023, follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit the official website of UPSC, upsc.gov.in.

Step 2: On the homepage, click on UPSC CDS 2023 or UPSC NDA 2023 link. Then, click on the link ‘Apply Online’.

Step 3: Login using your credentials like email address and password or mobile number.

Step 4: On the new window, fill the UPSC CDS/NDA 2023 Application Form with the required information.

Step 5: Pay the prescribed fee, upload the required scanned documents and choose your preferred exam centre. Submit the form after filling all the information.

Step 6: Download the confirmation page and keep a copy of it for future reference.

UPSC CDS/NDA 2023: Application Fee

Those applying for the exam will have to pay an application fee of Rs 200. At the same time, SC, ST and women candidates are exempted from payment of fee.

UPSC CDS/NDA 2023: Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:

For CDS: Candidates age should be between 20 to 24 years as on the specified date in the examination year.

marital status:

Both CDS and NDA candidates must be unmarried. Married persons are not eligible to apply for these exams. To fill the UPSC CDS/NDA 2023 Application Form, a set of scanned documents are required which include:

A valid photo ID proof (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Voter Card, Driving License).

Photograph and signature.

Class 10, 12 and degree certificate.

Banking details of online application fee payment.

Candidates applying for CDS/NDA examination must ensure that they fulfill all the eligibility conditions for admission to the examination.