UPSC CDS I 2024 Online Form – 457 Vacancies (Result Declared)

 

Guidelines for UPSC CDS I 2024 Application Procedure

Candidates applying for the UPSC examination are required to follow these steps for online application:

1. Visit the Official Website: Access the UPSC online portal at upsconline.nic.in.
2. One Time Registration (OTR): It’s mandatory for applicants to register at the One Time Registration platform available on the Commission’s website. This step needs to be completed only once in a candidate’s lifetime. Visit the OTR platform and register yourself before proceeding with the examination application.
3. Filling Online Application: Once registered on the OTR platform, candidates can proceed to fill the online application for the examination.
4. Already Registered? If the candidate has previously registered on the OTR platform, they can directly proceed to fill the online application for the examination without re-registering.
5. Year-Round OTR Registration: Candidates can register on the OTR platform at any time throughout the year.

Note: Ensure all details provided during registration and application are accurate and up-to-date.

For any further assistance or detailed instructions regarding the application process, please refer to the UPSC official website or contact their support services.

UPSC CDA I 2024 Admit Card Detail

Important Application and Examination Information:

• Application Deadline for UPSC CDS I 2024: The last date for filling out the Online Applications is January 9th, 2024, until 6:00 PM.
• e-Admit Card Issuance: Eligible candidates will receive an e-Admit Card seven days prior to the examination. This e-Admit Card will be available for download on the UPSC website (upsc.gov.in). Please note, no physical e-Admit Card will be dispatched via postal services.
• Downloading UPSC CDS I 2024  e-Admit Card: Candidates are advised to regularly check the UPSC website for updates and to download their e-Admit Cards within the specified time frame before the examination.
• Electronic Communication: All applicants must provide a valid and active email address during the online application process. The Commission may use electronic communication methods to contact candidates regarding important updates or notifications related to the examination.

Note: It is imperative to ensure the accuracy and validity of the provided email address to receive crucial updates from the Commission.

For any queries or assistance regarding the application process, UPSC CDS I 2024 e-Admit Cards, or other related concerns, candidates are encouraged to refer to the official UPSC website or reach out to the designated support channels provided by the Commission.

UPSC CDA I 2024  Number of Vacancies

This table arranges the courses alongside their approximate number of vacancies for easy reference. Adjustments can be made for formatting or additional details as needed.

Name of the Course	Approximate No. of Vacancies
Indian Military Academy, Dehradun	100 (including 13 for NCC `C’ Army Wing holders)
Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala – Course 32	32 (including 06 for NCC ‘C’ Certificate – Naval Wing holders)
Air Force Academy, Hyderabad – Pre-Flying Training Course	32 (including 03 for NCC `C’ Certificate – Air Wing holders through NCC Special Entry)
Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai (Madras) – 121st SSC (Men) (NT) Course	275
Officers Training Academy, Chennai (Madras) – 35th SSC Women (NT) Course	18

UPSC CDS I Examination Centers

Here is the table for UPSC CDS I 2024 exam centers.

Exam Centres	Exam Centres	Exam Centres
AGARTALA	GHAZIABAD	PANAJI (GOA)
AGRA	GORAKHPUR	PATNA
AJMER	GURGAON	PORT BLAIR
AHMEDABAD	GWALIOR	PRAYAGRAJ (ALLAHABAD)
AIZAWL	HYDERABAD	PUDUCHERRY
ALIGARH	IMPHAL	PUNE
ALMORA (UTTARAKHAND)	INDORE	RAIPUR
ANANTPUR (ANDHRA PRADESH)	ITANAGAR	RAJKOT
AURANGABAD (MAHARASHTRA)	JABALPUR	RANCHI
BENGALURU	JAIPUR	SAMBALPUR
BAREILLY	JAMMU	SHILLONG
BHOPAL	JODHPUR	SHIMLA
BILASPUR (CHHATISGARH)	JORHAT	SILIGUDI
CHANDIGARH	KOCHI	SRINAGAR
CHENNAI	KOHIMA	SRINAGAR (UTTARAKHAND)
COIMBATORE	KOLKATA	THANE
CUTTACK	KOZHIKODE (CALICUT)	THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
DEHRADUN	LEH	TIRUCHIRAPALLI
DELHI	LUCKNOW	TIRUPATI
DHARAMSHALA	LUDHIANA	UDAIPUR
DHARWAD	MADURAI	VARANASI
DISPUR	MANDI	VELLORE
FARIDABAD	MUMBAI	VIJAYAVADA
GANGTOK	MYSORE	VISHAKHAPATNAM
GAYA	NAGPUR	WARANGAL
GAUTAM BUDDH NAGAR	NAVI MUMBAI

This table presents the examination centers for UPSC CDS I  Exam 2024 for easy reference.

UPSC CDS I 2024 Age Criteria

The following is the age criteria for UPSC CDA I exam 2024.

Course	Age Eligibility
Indian Military Academy (IMA)	20 to 24 years as of January 1st, 2025 (Born between January 2nd, 2001, and January 1st, 2005). Upper age limit relaxable to 26 years for candidates holding a valid Commercial Pilot Licence issued by DGCA (India) (Born between January 2nd, 1999, and January 1st, 2005). Candidates below 25 years of age must be unmarried.
Indian Naval Academy (INA)	Same as IMA
Air Force Academy (AFA)	General Eligibility (for most candidates): Age: 20 to 24 years as of January 1st, 2025. Birth Date Range: Born not earlier than January 2nd, 2001, and not later than January 1st, 2005. Special Age Relaxation for Commercial Pilot Licence Holders: Upper Age Limit: Candidates holding a valid and current Commercial Pilot Licence issued by DGCA (India) have relaxation up to 26 years. Eligibility: Born not earlier than January 2nd, 1999, and not later than January 1st, 2005, for eligibility under this category. Note: Candidate below 25 years of age must be unmarried. Marriage is not permitted during training. Married candidates above 25 years of age are eligible to apply but during training period they will neither be provided married accommodation nor can they live with family out of the premises.
Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) – Men	Unmarried male candidates born between January 2nd, 2000, and January 1st, 2006 are eligible.
Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) – Women	Unmarried women, issueless widows who have not remarried, and issueless divorcees (in possession of divorce documents) who have not remarried are eligible. They should have been born between January 2nd, 2000, and January 1st, 2006. Male divorcee/widower candidates are not eligible for IMA/INA/AFA/OTA courses.

This breakdown outlines the specific age eligibility criteria for each course offered, including the variations based on marital status for candidates applying to different academies. Adjustments can be made as necessary for clarity or to suit your formatting preferences. Please refer UPSC CDA I 2024 exam official notification for detailed information.

UPSC CDS I 2024 Qualification Criteria

This breakdown clarifies the specific educational qualifications required for each academy for UPSC CDA I exam 2024.

• For Indian Military Academy (I.M.A.) and Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai:Qualification: A degree from a recognized University or its equivalent.
• For Indian Naval Academy:
  • Qualification: A degree in Engineering from a recognized University/Institution.
• For Air Force Academy:
  • Qualification:
    • A degree from a recognized University, with Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level, OR
    • Bachelor of Engineering.

It’s important to note that candidates who prioritize the Army, Navy, or Air Force as their first choice need to provide proof of graduation or provisional certificates on the date of commencement of the SSB (Services Selection Board) Interview at the SSB.

UPSC CDS I 2024 Exam Fee Detail

Fee Payment:

• Fee Amount: Rs. 200/- (Rupees Two Hundred Only)
• Exempted Candidates: Female candidates and candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST) are exempt from paying the fee.

Payment Modes:

Candidates (except exempted categories) can pay the fee through the following modes:

1. Cash Payment:
   • Pay by cash at any branch of SBI by printing the system-generated Pay-in-slip during Part-II registration. Deposit the fee at the SBI counter on the next working day after generating the slip.
2. Online Payment:
   • Use Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card, UPI Payment, or internet banking facility of any bank.

Important Notes:

1. Last Date for Cash Payment: “Pay by Cash” option will be deactivated one day before the closing date. Applicants generating the Pay-in-slip before deactivation can pay at an SBI branch during banking hours on the closing date.
2. No Refund Policy: Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances or held in reserve for any other examination or selection.
3. Payment Validation: Applications submitted without the prescribed fee/mode (unless fee remission is claimed) will be rejected.
4. Fictitious Payment Cases: Candidates with payment details not received from the bank will be treated as fictitious payment cases. They’ll have to submit proof of fee payment within 10 days of notification by the Commission to revive their applications.
5. Exemption Clarification: Female candidates and SC/ST candidates are exempt from the fee. OBC candidates are required to pay the full prescribed fee.

This breakdown clarifies the fee amount, exempted categories, payment modes, and important instructions related to fee payment for candidates applying for UPSC CDA I Exam. Please refer UPSC CDA I 2024 exam notification for detailed information.