If you're ready to serve the nation, this is your chance!
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 📄 Application Start | 15 May 2024 |
| ⏳ Last Date to Apply (Part I & II) | 04 June 2024 |
| 🔁 Correction Window | 05 – 11 June 2024 |
| 📝 Exam Date | 01 September 2024 |
| 🎟️ Admit Card Available | 23 August 2024 |
| 📊 Result Available | 20 September 2024 |
| 🏁 Final Result | 12/04/2025 |
💸 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹200/- |
| SC / ST / Female | ₹0/- (Exempted) |
💳 Pay via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan.
🎯 Vacancy Details – Total: 459 Posts
| Post Name | Academy | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| IMA (Dehradun) | Indian Military Academy | 100 |
| INA (Ezhimala) | Indian Naval Academy | 32 |
| AFA (Hyderabad) | Air Force Academy | 32 |
| OTA (Chennai – Men & Women) | Officers Training Academy | 295 |
📚 Eligibility Criteria
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IMA & OTA – Bachelor's Degree in any discipline.
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Naval Academy – Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
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Air Force Academy – Bachelor's Degree with Physics & Math at 10+2 level.
🎂 Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025)
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Minimum Age: 20 Years
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Maximum Age: 24 Years
✅ Age relaxation as per UPSC rules. For academy-specific age ranges, check the full notification.
📝 How to Apply for UPSC CDS II 2024
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One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory. Register at https://upsconline.nic.in if you haven’t yet.
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Fill in the online application form from 15 May to 04 June 2024.
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Upload a recent photo (not older than 10 days) with your name and photo date printed on it.
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Upload all necessary documents: Signature, ID proof, Certificates, etc.
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Review your form carefully before final submission.
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Pay the application fee (if applicable).
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Take a printout of the submitted form for future use.
📌 Pro Tip:
Apply early to secure your preferred exam center—slots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
