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Combined Defence Services Examination

CDS · Union Public Service Commission · Graduate

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Verified 01 Oct 2026

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Overview 2027 2026

Active cycle

CDS 2027

Planned

Open 2027

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Conducting Authority Union Public Service Commission

Level Entrance

Qualification Graduate

Official Website upsc.gov.in

About Combined Defence Services Examination

The Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission for admission to specified defence academies and officer-training pathways of the Indian Armed Forces. The examination is conducted in separate sessions during the year, commonly designated CDS (I) and CDS (II).

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What is Combined Defence Services Examination?

Combined Defence Services Examination is conducted by Union Public Service Commission. BodhDisha tracks its key dates, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and official links so you can plan ahead.

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Last verified: 01 October 2026

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