Can I apply for CDS exam if I have not qualified for the CDS exam first time?
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The candidates can take the CDS exam even if they have not qualified for the CDS exam in the first attempt though the candidates have to fulfil the eligibility criteria to take the exam. The eligibility criteria for the CDS exam has been given below for the candidates:
a) The candidates must be a graduate to take the CDS exam
b) The candidates must fulfil the age criteria to take the exam. However, the age limit is decided by the UPSC and it changes every year. The candidates must go through the CDS notification to know the age limit for the CDS exam.
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- High School English Grammar & Composition Edition by Wren and Martin
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- English Grammar & Composition by S.C Gupta
The authority released a total of 453 vacancies for the CDS 2 exam 2025 for admission to the Indian Air Force, Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, and Officers’ Training Academy for courses.
It is recommended to the candidates to reach the CDS exam centre at least one hour prior to the reporting time. The CDS exam centre allotment is done on a first-apply-first-allot basis.
Yes, the English section of the CDS exam is scorable if it is prepared properly. Usually the difficulty level of the exam is moderate.
Candidates can check the cut off marks for the CDS exam by visiting the official website at upsc.gov.in. The UPSC will release the cutoff according to the academy or course.
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