I am 22 years old and Class 12 passed out. Which exam should I select: CDS or NDA?
Combined Defence Services (CDS) exam but not for the National Defence Academy (NDA) exam.
Eligibility:
NDA: It is also available for those who have successfully completed their Class 12 education. However, in this case, you would not be eligible because the age limit for NDA ranges between 16.5 to 19
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