Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Combined Defence Services (CDS) exam structure, eligibility requirements, rules, and timelines.
For IMA, INA, and AFA, the CDS exam consists of three papers: English (120 questions, 120 mins), General Knowledge (120 questions, 120 mins), and Elementary Mathematics (100 questions, 120 mins). For OTA (Officers Training Academy), candidates only take the English and General Knowledge papers.
Yes, there is negative marking in the CDS exam. One-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted as penalty for each wrong answer.
The CDS syllabus comprises English Language (vocabulary, grammar, comprehension), General Knowledge (current affairs, science, history, geography), and Elementary Mathematics (arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry).
The CDS exam is highly competitive and has a hard difficulty level. Regular practice of elementary math and general knowledge is essential for clearing the cut-offs.
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