To serve the nation in a uniform is the highest feeling of pride and honour for any citizen. It is the long cherished dream of most of the youths of our country. Indian Armed Forces provides various opportunities to these young and courageous men and women to serve the nation. One can be the part of this reputed organization even if he or she has completed Graduation in any stream.
In this blog we will talk about various entries provided by Indian Armed Forces after Graduation for commissioned ranks.
Combined Defence Services Examination
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Combined Defence Services Examination is one of the most famous entries to make career in the prestigious Indian Armed Forces. It is conducted to select candidates for all the three wings i.e. Army/Air Force/ Navy. This entry grants permanent commission and most of the youngsters like to join IMA/AFA/NA due to its long tradition of bravery and camaraderie.
| Age | 19 to 25 Years |
| Educational Qualification | · For IMA/AFA/OTA-Graduation passed or appearing in any stream
· For NA-B.E/B.Tech Passed or appearing |
| Selection Procedure | Written Examination and SSB Interview |
| CDS-I | CDS-II | |
| Availability of Form | Nov/Dec | July/Aug |
| Exam Fees | 200 | 200 |
| Exam Date | Feb | Nov |
| Announcement of result | Apr/May | Jan/Feb |
| SSB Interview | July to Nov | Mar to Jul |
| Commencement of training | IMA/AFA/NA-Jan
OTA-April |
IMA/AFA/NA-Jul
OTA-Oct |
| Duration of Training | IMA/AFA/NA-18 Months
OTA-11 Months |
IMA/AFA/NA-18 Months
OTA-11 Months |
| Training Academy | IMA/AFA/INA/OTA | IMA/AFA/INA/OTA |
SELECTION PROCEDURE-
- Written Examination Conducted by Union Public Service Commission
- SSB Interview conducted by Service Selection Boards of Army/Air Force/Navy.
SCHEME OF EXAMINATION
- FOR-IMA/AFA/NA
| PAPER | SUBJECT | QUE | MARKS | TIME | MKS/Q | NEG.MRKS |
| Paper-I | Maths | 100 | 100 | 2 Hrs | 1 marks | 0.33 marks |
| Paper-II | English | 120 | 100 | 2 Hrs | 0.83 marks | 0.27 marks |
| Paper-III | GK | 120 | 100 | 2 Hrs | 0.83 marks | 0.27 marks |
- FOR-OTA
| PAPER | SUBJECT | Q. | MARKS | TIME | MKS/Q | NEG.MRKS |
| Paper-I | English | 120 | 100 | 2 Hrs | 0.83 marks | 0.27 marks |
| Paper-II | GK | 120 | 100 | 2 Hrs | 0.83 marks | 0.27 marks |
Sectional cut off
It is mandatory to secure 20% marks in each paper.
Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT)
Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) Examination is another way of joining IAF which is conducted by IAF twice in a year. A graduate or post graduate student can apply for this. This exam is conducted for various branches of IAF.
| Age | 20 to 26 Years |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation with 60% or PG with 50% |
| Selection Procedure | Written Exam & SSB Interview |
| AFCAT-I | AFCAT-II | |
| Availability of Form | Dec/Jan | Jun/Jul |
| Exam Fees | 250 | 250 |
| Exam Date | Feb | Sep |
| Announcement of result | Mar/Apr | Oct/Nov |
| SSB Interview | May to Oct | Dec to Apr |
| Commencement of training | Jan | Jul |
| Duration of Training | 18 Months | 18 Months |
| Training Academy | Air Force Academy | Air Force Academy |
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