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Shikha Goyal
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New Delhi, Updated on Mar 21, 2025 10:37 IST

The CDS 1 2025 admit card will be released soon on the official website at upsc.gov.in. The exam is scheduled to be conducted on April 13, 2025. Candidates will be able to download their admit cards by logging with the required credentials. Scroll down for latest live updates about CDS 1 2025 admit card.

UPSC CDS 1 2025 Admit Card Live Updates

UPSC CDS 1 2025 Admit Card Live Updates

CDS 1 2025 Admit Card Soon LIVE: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is expected to soon release the CDS 1 admit card 2025. The admit card download link will be activated on the official website at upsc.gov.in. Candidates will also be able to download their CDS 1 admit card 2025 by direct link that will be provided here once it is released. Candidates required their logging credentials to download their admit card. The authority will not send the CDS 1 admit card 2025 hard copy by post. The UPSC CDS admit card is an important document without which candidates will not be given entry to the examination hall. The CDS admit card contains details such as the candidate's name, roll number, date of birth, scanned photograph, signature, details regarding the exam centre, etc. The CDS 1 2025 exam is scheduled to be conducted on April 13, 2025. Scroll down for the CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 latest Live Updates.

Steps to Download CDS 1 Admit Card 2025

Candidates can check below the steps to download the CDS 1 admit card 2025:
  • Visit the official website; upsc.gov.in
  • Click on the UPSC CDS 1 2025 admit card link
  • Click on the tab 'Admit Card' tab available on the homepage.
  • On the next page, click on the link 'E-Admit Cards for various Examinations of UPSC'
  • A new page will be open. Click on the download link for CDS 1 admit card 2025
  • Click on the link 'Click here'
  • The important instructions will be displayed on the screen. Read the instructions carefully and candidates need to take the printout of the instructions
  • Choose either the registration number or roll number for the further procedure
  • Enter the registration number or roll number, date of birth, and verification text

Direct Link to Download CDS 1 2025 admit card: to be updated here

LIVE UPDATE

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UPSC CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 @upsc.gov.in LIVE Updates

  • 3:32 PM IST21 Mar 2025

    Is CDS 1 2025 admit card out?

    No, not yet. The authority is expected to release the CDS 1 2025 admit card soon. 

  • 10:37 AM IST21 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Admit Card Soon: Live

    The UPSC is expected to release the CDS 1 2025 admit card soon on the official website at upsc.gov.in. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!

  • 11:56 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Admit Card Live Updates: Exam Timings

    Paper Exam Timings 
    English  9.00 am to 11.00 am
    GK  12.00 pm to 2.00 pm
    Elementary Mathematics 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm
  • Q:   Will I get the CDS admit card by post?

    A:
    No, the CDS (Combined Defence Services) admit card is not sent by post. The admit card is available for download on the official website of the Union Public Service Commission UPSC which is the conducting authority for the CDS exam. Candidates who have successfully registered for the CDS exam can download their admit card by logging in to their account on the UPSC website using their registration ID and password. The admit card contains important details such as the candidate's name, roll number, exam date, time, and venue. It is mandatory to carry the CDS admit card to the exam center, along with a valid photo ID proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Passport. Candidates who fail to carry the admit card or the photo ID proof will not be allowed to appear for the exam. Therefore, it is important to download the CDS admit card from the official website and take a printout of it well in advance before the exam day. Make sure to check all the details mentioned on the admit card carefully and contact the UPSC in case of any discrepancies.

    Q:   What are the steps to download the CDS admit card?

    A:

    The CDS admit card is released online by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). To download the CDS admit card for the upcoming exam the candidates have to follow the steps given below:

    a) Go to the official website

     b) Click on the UPSC CDS admit card link

    c) Login into the registered account

    d) Click on the submit button

    e) The CDS admit card will appear on the screen

    f) Download the CDS admit card and save it for later use

    The CDS admit card comprises details like name of the examination, conducting authority, candidate's name, father's name, mother's name, exam date, shift timing, date of birth, and more. The candidates are advised to check every details in the admit card carefully before downloading it. If the candidates find any discrepancy in the admit card, report the discrepancy to the UPSC as soon as possible. 

     

    Q:   I am unable to download my CDS admit card. What should I do?

    A:

    If you are unable to download your CDS (Combined Defence Services) admit card, you should try the following steps:

    • Check the internet connection: Make sure that you have a stable and fast internet connection to download the admit card.
    • Check the details entered: Ensure that you have entered the correct registration ID and password while logging in to your account on the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
    • Clear your browser cache: Clear your browser cache and cookies and try downloading the admit card again.
    • Try a different browser: If you are still unable to download the admit card, try using a different browser to access the UPSC website.
    • Contact the UPSC: If you are still unable to download the admit card, you can contact the UPSC through their helpline numbers or email ID mentioned on their website.
    • Provide your registration ID and other details to get assistance. It is important to resolve the issue and download the admit card well before the exam day to avoid any last-minute issues or confusion.

    Note: Try the above steps and contact the UPSC for assistance if required.

    Q:   Will CDS admit card be needed after the exam is over?

    A:
    Yes, it is advisable to keep the CDS (Combined Defence Services) admit card safe even after the exam is over. The admit card is an important document that serves as proof of your candidature for the CDS exam. It contains essential details such as your name, roll number, exam date, time, and center. After the exam is over, the CDS admit card will be required for further stages of the recruitment process, such as document verification, SSB interview and final selection. Therefore, it is important to keep the admit card safe and secure until the entire recruitment process is completed. In case you have lost your original CDS admit card, you can download a duplicate copy from the official website of the Union Public Service Commission UPSC by logging in with your registration ID and password. In conclusion, the CDS admit card is an important document that should be preserved carefully even after the exam is over. It will be required for further stages of the recruitment process, and therefore, it is advisable to keep it safe and secure until the entire process is completed.

    Q:   How to correct Aadhaar Number in CDS admit card?

    A:
    If there is any error in CDS admit card, the candidates should immediately contact the concerned department/authority to make corrections in the admit card. The concerned department will guide the candidates to solve the issue. It is important to ensure that the Aadhaar number is correct on the CDS admit card as it is a crucial document required for the exam. Any discrepancies or errors in the Aadhaar number or other details can lead to issues during the exam and may even in result in disqualification.
  • 11:05 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: Admit Card Technical Instructions

    • Candidates should use the latest versions of Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox Browsers to download CDS 1 admit card 2025.
    • Candidates should not use mobile phones to download the CDS admit card. They should use Windows OS on the desktop computer.
    • Javascript should be enabled on the browser.
    • Candidates should clear the cache and cookies of their browser if they find any problem in downloading the CDS admit card.
    • If candidates are blocked by the server due to repetitive downloading, they should contact UPSC.
  • 10:10 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: Exam Date

    The CDS 1 2025 exam is scheduled to be conducted on April 13, 2025. 

  • 9:39 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: Geography Syllabus

    Candidates in Geography should cover Agriculture, Air Drainage, Earth: Core and Surface, Environment, Forest and Wildlife Resources, Globe: Latitudes and Longitudes, Human Resources, Human Settlement, India: Climate, Vegetation and Wildlife, India: Physical Features (Size and Location), Industries, International Trade, Land, Soil, Water, Natural Vegetation and Wildlife Resources, Landforms of the Earth, Life on the Earth (Deserts, Ocean, Jungles, Mountain, Antarctic), Lifelines of National Economy, Maps, Minerals, and Energy Resources, Natural Hazards and Disasters, Natural Vegetation and Wildlife, Physiography, Population (Distribution, Density & Growth), Primary, secondary, Tertiary & Quaternary Activities, Resource and Development, Solar System, Topographic and Weather, Transport & Communication, Tropical, and the Subtropical Region, Water Resources, etc.

  • 9:07 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    How many vacancies have been announced for CDS 1 exam 2025?

    UPSC announced the approximate CDS  1 Vacancies 2025 on December 11, 2024, along with the CDS 1 notification. UPSC released the 457 CDS 1 approximate Vacancy 2025 separately for IMA (Indian Military Academy), INA (Indian Naval Academy), AFA (Air Force Academy) & OTA (Officers Training Academy).

  • 8:13 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: Will admit card be sent by post?

    No, the CDS 1 admit card 2025 is not sent by post. The admit card is available for download on the official website of the Union Public Service Commission UPSC which is the conducting authority for the CDS exam. Candidates who have successfully registered for the CDS exam can download their admit card by logging in to their account on the UPSC website using their registration ID and password. 

  • 7:39 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 Live Updates: About Syllabus

    CDS Syllabus 2025 comprises topics from English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics. The standard of the CDS syllabus for Mathematics is of Class 10 standard, while for other subjects, it is of graduation level. Candidates can check the syllabus below.
    Subjects Topics

    English

    Antonyms, Sentence improvement, Comprehension, Synonyms, Spotting Errors, etc.

    General Knowledge

    Economics, Current Awareness, Defence, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, etc.

    Elementary Maths

    Arithmetic, Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, Mensuration, Statistics, etc.

  • 7:01 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    How to download CDS 1 admit card 2025?

    Step 1: Visit the official website-upsc.gov.in 

    Step 2: Go to the 'What's New Section and Click on the 'E-Admit Card CDS Exam 2025' link 

    Step 3: A new page will open with the download link 

    Step 4: Read all the instructions carefully before downloading the admit card 

    Step 5: After reading the instruction, click on the 'Yes' button to proceed towards downloading the admit card 

    Step 6: Enter the following details on the login page: 

    Registration Number and date of birth, Or 

    Roll Number and Date of Birth, Or 

    Name, Father’s Name, and Date of Birth 

    Step 7: After filling in the details, click on the ‘Submit’ tab 

    Step 8: CDS 2023 admit card appears on the screen 

    Step 9: Download the admit card and take its printout 

  • 6:11 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit card 2025 Live: Documents Required at Exam Centre

    Candidates required to carry the following documents while appearing for the exam:
     
    Photo-identity proof (Passport, Driving License, Voter ID, Aadhar card, College/School ID card)
    Printout of CDS admit card
    Three to four passport-sized photographs, etc.

  • 5:36 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit card 2025 Live Updates: What is the expected date?

    The CDS 1 2025 admit card will be released soon. The admit card will be released on the official website at upsc.gov.in. The direct link to download the admit card will also be provided on this page once it is released.

  • 5:10 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit card 2025 Live Updates: Required Login credentials

    The authority will release the CDS 1 2025 admit card online. Candidates are required to enter either the roll number or registration number to download the admit card for CDS 1 2025.

  • 4:36 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit card Live Updates: Official Website

    The CDS 1 2025 admit card will be released on the official website at upsc.gov.in. Candidates will be able to download their admit cards by logging in with the required credentials.

  • 4:08 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit card Live Updates: Details mentioned on Admit card

    It is expected that the admit card for the UPSC CDS 1 exam will include the below-mentioned information:
     
    • Candidate’s name
    • Roll number
    • Application number
    • Father’s name
    • Scanned images of photograph and signature
    • Test centre
    • Category
    • Date and time of exam
    • Exam day instructions, etc.
  • 3:39 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 Live: Discrepancies in Admit Card

    Candidates are advised to check their name, father’s name, category, date of birth, photograph, and signature, etc. printed on the admit card carefully. In case there are any discrepancies in the details, candidates should immediately contact the examination authority

  • 3:06 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    Is the CDS 1 2025 admit card important to carry at the examination hall?

     UPSC CDS 1 admit card 2025 is an important document without which candidates are not given entry to the examination hall. It is important for a candidate to carry an admit card to the examination hall. Without an admit card, the candidate will not be able to sit in the exam.

  • 2:23 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    When will the CDS 1 2025 admit card be released?

    The UPSC is expected to release soon the CDS 1 2025 admit card. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!

  • 1:10 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 Live Updates

    UPSC will soon release the CDS 1 admit card at upsc.gov.in. The candidates will be able to download their admit card by using their application number or roll number on the login page. The CDS 1 exam is scheduled to be conducted on April 13, 2025.

  • 12:35 PM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit Card 2025: Download Link Soon

    CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 will be released soon by the UPSC on the official website. Candidates will be able to download their CDS 1 Admit Card via visiting the official website. Candidates are required to log in to the official website with the required credentials.

  • 11:56 AM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS Admit Card 2025 Live: OTA Exam Pattern

    The OTA has a different exam pattern as compared to INA, IMA, and AFA. The exam pattern for CDS OTA has been given below for the candidates. The candidates must go through theexam pattern of UPSC CDS OTA to understand the exam better:

    • The OTA exam is taken for two subjects- English and General Ability Test 
    • The total time duration for the OTA exam is 4 hours (2 hours for each paper)
    • Total number of questions: 100 MCQs
    • Maximum marks in each subject are 100 marks 
    • The question will be available in English and Hindi
  • 11:28 AM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 Live Updates: CDS Exam Day Instructions

    A few exam day instructions for the CDS exam are mentioned below:

    • Without an admit card, candidates will not be allowed to enter the examination hall
    • Candidates must preserve their CDS admit card till the completion of the recruitment process
    • The entry gate will be closed 10 minutes before the exam
    • Electronic devices such as calculators, mobile phones, pages, etc. are not allowed inside the examination hall
    • Candidates will not be allowed to leave the examination centre until the completion of the test
    • Candidates need to maintain social distancing
    • Candidates need to wear masks
  • 10:58 AM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS Admit Card 2025 Live Updates: What is CDS Syllabus 2025?

    CDS Syllabus 2025 comprises topics from English, General Knowledge, and Elementary MathematicsThe standard of the CDS syllabus for Mathematics is of Class 10 standard, while for other subjects, it is of graduation level. Candidates can check the syllabus below.

    Subjects Topics

    English

    Antonyms, Sentence improvement, Comprehension, Synonyms, Spotting Errors, etc.

    General Knowledge

    Economics, Current Awareness, Defence, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, etc.

    Elementary Maths

    Arithmetic, Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, Mensuration, Statistics, etc.

  • 10:31 AM IST20 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 Releasing Date : Live Updates

    The admit card for the CDS 1 exam is expected to be released soon by the UPSC. UPSC CDS admit card is an important document without which candidates will not be given entry to the examination hall. CDS admit card contains details such as the candidate's name, roll number, date of birth, scanned photograph, signature, details regarding the exam centre, etc. 

  • 9:59 AM IST20 Mar 2025

    When will the CDS 1 2025 admit card be out?

    The authority has not announced the date of the release of the CDS 1 2025 admit card. It is expected to be released soon. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!

  • 11:56 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    UPSC CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 Live: Technical Instructions

    • Check below a few technical instructions related to the downloading of the CDS 1 admit card 2025:
    • Candidates should use the latest versions of Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox Browsers to download CDS admit card
    • Candidates should not use mobile phones for downloading the CDS 1 admit card. They should use Windows OS on the desktop computer
    • Javascript should be enabled on the browser
    • Candidates should clear the cache and cookies of their browser if they find any problem in downloading the CDS admit card 
    • If candidates are blocked by the server due to repetitive downloading, they should contact UPSC, etc.
  • 11:02 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 2025 LIVE: Topics to be revised in English

    As per the previous year's trends, check below the topics that are to be revised in the English subject for the upcoming CDS 1 2025 exam.
     
    • Synonyms
    • Antonyms
    • Active/Passive
    • Rearrangement of sentences.
    • Direct/In Direct
    • Common Errors
    • Idioms and Phrases
    • Spotting errors
    • Spelling check, etc
  • 10:16 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    Check CDS 1 2025 Exam Timings

    Paper Exam Timings 
    English  9.00 am to 11.00 am
    GK  12.00 pm to 2.00 pm
    Elementary Mathematics 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm
  • 9:46 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS Exam Pattern for IMA, INA, IFA: LIVE

    The candidates who are going to appear for the CDS exam for Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), and AFA (Air Force Academy) must know the exam pattern. The UPSC CDS exam pattern has been given below for the candidates:
     
    • The CDS exam for INA, IMA, and AFA is taken for three subjects - English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Maths 
    • The exam duration for each paper is  2 hours (120 minutes)
    • Each subject will have 100 MCQs 
    • The maximum mark in each subject is 100 marks 
    • The questions will be available in English and Hindi language 
  • 9:03 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: Grammar Syllabus

    • Spotting the errors
    • Cloze test
    • Sentence improvement
    • Direct and Indirect Speech
    • Active and passive voice
    • Transformation of sentences, etc.
  • 8:09 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: Preparation Tips

    • Candidates should do frequent revision of the topics.
    • Read Newspapers, magazines regularly.
    • Knowledge about the syllabus also plays a crucial role in the preparation.
    • Practice Previous Year Question Papers and do Mock tests.
    • Refer to study material or reference book while preparing for UPSC CDS exam. This will help you in having as thorough preparation of the subject.
    • Strategise your preparation
    • Revise current Affairs including history, geography, polity, etc. 
  • 7:37 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: Current Affairs Syllabus

    • National and International Events & News: Candidates need to stay updated about important events that are happening in India and around the world including  political events, governmental decisions, policies, significant diplomatic visits, international summits important global agreements, etc.
    • Sports Events: Awareness of major sporting events like Olympics, FIFA World Cup, ICC tournaments, and other international competitions.
    • Awards and Honours: Candidate should have knowledge about prestigious awards, including the Padma Awards, Nobel Prizes, Oscar Awards, and other notable recognitions in several fields.
    • Science and Technology Developments: Advancements in space technology, defense, medical science, information technology, etc.
  • 7:08 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: Economics Syllabus

    • Basic Economic Concepts like several terms including GDP, inflation, unemployment, poverty, role of money in the economy, etc.
    • Indian Economy section covers key facts about India’s economy, including agriculture, industrial growth, banking systems, and economic policies.
    • International Economic Organizations inlcuidng organizations like the World Bank, IMF, WTO, and their role in the global economy, etc.
  • 6:38 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: History Syllabus

    • Ancient History: Covering the topics like ancient civilizations such as the Indus Valley Civilization, the Vedic period, the Maurya and Gupta Empires, and the cultural and religious developments, etc.
    • Medieval India: The Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire, and significant events, rulers, and invasions (e.g., the invasions of Mahmud of Ghazni, Alauddin Khilji, Babur, etc.).
    • Modern India: British colonization, the First War of Indian Independence, the Indian National Movement, and the role of leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhas Chandra Bose, and others.
    • Post-Independence India: Crucial events post-1947, including the formation of Indian Constitution, Republic of India, and major developments in Indian politics and governance.
  • 6:05 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: Geography Syllabus

    Physical Geography: This section covers physical features of the Earth like mountains, rivers, oceans, and the atmosphere. Topics like climate, weather patterns, natural disasters, etc. are also plays a vital role.
     
    Indian Geography: This section covers India’s states, capitals, rivers, mountain ranges, regions, and climate zones.
     
    World Geography: Countries, their capitals, important landmarks, climate zones, and environmental issues like pollution and conservation are covered. Further, physical, social, and economic aspects of geography, including Indian geography and world geograph also covered.
  • 5:21 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: Language of Question Paper

    The language of CDS question paper is bilingual, i.e, English and Hindi. The question paper for the English subject is in the English Language, while the questions for General Knowledge and Elementary Mathematics subjects are available in both English and Hindi languages. Candidates can choose the language in which they want to attempt the question paper while filling their application form

  • 4:55 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    What are the details mentioned on the CDS Admit Card?

    Roll number

    Application number

    Candidate’s name

    Father’s name

    Scanned images of photograph

    Candidate’s signature

    Test centre

    Category

    Date and time of exam

    Reporting time

    Exam day instructions

    -

  • 2:33 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live: How many days before an admit card will be released?

    The CDS exam 2025 is scheduled to be held on April 13, 2025. Moreover, the commission is yet to confirm the date. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!

  • 12:27 PM IST19 Mar 2025

    Will I get the CDS 1 admit card 2025 by post?

    No, the CDS (Combined Defence Services) admit card is not sent by post. The admit card is available for download on the official website of the Union Public Service Commission UPSC which is the conducting authority for the CDS exam. 
  • 11:40 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 Soon: LIVE

    The admit card for the CDS 1 exam 2025 exam will be released on the official website. UPSC CDS admit card is an important document without which candidates are not given entry to the exam hall. CDS admit card comprises details such as the candidate's name, roll number, date of birth, scanned photograph, signature, details regarding the CDS exam centre, etc. The CDS exam is conducted by UPSC for the recruitment of Commissioned Officers in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. 

  • 11:08 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    UPSC CDS 1 2025 Admit Card Releases Anytime Soon!

    UPSC CDS 1 2025 admit card will be released anytime soon. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging with the required credentials.

  • 10:34 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 admit card soon

    The UPSC is expected to release the CDS 1 2025 admit card soon on the official website.

  • 10:08 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: Admit Card Download Link Soon

    CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 will be released by UPSC soon. Candidates will be able to download their CDS 1 Admit Card by visiting the official website. Candidates are required to log in to the official website with the required credentials.

  • 9:06 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    When will CDS 1 Exam 2025 be conducted?

    CDS 1 2025 exam will be conducted on April 13, 2025. Candidates who have applied for the CDS 1 exam will be able to download their admit card by logging into the official website. CDS 1 Admit card link will be provided in this article once it gets released by the UPSC.

  • 8:04 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS Admit Card 2025 Live Updates: What is UPSC CDS Exam?

    The Combined Defence Services Examination, commonly known as CDS, is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for the recruitment of Commissioned Officers in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. Every year, a large number of candidates appear for the national-level defence entrance examination.

  • 7:37 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 Live: CDS Exam Pattern for IMA, INA, IFA

    The candidates who are going to appear for the CDS exam for Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), and AFA (Air Force Academy) must know the exam pattern. The UPSC CDS exam pattern has been given below for the candidates:
     
    • The CDS exam for INA, IMA, and AFA is taken for three subjects - English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Maths 
    • The exam duration for each paper is  2 hours (120 minutes)
    • Each subject will have 100 MCQs 
    • The maximum mark in each subject is 100 marks 
    • The questions will be available in English and Hindi language 
  • 7:01 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 2025 Mathematics Books: Live Updates

    Name of Books Author/Publisher

    Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examination

    RS Aggarwal(S Chand Publication)

    Mathematics for CDS Examination

    RS Aggarwal(S Chand Publication)

    Quicker Mathematics

    M.Tyra

  • 6:33 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS Maths Topic-wise Weightage for Geometry

    • Lines and angles
    • Plane and plane figures
    • Properties of angles at a point
    • Sides and angles of a triangle
    • Congruence of triangles
    • Similar triangles
    • Concurrence of medians and altitudes
    • Properties of angles
    • Sides and diagonals of a parallelogram
    • Rectangle and square
    • Circles and its properties including tangents and normal and Loci
  • 5:51 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS Exam Day Guidelines 2025: Live Updates

    • UPSC CDS 1 admit card will be released by UPSC. Candidates should check the e-admit card carefully and bring discrepancies, if any, to the notice of UPSC immediately.
    • Candidates should mention their name, roll number, registration ID, name and year of exam while raising any issue with UPSC.
    • Candidates must bring their admit cards along with the original photo identity card. Candidates must preserve their admit cards till the declaration of final results.
    • Candidates must enter the exam hall at least 30 minutes before the scheduled commencement of the CDS exam. Entry to the examination venue closes 10 minutes prior to the scheduled commencement of the exam in each session.
    • Candidates should note that they will not be allowed to appear at any other venue except the venue mentioned in the e-admit card.
    • Mobile phones, calculators, or any electronic gadgets are not allowed inside the exam centre premises.
    • There is a penalty (negative marking) for wrong answers marked by a candidate in the objective-type question papers, etc.
  • 4:58 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS Shift Timing 2025: Live Updates

    Paper Exam Timings 
    English  9.00 am to 11.00 am
    GK  12.00 pm to 2.00 pm
    Elementary Mathematics 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm
  • 3:58 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    Elementary Mathematics Syllabus for CDS Algebra

    Basic Operations

    Simultaneous linear equations in two unknowns—analytical and graphical solutions

    Simple Factors

    Simultaneous linear inequalities in two variables and their solutions

    Remainder Theorem

    Practical problems leading to two simultaneous linear equations or inequalities in two variables or quadratic equations in one

    Theory of Polynomials

    Set Language and set notation

    HCF & LCM

    Relation between its roots and coefficients (Only real roots will be considered)

    Solutions of quadratic equations

    Variable & their solutions

    Law of Indices

    Rational Expressions and Conditional Identities

  • 3:10 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS 2025 Live Updates: Maths Syllabus for Number System

    Natural numbers

    Integers

    Rational and Real Number

    Additions

    Subtractions

    Multiplications

    Square Roots

    Decimal fractions

    Unitary method

    Time and Work

    Percentages

    Applications to simple and compound Interest

    Ratio and Proportion

    Variations

    Profit and Loss

    Time and distance

    Division

    Fundamental Operations

  • 2:24 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    CDS1 2025 Live: Check Marking Scheme

    Specifications  English  GK  Mathematics 
    Maximum marks 100 100 100
    Marks for the correct answer +1 mark for each correct option +1 mark for each correct option +1 mark for each correct option
    Negative marking -0.33 marks for each wrong answer -0.33 marks for each wrong answer -0.33 marks for each wrong answer
  • 1:31 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    Is there any admit card for CDS 1 2025 exam?

    The CDS 1 2025 exam admit card is expected to be released by the authority soon and can be downloaded from the official websites: upsc.gov.in.

  • 12:47 AM IST19 Mar 2025

    Is CDS 1 2025 admit card out?

    No, the authority has not yet released the CDS 1 2025 admit card. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!

  • 11:58 PM IST18 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 Live: Download Link

    CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 will be released by UPSC soon. Candidates will be able to download their CDS 1 Admit Card 2025 by visiting the official website at upsc.gov.in. Candidates are required to log in to the official website with the required credentials. 

  • 11:35 PM IST18 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Admit Card Details: LIVE

    The admit card for UPSC CDS 1 exam 2025 comprises the following details:

    Roll number

    Application number

    Candidate’s name

    Father’s name

    Scanned images of photograph

    Candidate’s signature

    Test centre

    Category

    Date and time of exam

    Reporting time

    Exam day instructions

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  • 10:54 PM IST18 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: CDS Syllabus

    Subjects Topics

    English

    Antonyms, Sentence improvement, Comprehension, Synonyms, Spotting Errors, etc.

    General Knowledge

    Economics, Current Awareness, Defence, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, etc.

    Elementary Maths

    Arithmetic, Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, Mensuration, Statistics, etc.

  • 10:34 PM IST18 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Live Updates: Negative Marking

    Yes, there is a negative marking scheme in the CDS exam. One-third of the marks assigned to a question are deducted for each incorrect answer. If a candidate leaves a question unanswered, there will be no negative marking for that question. It is important for candidates to be careful and avoid making wild guesses. 

  • 9:55 PM IST18 Mar 2025

    CDS 1 2025 Admit Card Live: Exam Day Instructions

    A few exam day instructions for the CDS exam are given below:
     
    • Without an admit card, candidates will not be allowed to enter the examination hall
    • Candidates must preserve their CDS admit card till the completion of the recruitment process
    • The entry gate will be closed 10 minutes before the exam
    • Electronic devices such as calculators, mobile phones, pages, etc. are not allowed inside the examination hall
    • Candidates will not be allowed to leave the examination centre until the completion of the test
    • Candidates need to maintain social distancing
    • Candidates need to wear masks

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