Exam Eligibility

Candidates meet SSAT eligibility criteria if they have cleared their Class 12 with passing marks. Aspirants should have completed their Class 12 with subjects such as Physics (P), Chemistry (C) and Mathematics (M)/ Biology (B).

Apart from this, candidates who possess a three years Diploma in any stream with minimum 50% aggregate marks also meet the eligibility criteria for SSAT 2024. Candidates who are in their final semester are also eligible to apply for SSAT 2024.

Note: Candidates who have studied Biology/ Arts/ Commerce as optional subjects are eligible to apply for air hostess/ cabin crew/ ground staff courses only. On the other hand, aspirants who possess a Diploma in Engineering/ Maths can apply for courses like BE /BTech/ AME/ CPL only.

The eligibility criteria for the ATMA (Association of Indian Management Schools) exam are as follows:

1. Citizenship: Candidates must be Indian nationals
2. Educational Qualification: Candidates should have completed their graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (general category) and 45% marks (reserved category). Final year students can also apply for the exam
3. Age Limit: There is no age limit for ATMA
4. Number of Attempts: Candidates can attempt the ATMA exam any number of times

Both working and non-working candidates can apply for the exam. The ATMA exam is conducted three to five times a year, and the scores of the latest exam attempted will be considered for admission.

To be eligible for the CDS exam, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

1. Age Limit: Candidates must be at least 19 years old when applying for the CDS exam. The age limit for female candidates is generally the same as for male candidates, ranging from 19 to 25 years
2. Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree from a UGC-recognized university. Final-year students who are expected to complete their degree before the commencement of the respective academy's training can also apply
3. Nationality: Candidates must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal, a subject of Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee permanently settled in India
4. Physical Standards: Candidates must meet the specific physical fitness requirements, including height, weight, visual acuity, and overall physical health. The physical requirements for each of the three wings (OTA, INA, AFA) are detailed in the official CDS notification
5. Marital Status: There are no specific restrictions based on marital status for most academies under CDS. Both unmarried and married candidates may be eligible, subject to meeting the other eligibility criteria
6. Attempts: There is no restriction on the number of CDS exam attempts for candidates who have completed their graduation

It is essential to check the official CDS notification for any specific variations in eligibility criteria and to ensure that candidates meet all the requirements mentioned by the official body.