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For CDS (Combined Defence Services) exams, the eligibility criteria regarding age depend on the specific course you are applying for. Here’s a breakdown based on your date of birth (08-05-2001) and the requirements for CDS 2 2025:

For 2025 cds 2;-

1. Indian Military Academy (IMA) :

   • Age: 19 to 24 years on 1st July of the year of examination.
   • For CDS 2 2025, the exam will be held in September 2025. The candidate must be born between 2nd July 2001 and 1st July 2006 (both dates inclusive).
   • Since you were born on 08-05-2001, you fall within the eligible age range for IMA, so you can apply for IMA .

2. Indian Naval Academy (INA) :

   • Age: 19 to 22 years on 1st January of the year of examination.
   • For CDS 2 2025, you must be born between 2nd January 2003 and 1st January 2006 (both dates inclusive).
   • Since your birthdate (08-05-2001) is outside this range, you cannot apply for INA in CDS 2 2025.

3. Air Force Academy (AFA) :

   • Age: 20 to 24 years on 1st July of the year of examination.
   • For CDS 2 2025, you must be born between 2nd July 2001 and 1st July 2005 (both dates inclusive).
   • Since you were born on 08-05-2001, you can apply for AFA .

4. Officers Training Academy (OTA) :

   • Age: 19 to 25 years on 1st January of the year of examination.
   • For CDS 2 2025, you must be born between 2nd January 2000 and 1st January 2006 (both dates inclusive).
   • Since you are 24 years old and your birthdate is 08-05-2001, you can apply for OTA .

You can attempt CDS 2 2025 for the Indian Military Academy (IMA) , Air Force Academy (AFA) , and Officers Training Academy (OTA) . However, you are not eligible for the Indian Naval Academy (INA) .

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hello,

yes, a distance degree from Swami Vivekanand University(SVU) is valid for UPSC CDS (IMA/OTA) if it is UGC and DEB approved. ensure that the university and its distance courses are recognized at the time of admission to avoid issues in SSB verification. always check the UGC website for the latest approval status before applying.

Hello,

Clearing the UGC-NET (Law) exam requires a well-planned strategy. Here’s a simple guide to help you prepare:

• Understand the Exam: Two papers – Paper 1 (General Aptitude) & Paper 2 (Law), no negative marking.

• Know the Syllabus: Focus on Jurisprudence, Constitutional Law, IPC, CrPC, Contracts, etc.

• Study Material: Use Trueman’s for Paper 1, S.K. Kapoor & Avtar Singh for Paper 2.

• Practice & Revision: Solve previous papers, take mock tests, make short notes.

• Daily Routine: Study 4-5 hours, revise weekly, stay updated with legal developments.

Hope it helps !

For a cost-effective BA program in Hyderabad while preparing for NDA/CDS, consider government colleges offering BA programs and supplementing your preparation with coaching from reputable NDA/CDS institutes.

Here's a breakdown to help you choose:

1. BA Colleges in Hyderabad (Government vs. Private):

Government Colleges:

Pros: Lower fees, potentially better academic rigor.

Cons: May have limited course options or placements.

Examples: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Osmania University.

Private Colleges:

Pros: Wider course options, potentially better infrastructure and placement opportunities.

Cons: Higher fees.

Examples: Sreenidhi Institute of Science & Technology, Swami Vivekananda Degree & PG College.

2. NDA/CDS Coaching Institutes in Hyderabad:

Reputable Institutes:

Hyderabad Defence Academy: Offers NDA and CDS coaching, along with intermediate education.

Sri Netaji Study Circle: A popular institute for NDA coaching.

Impact Academy Of Human Excellence: Another well-regarded institute for NDA preparation.

Dice Academy: Known for its coaching for NDA and CDS.

Yuvatarang Defence Academy & Junior College: Offers NDA and CDS coaching.

Consider these factors when choosing a coaching institute:

Faculty: Experienced and qualified teachers.

Infrastructure: Study materials, library, and other facilities.

Fees: Compare the cost of different institutes.

Location: Choose a location that is convenient for you.

3. Balancing BA Studies with NDA/CDS Preparation:

Time Management:

Effective time management is crucial to balance studies and coaching.

Study Groups:

Form study groups with fellow aspirants to share resources and motivate each other.

Online Resources:

Utilize online platforms for additional study materials and practice tests.

Physical Training:

Don't neglect physical fitness, which is a crucial part of the NDA/CDS selection process.

4. Important Notes:

• NDA/CDS Exams:

The NDA exam is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) twice a year. The CDS exam is also conducted by the UPSC, and the selection process includes a written test and an interview conducted by the Service Selection Board (SSB).

Eligibility:

Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for both NDA and CDS, including age, educational qualifications, and physical standards.

Multiple Attempts:

You can appear for both NDA and CDS exams in different years, maximizing your chances of joining the armed forces.

BA Courses:

The National Defence Academy (NDA) offers Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degrees with various specializations.

Hello Prince,

To prepare well for SSC CGL Exam, the most essential step is to understand syllabus. Which has following four parts:

1. General Intelligence and reasoning

2. Quantitative Aptitude

3. English

4. General Awareness

Then go through at least last 5 years PYQs. From that you will get to know the main areas of focus and the areas which has been given high weightage in exam from each part.

Based on this divide each part of syllabus into subtopic. And prepare each topic thoroughly through your base sources. Have command over your basics from these sources.

I would like to share some of the resources you may refer to for your preparation

1. For English: Neetu Singh Mam's book

2. For Quantitative aptitude: Aditya Rajan Sir's Videos on YouTube

3. For General Awareness:  Lucent's GK + Parcham Classes's Videos on YouTube.

Along with this you need to practice PYQs and give various mock tests to increase your efficiency. You may take a help of various platforms available online for practicing mock tests. Only practicing mock tests is not enough you need to analyze your performance in each mock test.

I hope this answers your query and will definitely help you in your preparation

Hello,

If you are an Army cadet in NDA, you cannot pursue a BTech degree .

Only Air Force and Navy cadets at NDA have the option to pursue a BTech degree. Army cadets complete a BA or BSc degree during their training.

Hope it helps !

NDA is conducted two times in a year and consists of two stages, written exam followed by SSB interview for selection into any one of the three armed forces.

As for the age limit prescribed by NDA i.e between 16.5 years and 19.5 years and your date of birth, you are eligible for both the NDA sessions of April 13, 2025 and September 14 2025 as your age being less than 19.5 years .

The NDA (National Defense Academy) exam has an age limit of 16.5 to 19.5 years at the time of joining. Since you were born on June 3, 2007, let's calculate your attempts:

Upcoming NDA Attempts for You

1.    NDA 1, 2025 (April) → Eligible (You will be 17 years old)

2.    NDA 2, 2025 (September) → Eligible

3.    NDA 1, 2026 (April) → Eligible

4.    NDA 2, 2026 (September) → Eligible

5.    NDA 1, 2027 (April) → Eligible

6.    NDA 2, 2027 (September) → Last Attempt (You will be 20 in June 2027, but eligibility is checked on July 1, 2027, so you are still eligible.)

Total Attempts: 6

You have six attempts for NDA, starting from NDA 1, 2025, until NDA 2, 2027. Make sure to prepare well!

As of March 17, 2025, the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has not yet released the official notification for the Apprentice Development Officer (ADO) recruitment 2025. The selection process typically involves four stages: Preliminary examination, Mains examination, Interview, and Medical Test.

https://competition.careers360.com/articles/lic-ado-2025

Hello Preeti,

The age limit for SBI Clerk and IBPS Clerk 2025 is usually 20 to 28 years , with age relaxation for reserved categories.

Since you were born on October 5, 1996 , you will be 29 years old in 2025. This means you will not be eligible for these exams under the general category. However, if you belong to a reserved category (like OBC, SC, ST, etc.), you may get age relaxation.

Hope it helps !