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what is the difference beteween NDA and CDS exam?


Aby Alex 26th Nov, 2020
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chinchujoseph1993 26th Nov, 2020

Hello,

Hope you are doing good.


The National Defence Academy (NDA) and the Combined Defence Services (CDS), both are exams conducted by the UPSC to join The Triservice in India.

Below I have mentioned some differences between both the exams:


Parameter

NDA

CDS

Age

16.5-19.5 Years

19-25 Years

Gender

Male

Male and Female

Educational Qualification

10+2

Degree

Duration of Training

4-4.5 Years

18 months for IMA Cadets

37-40 months for Navy Officers

74 months for Air Force Officers



Hope this helps

Good Luck



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