UPSC CDS I 2027 Notification
The UPSC CDS I 2027 notification has not been released yet. The Union Public Service Commission usually issues the CDS I notice around December for a written examination typically held in April. This page will be updated the moment the official PDF is out on upsc.gov.in.
Applications are invited only online at upsconline.nic.in. Do not rely on any unofficial source.
⚠️ Missing: official notification PDF, release date, application window, total posts.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Vacancy
The UPSC CDS I 2027 vacancy is To be announced. Vacancies are released with the official notification and split across the five training courses — IMA Dehradun, INA Ezhimala, AFA Hyderabad, OTA Chennai (Men) and OTA Chennai (Women).
The number of vacancies is tentative and may be revised by UPSC. ⚠️ Missing: course-wise vacancy table.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Eligibility Criteria
The UPSC CDS I 2027 eligibility criteria follow the standard CDS pattern. Exact age bands, the as-on date and any cycle changes will be confirmed by the official notice.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Educational Qualification
Candidates must be graduates. For IMA and OTA any degree works except for specific technical streams. INA requires Engineering or B.Sc. Physics. AFA requires Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or BE/B.Tech. AFA candidates can also apply with a Commercial Pilot Licence. ⚠️ Missing: final-year rule wording for this cycle.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Age Limit
Age bands are To be announced — they are fixed per cycle with the as-on date. Please check back after the notification. ⚠️ Missing: age bands, as-on date, relaxation table.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Nationality
Candidates must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with intent to settle permanently.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Exam Pattern
The UPSC CDS I 2027 exam pattern follows the usual CDS scheme: one written exam followed by the SSB interview. IMA, INA and AFA candidates write three papers; OTA candidates write two. The official notice is the final authority for this cycle.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
| General Knowledge | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Elementary Mathematics | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
OTA: Only English and General Knowledge. Negative marking: one-third of the marks of a question are deducted for each wrong answer.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Syllabus
The UPSC CDS I 2027 syllabus draws from Class 10 and 12 level subjects, set by UPSC.
English
Comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, sentence correction, synonyms and antonyms.
General Knowledge
Current affairs, general science, Indian history, geography, polity, economy and defence-related topics.
Elementary Mathematics
Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, mensuration and statistics (Class 10 level).
UPSC CDS I 2027 Selection Process
The UPSC CDS I 2027 selection process happens in two stages, as per the standard CDS scheme.
| Stage | Process |
|---|---|
| 1 | UPSC CDS Written Examination (date To be announced) |
| 2 | SSB Interview for shortlisted candidates |
Final selection depends on written marks, SSB performance, medical fitness and merit. ⚠️ Missing: SSB interview window.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Posts
The UPSC CDS I 2027 recruits officer trainees for five courses. Course-wise vacancies are To be announced.
| Academy / Course | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| IMA Dehradun | To be announced |
| INA Ezhimala | To be announced |
| AFA Hyderabad | To be announced |
| OTA Chennai (Men) | To be announced |
| OTA Chennai (Women) | To be announced |
⚠️ Missing: official vacancy numbers.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Salary & Pay Scale
Selected candidates train as officers and draw a stipend during training, then receive a regular officer salary on commissioning. Figures follow the current defence pay structure.
| Stage | Pay |
|---|---|
| During training | Stipend ₹56,100 per month |
| On commissioning | Level-10: ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 + MSP ₹15,500 + allowances |
Actual in-hand pay depends on the service, posting and deductions.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Admit Card
The UPSC CDS I 2027 admit card has not been released yet. It is made available on upsconline.nic.in a few weeks before the exam, downloadable with the registration id and date of birth. Check back here for the release date. ⚠️ Missing: admit-card release date.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Answer Key
The UPSC CDS I 2027 answer key has not been released yet. UPSC publishes it on upsconline.nic.in after the written exam so candidates can estimate marks before the result.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Result
The UPSC CDS I 2027 written result will be released on upsconline.nic.in after evaluation of the written exam, followed by the list of SSB shortlists. Dates are To be announced. ⚠️ Missing: result date.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Cut Off
The UPSC CDS I 2027 cut off will be released with the written result. It depends on the number of vacancies and the performance of candidates. Previous-cycle cut offs, if added, will be labelled reference-only. ⚠️ Missing: previous-year cut off table.
UPSC CDS I 2027 Exam Centres
The written examination is held at UPSC-designated centres across India. The final centre is mentioned on the admit card and cannot be changed by candidates. ⚠️ Missing: official centre list if any.
FAQs — UPSC CDS I
Q. What is UPSC CDS I 2027?
UPSC CDS I 2027 is the first-cycle Combined Defence Services examination by UPSC for admission to IMA, INA, AFA and OTA courses. The notification is expected around December 2026.
Q. What is the qualification for UPSC CDS I 2027?
Candidates must be graduates. For IMA/OTA any degree works, INA needs Engineering or B.Sc. Physics, and AFA needs Physics and Maths at 10+2 or BE (or a Commercial Pilot Licence).
Q. What is the UPSC CDS I 2027 exam pattern?
As per the standard CDS pattern, IMA/INA/AFA candidates write English, General Knowledge and Elementary Mathematics; OTA candidates write English and General Knowledge only.
Q. What is the UPSC CDS I 2027 application fee?
Rs. 200 for General/OBC/EWS; no fee for Female, SC and ST candidates. Confirm this from the official notice when released.
Q. What is the UPSC CDS I 2027 selection process?
The written examination is followed by the SSB interview. Final selection depends on written marks, SSB performance, medical fitness and merit.
Q. What is the salary after UPSC CDS selection?
During training the stipend is Rs. 56,100 per month; on commissioning, officers draw Level-10 pay (Rs. 56,100 to 1,77,500) plus MSP of Rs. 15,500 and allowances.
Q. Has the UPSC CDS I 2027 notification or exam date been released?
Not yet. The official notification for CDS I is expected around December 2026, with the written exam typically held in April. All exact dates will be updated here.
Q. Has the UPSC CDS I 2027 admit card been released?
No. The admit card and answer key are released only after the application window and written exam respectively. Check back here for updates.
Q. When will the UPSC CDS I 2027 result and cut off be announced?
No. The result and cut off are released together after evaluation of the written exam. Dates are To be announced.
Q. Can final-year students apply for UPSC CDS I 2027?
Final-year students are usually allowed to apply per the academy rule in the official notice. The exact wording for this cycle will be added when the notification is out.