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CDS Syllabus 2027
Combined Defence Services
UPSC (Union Public Service Commission)Offline (OMR)Twice a year
Total Questions300
Duration360 min
Total Marks300
Marking Scheme+1 for correct, -0.33 for incorrect
Exam Pattern
| # | Subject / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | English | 100 | 100 |
| 2 | General Knowledge | 100 | 100 |
| 3 | Mathematics | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 300 | 300 | |
Syllabus by Subject
E
English
Key topics covered as per the official CDS syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for English.
View English Syllabus →G
General Knowledge
Key topics covered as per the official CDS syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for General Knowledge.
View General Knowledge Syllabus →M
Mathematics
Key topics covered as per the official CDS syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Mathematics.
View Mathematics Syllabus →Eligibility & Attempts
EEligibility Criteria
Graduate degree; age 19–25 years (IMA/AFA), 19–22 years (INA)
ANumber of Attempts
No restriction within age limit
Exam Schedule
Frequency
Twice a year
Next Exam Date
February 2027
Registration Opens
November 2026
Preparation Tips
- 1Prepare English grammar — fill-in-the-blanks, sentence correction, and comprehension are high-scoring areas
- 2Study current affairs with a focus on defence news, international relations, and Indian history for GK
- 3Practise elementary mathematics — HCF/LCM, percentages, mensuration, and trigonometry are frequently tested
- 4Solve previous 8 years CDS papers to identify recurring question patterns in each section
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