The Combined Defence Services (CDS) exam is a prestigious officer entry exam conducted by UPSC twice a year for recruitment into the IMA, INA, AFA and Officers Training Academy (OTA). It is a national-level competitive exam for graduates who wish to join the armed forces as commissioned officers. Applications open in December and May, with exams in April and September. LMFDA Dehradun, a leading Defence Coaching Institute, offers comprehensive CDS exam preparation, including written coaching and SSB Interview training.
Officer posts in the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force are open to unmarried graduates through the UPSC CDS exam. Any graduate student meeting age and qualification criteria can apply. The CDS selection process includes two stages: a written exam followed by the SSB Interview. LMFDA Dehradun offers expert CDS coaching to guide students through both phases.
| Indian Military Academy | 19–24 years |
| Air Force Academy | 20–24 years |
| Indian Naval Academy | 19–24 years |
| Officers Training Academy | 19–25 years |
| For I.M.A. and Officers’ Training Academy | Degree from a recognized University or equivalent |
| For Indian Naval Academy | Degree in Engineering from a recognized University or equivalent |
| For Air Force Academy | Degree of a recognized University (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology |
LMFDA Dehradun provides expert CDS coaching and SSB interview training to guide candidates through each stage successfully.
Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA) and Officers Training Academy (OTA).
LMFDA Dehradun provides specialized CDS coaching based on the specific syllabus and pattern for each Academy.
CDSE Coaching at LMFDA Dehradun is typically a 6-month program, designed for college students and graduates who aspire to join the Indian Armed Forces as Commissioned Officers. Aspirants can start CDS exam preparation during their undergraduate studies or after graduation, as eligibility extends up to age 24-25, depending on the academy (IMA, INA, AFA or OTA).
LMFDA offers both 6-month and 1-year unlimited coaching programs. Students enrolled in the unlimited plan can continue with coaching, revision, doubt sessions and test series until they clear the UPSC CDS exam.
Classes are held Monday to Friday, with mock tests on Saturdays. The final 45 days before the exam are dedicated entirely to full-length test series and intensive revision, ensuring students are fully prepared for both the written exam and SSB Interview.
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| Duration | Fee |
| Unlimited (Till Selections) | ₹ 61,000.00 |
| 6 Months | ₹ 41,000.00 |
