UPSC CDS 2022 Check details of 341 vacancies in IMA OTA INA AFA

UPSC CDS 1 2022 Vacancies Details: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will be conducting the Combined Defence Services (1), 2022 Written Exam on 10th April 2022 for admission of 341 vacancies in the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) (both Men & Women). UPSC CDS 1 Admit Card 2022 is available for download from 14th March 2022 to 10th April 2022. UPSC CDS 2022 Online Registration ended on 11th January 2022 at 6 pm. In this article, we have shared details of the 341 vacancies in the UPSC CDS 1 2022 in the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, Officers’ Training Academy (both Men & Women).

UPSC CDS 1 2022 Important Dates

UPSC CDS (1) 2022: Exam Date, Syllabus, Eligibility, Salary, Cut Off, Vacancy, Selection Process

UPSC CDS 1 2022 Vacancies

UPSC CDS 1 2022 Institution-wise Vacancies Details

Indian Military Academy, Dehradun

Course: 154th (DE) commencing in January 2023 [including 13 vacancies reserved for NCC `C’ Certificate (Army Wing) holders] 

In UPSC CDS (1) 2022, there are a total of 100 vacancies in the India Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun. The IMA, Dehradun, Uttarakhand was established in 1932 to train officers for the Indian Army. There are four ways to get into the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun. In the final year of Graduation, one needs to qualify in the Combined Defence Services Exam and SSB Tests followed by Medical Tests. The other ways of entry into IMA are 10+2 Tech Entry where one can apply after passing class 12th exams and the University Entry scheme is where one can apply for Army in their Pre-Final/Final year of Engineering. Those who have obtained BE/B.Tech degree can also join the IMA in the Technical Graduation Course.

Training: At the Indian Military Academy Army Cadets, known as Gentlemen Cadets, are given strenuous Military training for a period of 18 months to turn them into officers capable of leading infantry subunits. On successful completion of training, Gentlemen Cadets are granted Permanent Commission in the rank of Lt. subject to being medically fit, in S.H.A.P.E.

Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala

Course: Executive Branch (General Service)/Hydro [including 03 vacancies for NCC ‘C’ Certificate (Naval Wing through NCC Special Entry) holders] commencing in January 2023

In UPSC CDS (1) 2022, there are a total of 22 vacancies in the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala. The INA, Ezhimala, Kerala was established in January 2009 to impart training to all officer entrants of the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard. Candidates selected for training at the Indian Naval Academy will be appointed as Cadets under the Graduate Cadet Special Entry Scheme (GSES) Course. The cadets are selected after they qualify in the Combined Defence Service Examination followed by SSB Interview and Medical Exam. In 2021, 3 vacancies are for NCC ‘C’ Certificate (Naval Wing through NCC Special Entry) holders. An NCC Cadet must have served for not less than three academic years in the Senior Division, Naval Wing of the National Cadet Corps, and must be in possession of Certificate "C" (Naval).

Training: Candidates selected for training at INA will be appointed as Cadets under the Graduate Cadet Special Entry Scheme (GSES) Course. Candidates, finally selected for training at the Academy will be appointed as cadets in the Executive Branch of the Navy. The cadets shall be commissioned in the rank of Sub-Lieutenant after successful completion of approximately 18 months of training. The Cadets will remain under probation till completion of initial training which will be conducted as follows: Naval Orientation Course at INA, Ezhimala (44 weeks), Officers Sea Training at Training Ship (6 months), Sub-Lieutenant Afloat training (6 months), Sub-Lieutenant - Technical course (33 weeks), and Full Naval watch-keeping Certificate (6-9 months).

Air Force Academy, Hyderabad

Course: (Pre-Flying) Training Course i.e. No. 213 F(P) Course [including 03 vacancies are reserved for NCC `C’ Certificate (Air Wing) holders through NCC Special Entry] commencing in January 2023

In UPSC CDS (1) 2022, there are a total of 32 vacancies in the Air Force Academy, Hyderabad. The AFA, Hyderabad was established in 1967 to train pilots, ground duty, and technical officers of the Indian Air Force. There are three ways of entry into the F(P) course viz. CDSE, or NCC Special Entry, or AFCAT. Candidates who apply for Air Force through more than one source will undergo tests or interview at Air Force Selection Boards (AFSBs) as per the mode of entry. Candidates recommended by AFSBs who are found medically fit are selected for training based on merit and availability of vacancies. A separate merit list is prepared for Direct Entry Flying (Pilot) candidates based on the combined marks obtained in the tests.

Training: The Air Force Academy will conduct training for Flying Branch (Pilots) for approximately 74 weeks. After successful completion of training, the candidates are commissioned in the rank of Flying Officer and will be entitled to the pay and allowances of the rank. Time scale promotions to the rank of Flight Lieutenant, Squadron Leader, Wing Commander, and Group Captain are granted on completion of 2 years, 6 years, 13 years, and 26 years of successful service respectively. Grant of Group Captain (select) and higher ranks is only by selections. Officers have a fair chance of getting higher promotions to air ranks—Air Commodore, Air Vice Marshal, and Air Marshal.

Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai (Madras) – Both Men & Women

Course: 117th SSC (Men) (Non-Tech) (UPSC) Course commencing in April 2023 & 31st SSC Women (Non-Tech) (UPSC) Course commencing in April 2023

In UPSC CDS (1) 2022, there are a total of 170 vacancies in the 117th SSC (Men) (NT) (UPSC) Course and 17 vacancies in the 31st SSC Women (NT) (UPSC) Course at the Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai (Madras). The OTA, Chennai was established in 1963 as Officers Training Schools (OTS). The OTS was renamed the Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) in 1988. The induction of women in officer cadre was undertaken in 1992. Short Service Commission (SSC) will be granted to Male and Female candidates in the Regular Army for 14 years i.e. for an initial period of 10 years extendable by a further period of 4 years. An officer will be on probation for a period of 6 months from the date he/she receives his/her commission.

Training: Candidates finally selected will undergo a course of training at the Officers’ Training Academy, for an approximate period of 49 weeks. Candidates will be enrolled as Gentlemen/Lady Cadets. An officer will be on probation for a period of 6 months from the date he/she receives his/her commission. Gentlemen/Lady Cadets. On successful completion of training Gentleman/Lady Cadets are granted Short Service Commission in the rank of Lt. From the date of successful completion of training. The University of Madras will award "Post Graduate Diploma in Defence Management and Strategic Studies" to all cadets who successfully complete Pre-commissioning training at Officers Training Academy, Chennai. Short Service Commission will be granted to Males and Females in the Regular Army for 14 years i.e. for an initial period of 10 years extendable by a further period of 4 years.

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