UPSC releases Scorecard of Non-Qualified Candidates for CDS (I) 2023 | PW

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has published the scores of over 1300 non-qualified candidates who appeared for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination –(I), 2022. The UPSC officials released the scorecard containing the list of marks of non-qualified candidates on the official website of UPSC- upsc.gov.in.

Details of Disclosure Scheme - The Disclosure Scheme is sharing the scores and other details of the non-qualified willing candidates who appeared in the final stage of the Examination (SSB Interview). The scores of the non-qualified candidates who opted for disclosure of their details under this Disclosure Scheme are available in Annexure-I (Scores out of total 600 Marks) for IMA, INA & AFA courses, and non-qualified candidates of OTA (Scores out of total 400 Marks).

How to Check He Scorecard

To download the Scorecard, candidates need to follow a few simple steps. First, they need to visit the official website of UPSC- upsc.gov.in, then go to the "What's New Section" on the homepage, and click on the link “The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) publicly disclosed the marks and other details of non-recommended willing candidates for the Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2022.”. The system will display a PDF file of the list of final marks on the screen. Candidates can check their roll number, name, and final marks in the merit list. They can also download and save the same for future use.

UPSC shall consider the shared information valid for one year from the date of disclosure. However, the Commission does not assume any further responsibility or liability for how other private or public organizations utilize the above information related to candidates, besides sharing the information of non-qualified candidates for the CDS Exam-(I), 2022 conducted by the Commission.

Candidates who appeared for the CDS Exam-(I), 2022 can now check their scores and other details through the Disclosure Scheme shared by the UPSC. The government has decided to publicly disclose the scores of candidates in recruitment examinations through portals to provide a useful database to other employers and enable them to identify good employable candidates. The disclosure of the scores of non-qualified candidates is a part of this decision.

About the Exam

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination twice a year for the recruitment of candidates into various branches of the Indian Armed Forces. CDS is one of the most competitive exams in India, attracting thousands of applicants every year. UPSC carefully designed the CDS exam pattern and syllabus to assess the candidate's mental ability, knowledge, and personality. Here are the UPSC CDS exam pattern, syllabus and exam timing in detail.

Exam Pattern

The CDS examination consists of three stages: Written Examination, SSB Interview, and Medical Examination. Various branches of the Indian Armed Forces recruit candidates who successfully clear all three stages.

Written Examination

The Written Examination is the first stage of the CDS recruitment process. It consists of three papers: English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics. Cds exam pattern for each paper are as follows:

• English - The UPSC design the English paper to test the candidate's understanding of the English language. The paper comprises objective-type questions and lasts for 2 hours. The maximum marks for this paper are 100.
• General Knowledge - UPSC designs the General Knowledge paper to test the candidate's knowledge of current affairs, history, geography, and other related topics. The paper conducts objective-type questions and lasts for 2 hours. The maximum marks for this paper are 100.
• Elementary Mathematics - The Elementary Mathematics paper aims to test the mathematical ability of the candidate, and the paper contains objective-type questions, conducted for 2 hours. The maximum marks for this paper are 100.

SSB Interview

The SSB (Service Selection Board) Interview is the second stage of the CDS recruitment process. It consists of a five-day selection process, including various tests such as Psychological Tests, Group Discussions, and Personal Interviews. The authorities conduct the SSB Interview to evaluate the candidate's personality traits, leadership skills, and potential as an officer in the Indian Armed Forces.

Medical Examination

The Medical Examination is the final stage of the CDS recruitment process. The authorities require candidates who successfully clear the SSB Interview to undergo a Medical Examination to ensure their medical fitness for service in the Indian Armed Forces.

Exam Timing

UPSC conducts the CDS examination twice a year, usually in February and September. The exam timings for the Written Examination are as follows:

• English Paper - 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
• General Knowledge Paper - 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
• Elementary Mathematics Paper - 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

The duration of each paper is 2 hours. Candidates are required to report to the examination center at least 30 minutes before the commencement of the exam.

Syllabus

The syllabus for the CDS examination is designed to test the candidate's mental ability, knowledge, and personality. Following is the syllabus for each paper:

English

The English paper is designed to test the candidate's understanding of the English language. The syllabus for this paper includes:

• Grammar and usage
• Vocabulary
• Comprehension
• Synonyms and Antonyms
• Sentence Correction
• Jumbled Sentences
• Fill in the blanks

General Knowledge

The General Knowledge paper is designed to test the candidate's knowledge of current affairs, history, geography, and other related topics. The syllabus for this paper includes:

• Current Affairs
• History
• Geography
• Indian Polity
• Economy
• Defence-related news
• Sports
• Awards and Honours

Elementary Mathematics

The Elementary Mathematics paper is designed to test the candidate's mathematical ability. The syllabus for this paper includes:

• Arithmetic
• Number System
• Algebra
• Trigonometry
• Geometry
• Mensuration

Candidates are advised to thoroughly study the syllabus and practice as many sample papers and previous year question papers as possible to increase their chances of success in the CDS examination.

UPSC CDS examination is a highly competitive exam that requires thorough preparation and hard work. The examination is conducted in three stages, including a Written Examination, SSB Interview, and Medical Examination. Three papers, namely English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics, constitute the Written Examination.

The exam timings for each paper are carefully scheduled, and candidates are advised to report to the examination center well in advance. The syllabus for each paper is designed to test the candidate's mental ability, knowledge, and personality. Candidates should study the syllabus thoroughly and practice as many sample papers and previous year question papers as possible to increase their chances of success in the CDS examination.