The CDS exam is held twice every year by the Union Public Service Commission  (UPSC) to recruit candidates into the vacant defence services seats in India. The CDS exam is tentatively held in the month of February. The candidates who are selected are placed in the Navy, Armed forces and Police forces respectively. The CDS exam is a dream come true for any candidate who wants to pursue a career in the defence network in India. 

Benefits of Cracking CDS.

Working in the premier defence systems in India is a powerful and rewarding career opportunity. Let us look at a few perks of cracking the CDS exams.

• Transport allowance: Rs. 3,200/- + DA p.m. in A-1/A class cities and Rs. 1,600/- + DA.

• High Altitude Allowance: Rs 1,060 p.m. to Rs 11,200 per month.

• Dearness Allowances(DA): According to the Grade of Post held by the officer. 

• Siachen Allowance: Rs 14,000/- per month.

• Highly Active Field Area Allowance: Rs 6,780/- to Rs 8,400/- p.m.

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