CDS Courses Offered –  Best Online CDS Coaching

• 4-Month CDS Course – Intensive preparation including written, SSB, and physical training.
• 5-Month CDS Course – Comprehensive coaching with mock tests, GTO tasks, personality development, and exam strategy.

Both courses are available in online and offline modes, providing flexibility for aspirants across India.

SSB Training for CDS Aspirants – Best SSB Coaching in Delhi

CDS courses at LWS include specialized SSB training to ensure aspirants are fully prepared for the Services Selection Board (SSB). Recognized as the best SSB coaching in Delhi and one of India’s No.1 CDS & SSB coaching, LWS provides complete guidance on all aspects of SSB:

• GTO Tasks & Group Activities: Hands-on training for group discussions, group planning exercises, and progressive group tasks, supervised by experienced ex-SSB assessors.
• Officer-Like Qualities (OLQs) Development: Mentoring by ex-assessors and retired defence officers to enhance leadership, teamwork, confidence, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Psychological Tests: Expert coaching for WAT, TAT, SRT, and other psychological assessments.
• Personal Interview (PI) Preparation: Mock interviews and personal coaching to improve communication, personality, and self-presentation.
• Physical & Ground Training: Regular exercises at LWS GTO Ground to build endurance, agility, and confidence.
• Mock SSBs & Feedback: Realistic SSB simulations with detailed feedback from ex-SSB assessors, highlighting strengths and improvement areas.

With structured mentorship, practical GTO training, and expert PI guidance, LWS ensures CDS aspirants are exam-ready and confident for SSB, giving them a competitive advantage in selection.

CDS Exam Details – Best Online CDS Coaching in India

The CDS Examination is conducted twice a year for selecting candidates as officers in the Indian Armed Forces.

LWS – Best CDS  Online Coaching in Delhi, also recognized as Top CDS Coaching in India, provides complete guidance for CDS Written Exam, SSB Interview, and final selection.

Exam Overview:

• Exam Name: CDS I & II (Combined Defence Services)
• Application Period: December (CDS I), May/June (CDS II)
• Exam Month: April (CDS I), September (CDS II)
• Age Limit (As per Wing):
  • IMA: 19–24 yrs
  • INA: 19–24 yrs
  • AFA: 20–24 yrs
  • OTA: 19–25 yrs
• Marital Status: Unmarried
• Gender: Both male & female (OTA allows female candidates)

Educational Qualification

Academy	Qualification
IMA	Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
INA	Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from a recognized university/institution
AFA	Bachelor’s degree with Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 level or B.E./B.Tech
OTA	Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university

Note: Final year students can apply provisionally. 12th pass candidates are not eligible; graduation is mandatory.

Selection Process

1. Written Examination conducted by UPSC
2. SSB Interview – evaluating Officer-Like Qualities (OLQs)
3. Document Verification & Medical Examination (Qualifying)

CDS Eligibility – Age, Sex & Marital Status

Academy	Age Limit	Sex & Marital Status
IMA	19–24 yrs	Unmarried male only
INA	19–22 yrs	Unmarried male only
AFA	19–23 yrs (upper age limit relaxable to 26 for DGCA CPL holders)	Unmarried male only; Married candidates up to 25 allowed (no accommodation for family)
OTA (SSC Men)	19–25 yrs	Male, married/unmarried
OTA (SSC Women)	19–25 yrs	Unmarried women, widows/divorcees without children (with valid documents)

CDS Examination Schedule

Exam	Application Form Availability	Date of Examination
CDS-I	December – January	April
CDS-II	May – June	September

CDS Exam Pattern

Parameter	Details
Mode of Exam	Offline (Pen & Paper)
Number of Questions	300 MCQs (IMA, INA, AFA), 200 MCQs (OTA)
Maximum Marks	300 (IMA, INA, AFA), 200 (OTA)
Duration	2 hours per paper
Medium	Hindi & English (Bilingual)
Negative Marking	1/3rd mark deducted per wrong answer

Exam Structure:

• IMA, INA, AFA: 3 papers – English, General Knowledge, Mathematics; 2 hours, 100 marks each.
• OTA: 2 papers – English and General Knowledge; 2 hours, 100 marks each.

Our Courses – LWS Defence Academy

Duration	Course Name / Code	Application Form Charge	Course Fee*	Total Payable
1 Year	Ghatak / 1201	Rs. 500/-	Rs. 48,000/-	Rs. 48,500/-
6 Months	Ghatak / 1202	Rs. 500/-	Rs. 30,000/-	Rs. 30,500/-

Top CDS Coaching in Delhi – LWS Defence Academy |  Best Online CDS Coaching

LWS Defence Academy is recognized as the best CDS coaching in Delhi and one of India’s No. 1 CDS coaching institutes, consistently producing maximum selections every year. With highly qualified faculty, including retired defence officers and ex-SSB assessors, LWS provides complete guidance for the CDS Written Exam, SSB Interview, and Physical Efficiency Tests.

State-of-the-Art Infrastructure & Facilities

LWS offers:

• Air-conditioned classrooms with modern audio-visual facilities
• On-campus hostel & mess for outstation aspirants
• Fully equipped library with 500+ books

This creates the ideal environment for CDS preparation, whether you choose online or offline coaching.

Structured Programs & Mentorship
LWS follows:

• Detailed syllabus coverage
• Regular test series and topic-wise practice
• Personalized mentoring for each aspirant

Aspirants are trained academically and physically to excel in CDS exams.

Flexible Courses & Batches

• Programs available in English & Hindi
• Flexible batches for 4-month and 5-month courses
• Online and offline CDS coaching available to suit aspirants across India

Holistic Training for CDS Aspirants

Students are trained in:

• Physical fitness
• Debates, group discussions, and extempore
• Officer-Like Qualities (OLQs) such as leadership, confidence, teamwork, and decision-making

This ensures aspirants are fully prepared for the CDS Written Exam, SSB Interview, and final selection.

Why Choose LWS – Top CDS Coaching in Delhi

• High success rates with structured study materials and mock tests
• Experienced trainers including retired defence officers and ex-SSB assessors
• Comprehensive guidance for both online and offline CDS coaching

Join LWS Defence Academy, the best CDS coaching in Delhi and India, and gain the top online and offline CDS coaching to crack the CDS exam and secure your place in the Indian Armed Forces.