For the first time, the CDS-NDA exam will be held on a single day: 15,329 candidates will appear for it. Local supervisors will keep an eye on security at 19 centers.

In Varanasi, India, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will conduct its CDS and NDA written exams on Sunday for the first time in a single day. A total of 19 examination centers have been set up in the district for this purpose. 3,912 candidates will appear at 8 centers for the CDS exam, while 11,417 candidates will appear at 11 centers for the NDA exam. This means that a total of 15,329 candidates will participate in both exams. Preparations for the examination were completed on Saturday. Changes have also been made to the monitoring system this time.