UPSC NDA + CDS — result, answer key, cut-off, RTI guide (2026)

• NDA: two exams/year (April + September)
• CDS: two exams/year (February + September)
• Written-only cut-off vs final cut-off (post-SSB) differ
• SSB selection has separate marks + criteria
• Medical rejection appealable to AMA (Appeal Medical Board)

1. Written result + answer key — upsc.gov.in within 30-45 days.
2. SSB call letter — Issued for those qualifying written cut-off.
3. SSB result + medical — Combined post-interview.
4. Final merit list — Includes both written + SSB marks.
5. Medical rejection appeal — Within 42 days to Appeal Medical Board (AMB).
6. RTI for rejection rationale — For criteria + comparative data.

• Roll number
• Aadhaar
• Medical reports (if appealing)

• SSB recommendation but final reject — RTI for SSB scoring + final merit calculation.
• Medical rejection without specific reason — appeal to AMB; RTI for medical board minutes.
• Cut-off seems wrong — RTI for cut-off computation methodology.
• Final merit position dispute — RTI for marks breakdown.

Most “delays” or “rejections” clear within 7-15 days of an RTI being filed. Use this 5-question template:

1. Status of my application no. _____ dated _____ as on date.
2. Name + designation of dealing officer assigned to my file.
3. Reasons for delay beyond the statutory timeline.
4. Copy of any noting / movement of my file in the past 30 days.
5. Likely date of resolution / decision.

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Yes — file appeal with AMB within 42 days. Independent medical board reviews.

SSB falls under Defence Ministry. RTI to MoD or specific SSB centre.

Yes for some posts (Air Force, Navy logistics). RTI for gender-wise cut-off.

Yes — disclosable post-decision per Aditya Bandopadhyay.

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Last reviewed: 26 April 2026.