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 +====== UPSC NDA + CDS — result, answer key, cut-off, RTI guide (2026) ======
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 +<WRAP info>
 +**Quick answer:** NDA + CDS each held twice yearly. Written result in 30-45 days. Answer key challenge similar to CSE. SSB result post-interview. Medical rejection appealable.
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +===== Key facts =====
 +  * 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)
 +
 +===== Step-by-step process =====
 +  - **Written result + answer key** — upsc.gov.in within 30-45 days.
 +  - **SSB call letter** — Issued for those qualifying written cut-off.
 +  - **SSB result + medical** — Combined post-interview.
 +  - **Final merit list** — Includes both written + SSB marks.
 +  - **Medical rejection appeal** — Within 42 days to Appeal Medical Board (AMB).
 +  - **RTI for rejection rationale** — For criteria + comparative data.
 +
 +===== Documents needed =====
 +  * Roll number
 +  * Aadhaar
 +  * Medical reports (if appealing)
 +
 +===== Common issues + how to handle =====
 +  * 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.
 +
 +===== If stuck — file an RTI =====
 +
 +Most "delays" or "rejections" clear within 7-15 days of an RTI being filed. Use this 5-question template:
 +
 +<code>
 +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.
 +</code>
 +
 +**Auto-fill the PIO + your case:** [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Open the AI RTI Drafter →]]
 +
 +===== Frequently asked questions =====
 +==== Can I appeal medical rejection? ====
 +Yes — file appeal with AMB within 42 days. Independent medical board reviews.
 +
 +==== SSB conducted by Army; how does RTI work? ====
 +SSB falls under Defence Ministry. RTI to %%MoD%% or specific SSB centre.
 +
 +==== Female candidates separately graded? ====
 +Yes for some posts (Air Force, Navy logistics). RTI for gender-wise cut-off.
 +
 +==== RTI to UPSC for written-cum-SSB combined methodology? ====
 +Yes — disclosable post-decision per Aditya Bandopadhyay.
 +
 +===== Summary + next step =====
 +
 +<WRAP center round tip 90%>
 +**Bottom line:** NDA + CDS each held twice yearly. Written result in 30-45 days. Answer key challenge similar to CSE. SSB result post-interview. Medical rejection appealable. If delayed beyond statutory timeline, file an RTI — most cases clear within 15 days.
 +
 +  * **AI RTI Drafter:** [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Auto-fill PIO + your case]]
 +  * **More guidance:** [[:audience:students|Schemes for students]]
 +  * **Browse all exam guides:** [[:exams:start|Index]]
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +===== Related =====
 +  * [[:exams:start|All exam guides]]
 +  * [[:check-status:start|25 status-check guides]]
 +  * [[:how-to-apply:start|25 how-to-apply guides]]
 +  * [[:rejection-recovery:start|16 rejection-recovery guides]]
 +  * [[:helplines:start|32 helplines + grievance routes]]
 +  * [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Full RTI Playbook]]
 +
 +//Last reviewed: 26 April 2026.//
 +
 +{{tag>exams upsc-nda-cds citizen-services rti-fallback}}