The Union Public Service Commission will start the online registration process for CDS (II) exam 2018 on August 8. 

The commission had announced CDS (I) Written Exam 2018 result in March this year. 8261 candidates have been selected for interview by the Service Selection Board (SSB) of the Ministry of Defence. 
Simple steps to apply for UPSC CDS (II) Exam 2018 as follows: 
Step 1: Visit www.upsc.gov.in.
Step 2: Go to the career section.
Step 3:  Click on the notification of recruitment process CDS-II 2018 Exam Notification. 
Step 4: Read the instructions carefully before applying online. 
Step 5: Fill up the application form. 
Step 6: Submit all the credentials mentioned in the form correctly.
Step 7: Upload photograph. 
Step 8: Complete the fee payment process. 
Step 9:  Save a copy of application form for future reference. 


UPSC CDS exam 2018 details as follows:

Examination Name: UPSC CDS II 2018

Organized by: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

Exam Mode: Online

Number of Vacancies: Update Soon

Apply Mode: Online

Official Website: upsc.gov.in

Educational Qualification: Graduate Degree from Recognized University (According to the Post)

Age Limit:

Minimum Age- 20 Years

Maximum Age- 25 Years

Application Fee

General / OBC

Rs. 200/-

ST/SC/Female/PWD

Rs. 100/-

Selection Process
The selection process comprises phases: 

Phase 1: Online Examination

Phase 2: SSB Interview

Phase 3: Document Verification/Personal Interview


Highlights
The UPSC CDS (II) Exam 2018 application process will start on August 8. 

The UPSC CDS exam is conducted to recruit officers in Army, Navy and Airforce.
The online exam date will be given on the official website soon. 

UPSC exam preparation tips 
Schedule and implement 
Aspiring candidates should make a well-planned study plan first. This plan will help students to allocate your time to various subjects and he/ she  will know exactly at what time, what are you expected to study.

Weekly performance analysis
Set weekly goals yourself. 
Your study plan must clearly mention how much will you cover your syllabus considering both the exams in mind in a week, and then see how much you have actually covered when the week has ended.
This will help you assess your performance.
 
Read Editorial 
Make reading editorial page your habit. Editors share their opinion on different subjects/topics on the editorial page. Questions are usually asked related to these topics.  
Food 
Keep your energy and concentration levels at a high. Eat healthy food and sleep for at least 6 hours a day. 
About UPSC
Under Article 320 of the Constitution of India, the UPSC is, inter-alia, required to be consulted on all matters relating to recruitment to civil services and posts. The functions of the Commission under Article 320 of the Constitution are:
Conduct examinations for appointment to the services of the Union.
Direct recruitment by selection through interviews.
Appointment of officers on promotion / deputation / absorption.
Framing and amendment of Recruitment Rules for various services and posts under the Government.
Disciplinary cases relating to different Civil Services.
Advising the Government on any matter referred to the Commission by the President of India.