UPSC CDS and NDA Registration 2024: Steps to complete OTR

Updated On: December 20, 2023 07:30 pm IST

OTR or the One Time Registration is the initial step in the UPSC CDS and NDA Registration 2024. Check the steps to complete OTR here.

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UPSC CDS and NDA Registration 2024: As the registration process for UPSC CDS I and NDA I 2024 examinations has started on the official website of the commission, upsc.gov.in, some aspirants are confused with ‘OTR’ mentioned on the application page. OTR stands for the One-Time Registration required for UPSC exams.All defence aspirants have to complete the OTR process for either applying for the Combined Defence Services (CDS I) or the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy (NDA-NA) examination. This registration is a mandatory first step in order to register for any of the examinations being conducted by the Union Public Service Commission. Check the complete details about the UPSC CDS and NDA 2024 OTR and the steps to complete it here.

What is OTR in UPSC CDS and NDA Registration 2024?

As explained above, OTR is just an initial step created by the commission to help the candidates avoid the hard work of filling out forms every time for recruitment. The One Time Registration Form takes the basic information of an applicant after which the details of the candidate will remain saved with UPSC that they do not need to fill again.

UPSC CDS and NDA Registration 2024: Steps to Fill OTR

The students can check the steps below to easily complete the OTR Registration process in the UPSC CDS & NDA Application Forms 2024 conveniently:

Step 1: Visit the official website - upsc.gov.in.

Step 2: Select the link ‘One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations’ on the homepage.

Step 3: Select the ‘New Registration’ button for a fresh application.

Step 4: Fill out the application form for OTR just like any other form.

Step 5: Submit the details and verify your contact number and Email ID.

Step 6: The candidate will receive an application number and password through which he/she can fill out any UPSC exam form.

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