CSM Armed Forces Preparatory Program
by CSM Armed Forces Preparatory Institute
Pathway to Armed Forces career
Residential armed forces preparatory program at CSMAFPI, Nagpur for male students in grades 10-11. NDA, CDS, and Sainik School coaching with physical training and SSB preparation at Butibori campus.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
Registration fee applies
Participation format
Individual
Duration
1-2 years
Time needed
Full-time residential programme at the Butibori campus
Eligibility
Open to male students in grades 10 and 11 with Indian citizenship who meet basic armed forces physical fitness eligibility criteria
- Grade level
- Grade 10 to 11
- Age range
- 15 to 17 years
- Gender
- Boys only
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Male students must be enrolled in grades 10 or 11 with satisfactory academic standing
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Certificate
Programme completion certificate
Certificate of programme completion issued by CSMAFPI upon successful completion
Career pathways
Comprehensive NDA, CDS, and Sainik School preparation enabling male students to pursue commissioned officer careers in the Indian Armed Forces
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500 via the Razorpay online payment link
- 2Submit the completed application form with academic records and identity proof
- 3Appear for the selection assessment including written test and physical fitness evaluation
- 4Complete enrolment formalities and pay the programme fee upon selection
Fees and financial support
Fee details
Programme fees apply; contact the institute at connect@csmafpi.org for the current fee structure. A non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500 applies.
About this opportunity
The CSM Armed Forces Preparatory Program at CSMAFPI, Nagpur is a comprehensive residential programme for male students in grades 10 and 11 who aspire to careers in the Indian Armed Forces.
Delivered at the institute's residential campus in Butibori, Nagpur, the programme provides integrated coaching for NDA, CDS, and Sainik School entrance examinations under the guidance of retired defence officers and experienced faculty.
Students undergo structured daily routines covering academic study, physical fitness training, drill, obstacle courses, and SSB interview preparation.
The curriculum is aligned with NDA and CDS written examination syllabi and designed to develop the physical fitness, mental resilience, and personal attributes required for armed forces selection.
What your child will do
- NDA, CDS, and Sainik School written examination coaching
- Daily physical training and drill
- Obstacle course and adventure training
- SSB interview preparation and mock interviews
- Personality development sessions
- Mock tests and performance assessment
Mentors and faculty
Retired Army officers and experienced faculty specializing in NDA, CDS, and Sainik School examination preparation and SSB selection processes
Languages
Academic details
Difficulty: Competitive
What's covered
Integrated NDA, CDS, and Sainik School entrance examination syllabus with physical training and SSB interview preparation at the Butibori residential campus
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