(Image: PTI/File)The Centre is likely to extend the tenure of Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan till May 2026 when he will turn 65. According to top government sources, the government has decided to extend Gen Anil Chauhan’s tenure till he turns 65 years old, which is the maximum permissible age for the post under the service rules. They said for Gen Chauhan, his major tasks include streamlining of ongoing reforms in higher defence management and procurement. top videos View all Swipe Left For Next Video View allGen Chauhan is the second CDS, who succeeded Gen Bipin Rawat to the post, since September 30, 2022. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers, the Desk d... Read MoreFirst Published: September 23, 2025, 21:22 ISTNews india Centre Likely To Extend Tenure Of CDS Gen Anil Chauhan To May 2026 Till He Turns 65Disclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s.