UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2025
Apply Online, Eligibility, Exam Date, Age Limit, Notification PDF
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the Combined Defence Services (CDS) II Examination for 2025, opening doors for aspiring candidates to join the prestigious Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA). This highly competitive exam is a golden opportunity for graduates who dream of serving the nation in the armed forces.

Vacancy Overview
Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
Vacancy Name | UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2025 |
Total Post | 453 |
Application Mode | Online |
Last Date | June 17, 2025 |
Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in/ |
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Important Dates (महत्वपूर्ण तिथियां)
- Application Start Date: May 28, 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: June 17, 2025
- Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: June 17, 2025
- Correction Window: As per schedule
- Exam Date: September 14, 2025
- Admit Card Release: Before the exam
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Application Fee (आवेदन फीस)
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹200/-
- SC / ST / Female: Exempted (₹0/-)
Payments can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan.
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Vacancy Information (वैकेंसी)
- Total- 453
IMA: 100
INA: 26
AFA: 32
OTA: 295
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Qualification (योग्यता)
- IMA & OTA: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream.
- INA: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
- AFA: Bachelor’s Degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
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Age Limit (आयु सीमा)
Age Limit (as of July 1, 2025):
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
- Age relaxation as per rules.
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Important Links (महत्वपूर्ण लिंक)
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How To Apply (आवेदन कैसे करें)
OTR (One Time Registration): It is mandatory to register through the UPSC OTR system before applying.
Photograph Requirements: The photo must not be older than 10 days. Candidate’s name and date of photograph must be clearly mentioned on the photo.
Prepare Scanned Documents: Recent photo, signature, ID proof, etc.
Fill the Online Form: Available on the official UPSC website between 28 May and 17 June 2025.
Review Carefully: Ensure all details are correct before final submission.
Print Final Application Form: After submission, take a printout for future reference.
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Other Information (अन्य जानकारी)
Selection Procedure
Written Exam: Objective-type questions on English, General Knowledge, and Mathematics (except for OTA).
SSB Interview: Tests personality, leadership, and psychological aptitude.
Medical Examination: Ensures candidates meet physical and medical standards.
Merit List: Based on written exam and SSB performance.
Other Key Information
Exam Pattern: Includes negative marking for wrong answers.
Preparation Tips: Study NCERT books, practice past papers, and take mock tests.
Physical Standards: Vary by academy; refer to the notification.
Training Duration: IMA, INA, AFA (18 months); OTA (49 weeks).
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