At a Glance
- Application Start Date
- 28 May 2025
- Application Last Date
- 17 June 2025
- Exam Date
- 14 September 2025
- Salary
- ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10, 7th CPC)
Quick Summary
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Final Result for the Combined Defence Services CDS II Examination 2025. Candidates can download the merit list and marks at upsc.gov.in.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India's premier central recruiting agency responsible for appointments to and examinations for all-India services and group A & group B of central services. Its official recruitment portal is upsc.gov.in.
UPSC CDS II 2025 – Overview
UPSC Combined Defence Services Examination II (CDS II) 2025 final result has been announced by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for 453 vacancies across Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA). The selection process concluded with the final merit list released on 30 March 2026 at upsc.gov.in. Candidates who appeared for the written exam on 14 September 2025 and subsequent SSB interviews can now check their selection status.
In UPSC CDS II 2024, approximately 459 vacancies were announced — the 2025 drive marks a 1.3% decrease in total posts.
| Row | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advt. No. / Notif. No. | CDS Exam (II) 2025 |
| Post Name(s) | IMA, INA, AFA, OTA (Men & Women) |
| Total Vacancies | 453 Posts |
| Pay Scale / Salary | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam → SSB Interview → Medical → Merit List |
| Result Date | 30 March 2026 |
| Official Portal | upsc.gov.in |
Source: Official UPSC CDS II 2025 Result Notification, UPSC, 30 March 2026. Download PDF
UPSC CDS II 2025 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | 28 May 2025 | Completed |
| Online Application Start | 28 May 2025 | Completed |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 June 2025 | Completed |
| Written Exam Date | 14 September 2025 | Completed |
| Final Result Declared | 30 March 2026 | Released |
UPSC CDS II 2025 – Vacancy Details
| Academy Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala | 26 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad | 32 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) - Men | 275 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) - Women | 20 |
| Total Vacancies | 453 |
UPSC CDS II 2025 – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- For IMA & OTA: Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university.
- For Naval Academy: Candidates must hold a Degree in Engineering from a recognized university/institution.
- For Air Force Academy: Candidates must hold a Degree from a recognized university (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or a Bachelor of Engineering.
Age Limit for UPSC CDS II 2025
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| All Candidates | 20 years | 24 years |
Note: Candidates must be unmarried. Age relaxation is not applicable as per the specific entry rules of Defence Services.
UPSC CDS II 2025 – Pay Scale & Salary
UPSC CDS II 2025 – Selection Process
The selection process for UPSC Combined Defence Services (CDS) II 2025 involves the following stages:
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Written Exam | Objective type test conducted by UPSC. |
| 2. SSB Interview | Intelligence and Personality Test (Stage I & II). |
| 3. Medical Exam | Verification of physical and medical fitness. |
| 4. Final Merit List | Based on Written + SSB marks for those who are medically fit. |
How to Check UPSC CDS II 2025 Final Result
Final Result Released on: 30 March 2026
- Visit Portal: Go to the official UPSC website upsc.gov.in.
- Find Result: Navigate to the "What's New" or "Final Results" section.
- Select Exam: Click on "Final Result: Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025".
- Search Roll Number: Open the PDF file and use Ctrl+F to search for your Roll Number or Name.
- Save Copy: Download and print the result PDF for future reference in the selection process.
UPSC CDS II 2025 – Official Links & Notification PDF
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Final Result | [upsc.gov.in] |
| Download Notification PDF | [upsc.gov.in] |
| Official UPSC Website | [upsc.gov.in] |