UPSC CDS II The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the notification for the Combined Defence Services Examination II (CDS II) 2025. This is a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring to serve the nation by joining the Indian Armed Forces. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for this prestigious examination from 28 May 2025 to 17 June 2025 through the official UPSC website.
Hereโs everything you need to know about the CDS II 2025 recruitment, including eligibility criteria, vacancy details, important dates, selection process, and more.
UPSC CDS II 2025: Complete Overview
Exam Name: Combined Defence Services Examination II (CDS II) 2025
Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Purpose: Recruitment of officers into Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA)
UPSC CDS II Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Notification Released | 28 May 2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 28 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 June 2025 |
| Correction Window | As per UPSC schedule |
| CDS II 2025 Exam Date | 1 September 2025 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Release | August 2025 (Tentative) |
| Result Declaration | To be announced after the exam |
UPSC CDS II Posts
UPSC conducts the CDS examination for recruitment into the following defence academies:
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Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun
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Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala
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Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad
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Officersโ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (Men)
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Officersโ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (Women)
UPSC CDS II Eligibility Criteria
Nationality:
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The candidate must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Educational Qualifications:
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IMA & OTA: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
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INA: A degree in Engineering from a recognized university/institution.
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AFA: A degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or a Bachelor of Engineering.
Age Limit:
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IMA: Unmarried male candidates born between 2nd July 2002 and 1st July 2007
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INA: Unmarried male candidates born between 2nd July 2002 and 1st July 2007
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AFA: Candidates born between 2nd July 2002 and 1st July 2006
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OTA (Men): Unmarried male candidates born between 2nd July 2001 and 1st July 2007
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OTA (Women): Unmarried women, issueless widows or divorcees who have not remarried, born between 2nd July 2001 and 1st July 2007
UPSC CDS II Application Fee
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General/OBC Candidates: โน200/-
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SC/ST/Female Candidates: No fee
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The payment can be made through online banking, debit/credit card, or cash deposit at SBI bank branches.
UPSC CDS II Selection Procedure
The selection process for CDS II 2025 involves the following stages:
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Written Examination
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For IMA, INA, and AFA: Three papers โ English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics.
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For OTA (Men & Women): Two papers โ English and General Knowledge.
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SSB Interview (Services Selection Board)
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Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for an SSB Interview, which assesses personality, intelligence, and suitability for a career in the armed forces.
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Medical Examination
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Final Merit List
UPSC CDS II Pay Scale and Training
Training Stipend: During training, candidates will receive a fixed stipend of โน56,100/- per month.
Pay Scale after Commissioning:
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Lieutenant: Level 10 โน56,100 โ โน1,77,500
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Further promotions and increments apply based on service duration and rank.
Other benefits include DA, uniform allowance, ration, housing facilities, and post-retirement pension and perks.
ย How to Apply
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Visit the official UPSC website: www.upsc.gov.in
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Click on โApply Onlineโ under the CDS II 2025 notification.
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Complete Part I Registration by entering basic details.
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Proceed to Part II Registration for payment and uploading of documents.
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Submit the form and take a printout of the final application for reference.
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