UPSC CDS (II) 2025: Notification, Vacancies, Eligibility & How to Apply

UPSC Combined Defence Services (CDS) (II) Examination 2025

UPSC to Conduct CDS (II) 2025 Exam

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is set to conduct the Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) (II), 2025 on 14th September 2025. This examination facilitates admission to prestigious institutions including the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, Naval Academy, Ezihimala, Air Force Academy, Hyderabad, and Officers Training Academy, Chennai. The courses cater to both men and women aspiring for Officer roles in the Navy, Army, and Indian Air Force.

Vacancy Details

A total of 453 Group-A Employee category vacancies are available for recruitment.

UPSC CDS (II) 2025 Examination - 453 Vacancies

Available Academies and Vacancies

1. Indian Military Academy, Dehradun: 100 vacancies for 161st (DE) Courses commencing in July 2026 (including 13 vacancies reserved for NCC `C’ Certificate (Army Wing) holders)
2. Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala: 26 vacancies for Executive (General Service)/Hydro (including 03 vacancies for NCC ‘C’ Certificate (Naval Wing through NCC Special entry)) holders Course commencing in July 2026
3. Air Force Academy, Hyderabad: 32 vacancies for (Pre-Flying) 220 F(P) Training Course commencing in July 2026 Course. (including 03 vacancies are reserved for NCC `C’ Certificate (Air Wing) holders through NCC Spl. Entry)
4. Officers Training Academy, Chennai: 276 vacancies for 124th SSC (Men) (NT) (UPSC) Course commencing in October 2026
5. Officers Training Academy, Chennai (Women): 19 vacancies for 124th SSC Women (NT) (UPSC) Course commencing in October 2026.

Eligibility Criteria for CDS-(II) Exam 2025

Age Limits, Sex and Marital Status

1. For Indian Military Academy: Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July 2002 and not later than 1st July 2007 are eligible.
2. For Naval Academy: Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July 2002 and not later than 1st July 2007 are eligible.
3. For Air Force Academy: 20-24 years i.e. Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd July 2002 and not later than 1st July 2006 are eligible.
4. For Officers' Training Academy - (SSC Course for Men): Male candidates (Unmarried or Married) born not earlier than 2nd July 2001 and not later than 1st July 2007 are eligible.
5. For Officers Training Academy - SSC (Women Non- Technical) Course :  (a) Unmarried Women, issueless widows who have not remarried, and issueless divorcees (in possession of divorce documents) who have not remarried are eligible. They should have been not earlier than 2nd July 2001 and not later than 1st July 2007.

Educational Qualifications

1. For Indian Military Academy and Officers' Training Academy: Degree of a recognised university or equivalent.
2. For Naval Academy: Degree in Engineering from a recognised University/Institution.
3. For Air Force Academy: Degree of a recognised university (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Degree in Engineering from a recognised University/Institution.
4. Candidates studying in the final year of a Degree Course and yet to pass the final year degree examination or equivalent examination can also apply, but must submit proof of passing by the specified dates.

Physical Standards

Candidates must meet specific physical fitness criteria for admission to the Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) (II), 2025, as detailed in the official UPSC advertisement.

Application Fee

Candidates (except Female/SC/ST candidates, who are exempt) must pay a fee of ₹200/- through SBI bank cash deposit, SBI Net Banking or Visa/Master Credit/Debit Card.

How to Apply for UPSC CDS Exam-II 2025?

Apply online at https://upsconline.nic.in from 28/05/2025 to 17/06/2025.

Detailed Information for UPSC CDS Exam (II) 2025

Complete details are on the UPSC website, under Guidelines to the Candidates, at https://upsconline.nic.in.

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