The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has published the notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Second Examination, 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online between May 28, 2025, and June 17, 2025. Before applying, carefully review the official notification for complete details on recruitment eligibility criteria, post specifics, the selection procedure, age requirements, pay scale details, and all other relevant information.
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| Important Dates: | Application Fee: |
| Application Start Date: May 28, 2025 Application Deadline (Online): June 17, 2025 Exam Fee Payment Deadline: June 17, 2025 Application Correction Window: To be announced (As per schedule) Exam Date: September 14, 2025 Admit Card Availability: Released prior to the exam date. | General/OBC/EWS: ₹200 SC/ST/Female: Exempt (₹0) Fees can be paid online via debit card, credit card, or net banking. Alternatively, payment can be made offline through E Challan. |
UPSC CDS II Eligibility 2025: A Breakdown of Educational Requirements
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Combined Defence Services (CDS) II examination is a pathway to a distinguished career in the Indian Armed Forces. Eligibility criteria vary based on the academy you aspire to join. Here’s a clear breakdown of the educational qualifications required for the 2025 examination:
Indian Military Academy (IMA) & Officers Training Academy (OTA):
- A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university is required.
Naval Academy:
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from a recognized university.
Air Force Academy:
- Applicants need a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream. However, they must have studied Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 (or equivalent) level.
Understanding these specific educational requirements is crucial for aspiring candidates planning to appear for the UPSC CDS II 2025 examination. Meeting these qualifications is the first step towards potentially joining the prestigious Indian Armed Forces.
For the Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2 exam with a critical date of 01/07/2026, the following age limits apply:
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 24 years
Please refer to the official notification for post-specific age requirements and details regarding age relaxation, which will be granted as per government rules.
| The UPSC CDS II 2025 recruitment has a total of 453 vacancies. |
The following positions are available:
- Indian Military Academy (IMA): 100 Posts
- Indian Naval Academy: 26 Posts
- Air Force Academy: 32 Posts
- Officers Training Academy (OTA): 295 Posts
Online Form Filling Process for the UPSC CDS II Exam Notification 2025
- The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) II Recruitment 2025 and invites online applications.
- Candidates can apply online from May 28, 2025, to June 17, 2025.
- Before applying, candidates should carefully read the official UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2025 notification for UPSC’s latest Defence vacancies.
- Ensure all required documents are collected and verified, including eligibility proofs, ID proof, address details, and basic information.
- Have scanned copies of necessary documents ready for uploading, such as photograph, signature, and ID proof.
- Thoroughly review the application form and all entries before submitting.
- If applicable, submit the required application fee. Applications without the fee will be considered incomplete.
- Print a copy of the final submitted application form for your records.
- Apply Online: Log In / New Registration
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