UPSC CDS 1 2025 : The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the official notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination (I), 2025. This examination aims to recruit candidates for various prestigious courses in the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA). Eligible candidates can apply online from 11th December 2024 to 31st December 2024, and the examination is scheduled for 13th April 2025.
UPSC CDS 1 2025: Overview
| Exam Name | Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination (I), 2025 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Courses Offered | IMA, INA, AFA, OTA |
| Vacancies | 457 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
UPSC CDS 1 2025: Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 11/12/2024
- Online Application Start Date: 11/12/2024
- Last Date to Apply Online: 31/12/2024
- Exam Date: 13/04/2025
UPSC CDS 1 2025: Application Fee
- General/OBC: ₹200
- Female/SC/ST: Nil
- Payment can be made via online methods or by depositing cash at any SBI branch.
Vacancy Details
| Academy | Vacancies |
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 32 |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | 32 |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA, Men) | 275 |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA, Women) | 18 |
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Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- Indian citizens or as prescribed in the notification (subjects of Nepal, Bhutan, or Indian-origin migrants).
Age Limit
- IMA: Unmarried male candidates born between 2nd January 2002 and 1st January 2007.
- INA: Same as IMA.
- AFA: 20 to 24 years as of 1st January 2026.
- OTA: Unmarried male and female candidates born between 2nd January 2001 and 1st January 2007.
Educational Qualification
- IMA and OTA: Degree from a recognized university.
- INA: Degree in Engineering from a recognized university.
- AFA: Degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or a Bachelor of Engineering.
Selection Process
- Written Examination:
- IMA, INA, AFA:
- English: 100 Marks
- General Knowledge: 100 Marks
- Elementary Mathematics: 100 Marks
- OTA:
- English: 100 Marks
- General Knowledge: 100 Marks
- IMA, INA, AFA:
- SSB Interview:
- Intelligence and personality tests conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB).
- Merit List:
- Based on the combined scores of the written exam and SSB interview.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Duration | Marks |
| English | 2 Hours | 100 |
| General Knowledge | 2 Hours | 100 |
| Elementary Mathematics (IMA, INA, AFA only) | 2 Hours | 100 |
- Negative marking applies for wrong answers.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Fill out the application form and upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application and take a printout for reference.
Important Links
| Content | Link |
| Online Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for UPSC CDS (1) 2025?
The last date to apply online is 31st December 2024.
Q2: Can female candidates apply for this exam?
Yes, female candidates can apply for the Officers’ Training Academy (OTA).
Q3: Is there an application fee exemption for certain categories?
Yes, female candidates and those belonging to SC/ST categories are exempt from the application fee.
Q4: When will the UPSC CDS (1) 2025 exam be conducted?
The examination is scheduled for 13th April 2025.
Q5: How many vacancies are available for the Air Force Academy (AFA)?
There are 32 vacancies for the Air Force Academy.
