UPSC CDS 1 2025 Notification Out, Apply Online for 457 Vacancies, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, and Important Dates

UPSC CDS 1 2025: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination (I), 2025. This exam is conducted to recruit candidates for courses in the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA). Interested candidates can apply online before 31st December 2024, and the examination will be held on 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
Official Website	upsc.gov.in

UPSC CDS (1) 2025: Apply Online for 457 Vacancies – Last Date: 31 Dec 2024

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	11 December 2024
Online Application Start Date	11 December 2024
Last Date to Apply Online	31 December 2024
Exam Date	13 April 2025

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General/OBC	₹200
Female/SC/ST	Nil

• Payment Modes: Online (Credit/ Debit Card/ UPI/ Net Banking) or through SBI branches.

Vacancy Details

Academy	Vacancies
Indian Military Academy (IMA)	100
Indian Naval Academy (INA)	32
Air Force Academy (AFA)	32
OTA (Men)	275
OTA (Women)	18
Total	457

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

• Indian Citizen or as prescribed (subject of Nepal/Bhutan or Indian-origin migrants).

Age Limit

Academy	Age Range
IMA	Born between 2nd Jan 2001 and 1st Jan 2006
INA	Same as IMA
AFA	20 to 24 years as of 1st Jan 2025
OTA	Born between 2nd Jan 2000 and 1st Jan 2006

Educational Qualifications

Academy	Qualification
IMA/OTA	Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
INA	Degree in Engineering from a recognized university.
AFA	Bachelor’s degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or BE.

Selection Process

1. Written Examination

Academy	Subjects	Marks
IMA/ INA/ AFA	English, General Knowledge, Mathematics	100 each
OTA	English, General Knowledge	100 each

• Negative Marking: Applicable for incorrect answers.

2. SSB Interview

• Tests: Intelligence, Personality, and Psychological Evaluation.

3. Merit List

• Based on scores in the Written Examination and SSB Interview.

How to Apply Online CDS (1) 2025

1. Visit the official website: upsconline.nic.in.
2. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR).
3. Fill out the application form and upload required documents (photo, signature, etc.).
4. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
5. Submit the form and save a copy for reference.

Exam Centers

• Major cities across India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and more.
• Center allocation is on a first-apply-first-serve basis.

UPSC CDS 1 2025 Important Links

Resource	Link
UPSC CDS 1 2025 Official Notification	Download Here
UPSC CDS 1 2025 Online Application	Apply Online
UPSC Official Website	UPSC
Check More Govt Jobs Here	Govt Jobs

FAQs

Question	Answer
What is the total number of vacancies?	The total number of vacancies is 457.
What is the last date to apply?	The last date to apply is 31st December 2024.
Is there any fee exemption?	Female/ SC/ ST candidates are exempted from the fee.
What is the exam date?	The exam will be held on 13th April 2025.
Where can I apply?	Applications can be submitted at upsconline.nic.in.

UPSC CDS 2025 Notification Highlights

1. The CDS exam is a gateway for aspirants to join prestigious defence academies.
2. Multiple options for both technical and non-technical entries.
3. The final selection process emphasizes overall merit in academics and personality.

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