UPSC CDS II 2025 Notification: Apply Online for Defence Services Examination

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) II Examination 2025. Aspiring candidates aiming to join the Indian Armed Forces can apply online from 28 May 2025 to 17 June 2025. This recruitment drive offers opportunities to join prestigious institutions like the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA)

Important Dates

Application Start Date: 28 May 2025
Application End Date: 17 June 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment: 17 June 2025
Exam Date: 14 September 2025
Admit Card Release: To be announced

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Application Fee

General/OBC: ₹200
SC/ST/Female: Exempted
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan

CDS 2 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications:

IMA & OTA: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
INA: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
AFA: Bachelor’s degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level.Sakshi Education+1PW Live+1

Age Limit (as on 1 July 2025):

Minimum Age: 20 years
Maximum Age: 24 years
Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms.

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CDS 2 Application Form 2025 Selection Process

Written Examination
Services Selection Board (SSB) Interview
Medical Examination

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UPSC CDS II 2025 Notification How to Apply

Visit the Official Website: Go to upsc.gov.in.
Navigate to CDS II 2025 Notification: Find and click on the relevant link.
Complete OTR Registration: If not already registered, complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process.
Fill the Application Form: Provide all necessary details and upload required documents.
Pay the Application Fee: Make the payment through the preferred mode.
Submit the Form: Review all details and submit the application.
Print Confirmation: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.