UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2025

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination II 2025. The application process starts from 28 May 2025 and ends on 17 June 2025.

This prestigious examination is conducted to recruit officers for the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers' Training Academy (OTA). The CDS exam is a golden opportunity for young aspirants dreaming of a career in the Indian Armed Forces.

• Application Start Date: 28 May 2025
• Last Date to Apply: 17 June 2025
• Pay Fee Last Date: 17 June 2025
• Correction Window: As per schedule
• Exam Date: 14 September 2025
• Admit Card Release: Before Exam

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹200/-
• SC / ST / Female: ₹0/- (Exempted)
• Payment Mode: Online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking or E-Challan

• Indian Military Academy (IMA): Bachelor’s Degree in any stream
• Indian Naval Academy (INA): Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Air Force Academy (AFA): Bachelor’s Degree with Physics & Math in 10+2
• Officers Training Academy (OTA): Bachelor’s Degree in any stream

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years
• Age Relaxation: As per UPSC rules

• Indian Military Academy (IMA): 100 Post
• Indian Naval Academy (INA): 26 Post
• Air Force Academy (AFA): 32 Post
• Officers Training Academy (OTA): 295 Post

1. Visit the official UPSC website
2. Click on “Apply Online for CDS 2 2025”
3. Register yourself through OTR (One Time Registration)
4. Fill out the application form with accurate details
5. Upload scanned photograph and signature
6. Pay the application fee and submit the form
7. Download and print the final submitted form

• Written Examination
• SSB Interview (Service Selection Board)
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

Conclusion:

The UPSC CDS II 2025 is a gateway to serve the nation in the armed forces. Interested candidates must apply before the last date and start preparing sincerely for the written and SSB rounds. Stay connected with www.codekit.in for updates on admit card, exam city, result, and final selection list. Join our Telegram & WhatsApp groups for instant notifications.