UPSC CDS II Examination 2025: Apply Online for 453 Vacancies

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the Combined Defence Services (CDS) II Examination 2025, offering a golden opportunity for aspirants to join the prestigious Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officers’ Training Academy. With a total of 453 vacancies, this examination is a gateway to a rewarding career in the Indian Armed Forces. Interested candidates can apply online through the official UPSC portal before the deadline on 17th June 2025. This article provides detailed information on eligibility, application process, important dates, and more.

Overview of UPSC CDS II Examination 2025

The UPSC CDS II 2025 is a national-level examination conducted to recruit candidates for various defence training institutes. Below is a summarized overview of the examination:

Parameter	Details
Name of Organization	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Job Type	Central Government
Name of Exam	Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025
Total Vacancies	453
Job Location	Across India
Application Mode	Online
Last Date to Apply	17th June 2025

Vacancy Details for UPSC CDS II 2025

The 453 vacancies are distributed across various training institutes as follows:

Training Institute-Wise Vacancy Breakdown

• Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun: 100 posts
• Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala: 26 posts
• Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad: 32 posts
• Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (Men, 124th SSC Non-Technical): 276 posts
• Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (Women, 124th SSC Non-Technical): 19 posts

Eligibility Criteria for UPSC CDS II 2025

Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements to apply for the CDS II 2025 examination:

Nationality

Candidates must be unmarried and fall under one of the following categories:

• A citizen of India.
• A subject of Nepal.
• A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or specified East African countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.

Note: Candidates from Nepal or migrated individuals require a certificate of eligibility from the Government of India, except for Gorkha subjects of Nepal.

Age Limits, Sex, and Marital Status

• IMA: Unmarried males born between 2nd July 2002 and 1st July 2007.
• INA: Unmarried males born between 2nd July 2002 and 1st July 2007.
• AFA: Candidates aged 20–24 years as of 1st July 2026 (born between 2nd July 2002 and 1st July 2006). Upper age limit relaxable up to 26 years for valid Commercial Pilot Licence holders (born between 2nd July 2000 and 1st July 2006).
• OTA (Men, SSC Non-Technical): Unmarried males born between 2nd July 2001 and 1st July 2007.
• OTA (Women, SSC Non-Technical): Unmarried women, issueless widows, or issueless divorcees (with divorce documents) born between 2nd July 2001 and 1st July 2007.

Educational Qualifications

• IMA and OTA: Degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
• INA: Degree in Engineering from a recognized university/institution.
• AFA: Degree from a recognized university with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or Bachelor of Engineering.

Application Fee for UPSC CDS II 2025

• General/OBC: Rs. 200/-
• Female/SC/ST: Exempted (No fee)
• Payment Mode: SBI branch (cash), net banking, or Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card.

How to Apply for UPSC CDS II 2025

Follow these steps to apply for the UPSC CDS II Examination 2025:

1. Visit the official UPSC recruitment portal.
2. Click on the “Online Application Form” link for CDS II 2025.
3. Fill in personal and educational details accurately.
4. Upload required documents (e.g., photograph, signature, and certificates).
5. Pay the application fee (if applicable) based on your category.
6. Submit the form and take a printout of the application for future reference.

Important Dates for UPSC CDS II 2025

Event	Date
Start of Online Application	28th May 2025
Last Date for Online Application	17th June 2025
Admit Card Release	To be announced
Written Exam Date	14th September 2025