The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination 2, 2025, today—May 28, 2025. This exam offers aspiring candidates the opportunity to join the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA).
📅 Key Dates
- Notification Release Date: May 28, 2025
- Application Start Date: May 28, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: June 17, 2025
- Exam Date: September 14, 2025
- Admit Card Release: August 2025 (tentative)
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality: Candidates must be citizens of India, or subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanent settlement. Candidates of Indian origin who have migrated from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Burma, and East African countries are also eligible.Crack Defence Exams+1Careers360 Competitions+1
Age Limits & Marital Status:
- Indian Military Academy (IMA): Unmarried males, aged 19-24 years.
- Indian Naval Academy (INA): Unmarried males, aged 19-24 years.
- Air Force Academy (AFA): Unmarried males; aged 20-24 years.
- Officers Training Academy (OTA):
- Men: Unmarried males, aged 19-25 years.
- Women: Unmarried females, aged 19-25 years. Reddit+5Crack Defence Exams+5Jagran Josh+5
Educational Qualifications:
- IMA & OTA: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- INA: Graduation in Engineering from a recognized university.
- AFA: Bachelor’s degree (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level) or Bachelor of Engineering.
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “Examination” section and select “Active Examinations”.
- Click on the link for “CDS Examination (II), 2025”.
- Follow the instructions to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process.
- After successful registration, log in to fill out the application form.
- Upload the necessary documents and pay the application fee.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference
💰 Application Fee
- General/OBC: ₹200
- SC/ST/PWD/Female Candidates: Exempted
📌 Additional Information
- Selection Process: Candidates will undergo a written examination followed by an interview conducted by the Services Selection Board (SSB).
- Training: Successful candidates will undergo training at the respective academies, with the duration varying based on the academy.
For detailed information and to apply, visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in.
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