UPSC CDS 2 2025 Registration last date is today 20 June 2025. Both the appliction form of NDA NA and CDS have been extended to June 20. The original closing date was 17 June 2025: The registration process started 28 May, along with NDA NA II. The candidates who are graduates and want to serve the nation can apply for the CDS II exam. For a special service science degree is required.
Exam Name: Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS 2)
Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 28 May 2025 |
| Application Window opens | 28 May – 17 June 2025 |
| Application form closing date | 20 June 2025 |
| Exam Date | 14 September 2025 |
Application Process
- Apply Online: Visit the official UPSC website (upsc.gov.in) to fill out the application form between 28 May and 17 June 2025
- Application Fee: ₹200 for General/OBC; exempted for SC/ST/Women candidates
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Eligibility
- Nationality: Indian citizen or as specified in the official notification.
- Age Limit: Varies by academy (generally 20–24 years for IMA, INA, AFA; details in notification).
- Educational Qualification:
- IMA/OTA: Graduate degree from a recognized university.
- INA: Degree in Engineering.
- AFA: Degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or Bachelor of Engineering
Exam Pattern
| Academy | Subjects | Marks (Each) | Duration (Each) |
| IMA/INA/AFA | English, General Knowledge, | 100/100/100 | 2 hrs each |
| Elementary Mathematics | 100 | 2 hrs | |
| OTA | English, General Knowledge | 100/100 | 2 hrs each |
Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper)
- Type: Objective (Multiple Choice)
- Language: Bilingual (Hindi & English, except English paper)
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer
UPSC CDS 2 2025 Registration: Selection Process
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview/Personality Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Vacancies
- Vacancies for CDS 2 2025 will be announced in the official notification on 28 May 2025.
Additional Information
- Exam Frequency: Twice a year
- Exam Centers: 70+ cities across India
- Purpose: Recruitment of commissioned officers in IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA
Summary: The UPSC CDS 2 2025 notification will be out on 28 May 2025. Applications are open from 28 May to 17 June 2025. The exam will be held on 14 September 2025 for entry into the Indian Military, Naval, Air Force Academies, and Officers’ Training Academy. Candidates should check the official notification for detailed eligibility, syllabus, and vacancy information
