UPSC CDS I Examination 2025: Apply Online for 457 Posts
Last date for Apply
01 January 2025
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the Combined Defence Services (CDS) I Examination 2025. This recruitment drive offers a golden opportunity for candidates to join prestigious defence academies like the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA). A total of 457 vacancies are available.
Applications are open from 11th December 2024 to 31st December 2024. Below is the comprehensive guide with important details, including eligibility criteria, important dates, application fees, and vacancy breakdown.
Overview of UPSC CDS I Exam 2025
Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam Name: Combined Defence Services (CDS) I Examination 2025
Total Vacancies: 457 Posts
Application Mode: Online
Exam Date: 13th April 2025
Important Dates
Event
Date
Application Start Date
11th December 2024
Last Date to Apply Online
01 January 2025
Fee Payment Last Date
01 January 2025
Application Form Modification
1st – 7th January 2025
Exam Date
13th April 2025
Admit Card Release
Before Exam
Result Declaration
To Be Announced
Application Fee
Category
Fee
General / OBC
₹200/-
SC / ST / Female
₹0/- (Exempted)
Payment Modes: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or SBI Challan.
UPSC CDS I Exam 2025: Age Limit
Post Name
Age Limit
Indian Military Academy (IMA)
Born between 2nd Jan 2002 to 1st Jan 2007
Indian Naval Academy (INA)
Born between 2nd Jan 2002 to 1st Jan 2007
Air Force Academy (AFA)
Born between 2nd Jan 2002 to 1st Jan 2006
Officers Training Academy (OTA)
Born between 2nd Jan 2001 to 1st Jan 2007
UPSC CDS I Recruitment 2025: Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Posts
Eligibility Criteria
Indian Military Academy (IMA)
100
Bachelor’s Degree in Any Stream from a Recognized University.
Click on the “Apply Online” link for CDS I Examination 2025.
Complete the registration process by filling in personal, educational, and contact details.
Upload scanned documents (photograph, signature, ID proof).
Pay the application fee as per your category.
Review and submit the application before 31st December 2024.
Exam Pattern for CDS I 2025
Subject
Marks
Duration
English
100
2 Hours
General Knowledge
100
2 Hours
Elementary Mathematics (For IMA, INA, AFA)
100
2 Hours
OTA Candidates are exempted from the Elementary Mathematics section.
Why Join Indian Defence Services?
The Combined Defence Services Exam offers a prestigious gateway to join the Indian Armed Forces. With a promising career, leadership opportunities, and the honor of serving the nation, the CDS Examination is a life-changing opportunity.
Take the first step towards a challenging and rewarding career in the Indian Military, Navy, or Airforce by applying for the UPSC CDS I Examination 2025.
