The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) II, 2025 A total of 453 vacancies are available across the Indian Military Academy (IMA) Indian Naval Academy (INA) Air Force Academy (AFA) and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA). Interested candidates can apply online from May 28 to June 17, 2025 The written exam is scheduled for September 14, 2025
Overview of UPSC CDS II 2025
- Conducting Body Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Exam Name : Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025
- Total Vacancies : 453
- Application Period: May 28 to June 17, 2025
- Exam Date : September 14, 2025
Vacancy Details
Course Vacancies
Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun – 161st DE Course / 100
Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala – Executive & Hydro Branch / 26
Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad – 220 F(P) Course /. 32
Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai – SSC (Men) /. 276
Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai – SSC (Women) / 19
Total /. 453
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- Indian citizen or
- Subject of Nepal or
- Person of Indian origin who migrated from select countries (with intent to settle in India permanently)
Educational Qualification
- IMA & OTA : Degree from a recognized university
- INA: Degree in Engineering
- AFA: Degree with Physics & Math at 10+2 level or Bachelor of Engineering
Note : Final year students can apply but must submit proof of passing before course commencement.
Age Limit & Marital Status
Academy Age Limit Marital Status IMA 2 July 2002 to 1 July 2007 Unmarried male INA 2 July 2002 to 1 July 2007 Unmarried male AFA 20 to 24 years (as on 1 July 2026) Unmarried
(<25 yrs) Married allowed (≥25 yrs) without accommodation
OTA (Men) 2 July 2001 to 1 July 2007 Unmarried male OTA (Women) 2 July 2001 to 1 July 2007 Unmarried women / widows / divorcees without children
Important Dates
Event Date
Notification Release May 28, 2025
Application Start May 28, 2025
Application End June 17, 2025 (11:59 PM)
Exam Date September 14, 2025
Result Declaration (Expected) October 2025
Selection Process
1. Written Examination
- IMA/INA/AFA: English, GK, Mathematics (100 marks each)
- OTA: English, GK (100 marks each)
- Negative marking applies
2. SSB Interview (5-day process)
- Stage I: Screening (OIR + PPDT)
- Stage II: Interview, Psychology, GTO tasks
3. Medical Examination
- Conducted by Service Medical Boards
- Must meet prescribed physical standards
4. Merit List
- Based on written + SSB marks
- Subject to medical fitness and vacancies
Salary & Benefits
Pay Structure (Defence Officers)
Rank Pay Level Salary Range
Lieutenant Level 10 ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
Captain. Level 10B ₹61,300 – ₹1,93,900
Major Level 11 ₹69,400 – ₹2,07,200
- Military Service Pay (MSP) : ₹15,500/month
- Training Stipend : ₹56,100/month
- Additional Benefits
- Dearness, Dress, Transport, Risk Allowance
- Free ration, medical, and insurance cover
- ₹1 Cr (Army) / ₹1.25 Cr (Air Force) insurance during training
How to Apply
- Mode : Online only via new UPSC OTR portal
- Website : [https://upsc.gov.in]
- Steps
1. Create an account on the new application portal.
2. Fill out all required sections: Registration, Application Form.
3. Upload documents (preferably Aadhaar for ID verification).
4. Select course preferences carefully.
5. Pay the exam fee (if applicable).
6. Submit the form before the deadline.
Application Fees
- General/OBC : ₹200
- Female/SC/ST : Exempted
- Payment Modes : Debit/Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking
Important Links
[Download Official Notification (PDF)
[Apply Online]
[UPSC Official Website]
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