UPSC CDS II 2025: Apply Online for Combined Defence Services Examination

 Name of the Post: UPSC CDS II 2025: Apply Online for Combined Defence Services Examination

Post Date: 29-05-2025

Exam Date : 14/09/2025

Brief Information: ​​​​The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) II Examination 2025. The online application process commenced on May 28, 2025, and will remain open until June 17, 2025, 6:00 PM IST

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) UPSC CDS-II Exam 2025
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Important Dates	Application Fee
Application Begin : 28/05/2025 Last Date for Apply Online : 17/06/2025 Pay Exam Fee Last Date : 17/06/2025 Correction Date : As per Schedule Exam Date : 14/09/2025	General / OBC / EWS : 200/- SC / ST / Female : 0/-

Age Limit
Minimum Age : 20 Years Maximum Age : 24 Years Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.

Qualification
IMA & OTA: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline INA: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering AFA: Bachelor’s degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or Bachelor of Engineering

Post Name	Total
Indian Military Academy IMA	100
Air Force Academy	32
Indian Naval Academy	26
Officers Training Academy OTA	295

Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply Online
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FAQs – UPSC CDS II 2025

1. What is the last date to apply for UPSC CDS II 2025?

Ans: The last date to apply online is June 17, 2025, up to 6:00 PM.

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2. When will the CDS II 2025 exam be conducted?

Ans: The exam is scheduled for September 14, 2025.

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3. Where can I apply for CDS II 2025?

Ans: You can apply online at the official UPSC portal: https://upsconline.nic.in

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4. What is the application fee for the CDS II 2025 exam?

Ans:

• General/OBC: ₹200

• SC/ST/Female: Exempted (No fee)

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5. Who is eligible to apply for the CDS II exam?

Ans:

• IMA/OTA: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline

• INA: Degree in Engineering

• AFA: Degree with Physics & Maths at 10+2 level OR Engineering degree

• Age: 20 to 24 years (as on July 1, 2026)

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6. Do female candidates need to pay the application fee?

Ans: No, all female candidates are exempted from the application fee.

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7. Is One-Time Registration (OTR) required for CDS II 2025?

Ans: Yes. You must register using the new UPSC OTR system before applying.

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8. Can I choose my preferred examination center?

Ans: Yes, but allocation is done on a first-apply-first-serve basis, so apply early to get your preferred center.

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9. Can I edit my CDS II application form after submission?

Ans: UPSC usually provides a correction window after the application deadline. Monitor the official website for updates.

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10. How will I receive my admit card?

Ans: The admit card will be available for download from the UPSC website about 3 weeks before the exam.