The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination (I) 2025, offering a total of 457 vacancies across various academies including the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA). This prestigious exam is a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring to join the Indian Armed Forces. The online application process began on December 11, 2024, and the last date for submission is December 31, 2024. The written exam is scheduled for April 13, 2025, followed by an SSB interview, document verification, and medical examination for final selection.
Candidates applying for different academies must meet specific educational qualifications and age requirements, with separate criteria for male and female applicants. The exam pattern includes English, General Knowledge, and Mathematics for IMA, INA, and AFA, and English and General Knowledge for OTA. Successful candidates will undergo a rigorous selection process, which includes both written exams and interviews, to ensure they meet the high standards set by the Indian Armed Forces. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline and begin their preparations for a bright future in the defence services.
Form Mode | Job Location | Monthly Pay | Job Basis |
Online Form | All India | 56100-177500 | Permanent |
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Combined Defence Services I Exam 2025
Advt No. : 04/2025, CDS-I Short Details
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Important Dates | |||
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Notification Out : 11/12/2024 Form Starting Date : 11/12/2024 Last Date : 31/12/2024 06:00 PM Online Fees Last Date : 31/12/2024 Offline Fees Last Date : 30/12/2024 Correction Date : 01-07 Jan 2025 Written Exam Date : 13/04/2025 Exam Admit Card : Available Soon | |||
Application Fees | |||
General / OBC / EWS : 200/- SC / ST / Sons of JCOs / ORs : 0/- All Female Category : 0/- (Nil) Payment Mode : Online / Offline | |||
Age Limit Details | |||
For Indian Military Academy : 02/01/2002 To 01/01/2007 For Indian Naval Academy : 02/01/2002 To 01/01/2007 For Air Force Academy : 02/01/2002 To 01/01/2006 Officers Training Academy : 02/01/2001 To 01/01/2007 | |||
Selection Process | |||
Written Exam SSB Interview Document Verification Medical Examination | |||
Qualification Details | |||
Indian Military Academy (IMA) : Bachelor Degree. Indian Naval Academy (INA) : B.E. / B.Tech. Degree. Air Force Academy : 12th Passed in Physics, Maths with Degree in Any Stream OR B.E. / B.Tech Degree. Officers Training Academy (Men) : Bachelor Degree. Officers Training Academy (Women) : Bachelor Degree. |
Post Wise Vacancies | |||
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Post Name | Total | Post Name | Total |
Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 100 | Officers Training Academy (Men) | 275 |
Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 32 | Officers Training Academy (Women) | 18 |
Air Force Academy | 32 | Grand Total | 457 |
IMA, INA, AFA Exam Pattern | ||
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Negative Marking : 1/3rd | ||
Subject | Marks | Duration |
English | 100 | 02 Hours |
General Knowledge | 100 | 02 Hours |
Elementary Mathematics | 100 | 02 Hours |
Total | 300 | 06 Hours |
Exam Pattern For OTA | ||
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Negative Marking : 1/3rd | ||
Subject | Marks | Duration |
English | 100 | 02 Hours |
General Knowledge | 100 | 02 Hours |
Total | 200 | 04 Hours |
SSB / Interview Marks | |
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Academy Name | SSB Marks |
Indian Military Academy | 300 |
Indian Naval Academy | 300 |
Indian Air Force Academy | 300 |
Officers’ Training Academy | 200 |
Application Process |
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UPSC CDS I 2025 Examination Online Application Steps:- Read The Notification : First of All Read the Complete Official Notification Carefully and Check Qualification, Application Fees, Important Dates, Age Limit & Relaxation, Selection Process Etc. Collect Required Documents : Collect The Required Documents Like Eligibility Proof, Mark Sheet, Photo, Signature, Identity Proof, Address Details and All The Basic Information For Application. Prepare Scanned Documents : Scan The Documents You Have Collected, Including Your Photo, Signature, Identity Proof, Mark Sheet, Address Details and All Others in the Specified Format. Fill The Application Form : Fill out the Form With Accurate & Updated Information. While Filling The Form, Double Check All The Columns Whether All Your Information is Entered Correctly. Check Application Preview : Before Final Submission, Please Preview Your Application Form. Verify That All Details Provided are Accurate and Complete. After This Go To The Next Step. Pay The Application Fees : If Any Fee is Applicable for the Application, Follow The Instructions to Make The Payment. Payment Can be Made Online / Offline as per the Given Steps. Submit Application Form : Once You Have Reviewed The Application Form and Made The Required Fees Payments, Submit the Final Application Form as per the Instructions Given. Print Final Application Form : Follow All The Instructions & After Successfully Submitting Your Application Form, Do Not Forget to Take a Printout Of The Final Submitted Form For Your Records. |
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Fill Online Form | 11/12/2024 | Click Here | |||||||||||
Full Notification | 11/12/2024 | Click Here | |||||||||||
Official Website | 11/12/2024 | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)
- What is the age limit for UPSC CDS (I) 2025?
- The age limit for various academies is as follows:
- IMA/INA: Born between 02/01/2002 and 01/01/2007
- AFA: Born between 02/01/2002 and 01/01/2006
- OTA (Men/Women): Born between 02/01/2001 and 01/01/2007
- The age limit for various academies is as follows:
- What are the educational qualifications required for each academy?
- IMA: Bachelor’s degree in any stream.
- INA: B.E./B.Tech degree.
- AFA: 12th passed with Physics, Mathematics, and a degree in any stream or B.E./B.Tech.
- OTA (Men/Women): Bachelor’s degree in any stream.
- What is the selection process for UPSC CDS (I) 2025?
- The selection process involves a written exam (300 marks for IMA/INA/AFA, 200 marks for OTA), followed by an SSB interview (300 marks for IMA/INA/AFA, 200 marks for OTA), document verification, and medical examination.
- What is the exam pattern for UPSC CDS (I) 2025?
- For IMA/INA/AFA: English (100 marks), General Knowledge (100 marks), and Elementary Mathematics (100 marks), with a total duration of 6 hours.
- For OTA: English (100 marks) and General Knowledge (100 marks), with a total duration of 4 hours.
- What is the application fee for UPSC CDS (I) 2025?
- The application fee is ₹200 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, while SC/ST candidates and all female candidates are exempt from the fee.
Conclusion:
The UPSC CDS (I) 2025 exam is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to serve in the Indian Armed Forces. By meeting the eligibility criteria and preparing rigorously for the exam, candidates can secure their place in the prestigious Indian Military Academy, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, or Officers Training Academy. Ensure to submit your application before the deadline and keep track of the exam details and dates to make the most of this career-defining opportunity.