The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the CDS II 2025 form for students who want to join the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force as officers. This is a golden chance for those who dream of serving the nation.
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📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date to Apply | 28 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 June 2025 |
| Exam Date | 14 September 2025 |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
✅ Who Can Apply?
To apply for CDS II 2025:
- You must be a citizen of India
- Your age should be between 20 and 24 years (varies by post)
- You must have a graduation degree from a recognized university
Post-wise Education Required:
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | Graduation in any subject |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | Engineering degree |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | B.Sc. (Physics & Math) or Engineering |
| Officers’ Training Academy | Graduation in any subject |
🧾 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹200 |
| SC / ST / Female | ₹0 (No fee) |
Pay the fee using a debit card, credit card, or net banking.
📝 How to Fill the Form
- Visit: upsconline.nic.in
- Click on “CDS II 2025 Application”
- Register with your details
- Fill the online form carefully
- Upload your photo and signature
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and download your form for future use
🧪 Selection Process
The selection has 3 stages:
- Written Exam
- SSB Interview (Personality & Mental Test)
- Medical Test
📘 Written Exam Pattern
For IMA, INA, AFA:
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 100 |
| General Knowledge | 100 |
| Elementary Maths | 100 |
For OTA:
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| English | 100 |
| General Knowledge | 100 |
🔹 All questions are multiple choice (MCQs)
🔹 Negative marking for wrong answers
📌 Total Vacancies
| Academy | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy | 26 |
| Air Force Academy | 32 |
| Officers Training Academy (Men) | 276 |
| Officers Training Academy (Women) | 19 |
🟢 Total Posts: 453
📍 Key Information at a Glance
- 🏢 Organization: UPSC
- 📜 Exam: CDS II 2025
- 🌐 Website: upsconline.nic.in
- 📅 Exam Date: 14 September 2025
- 📊 Type: Government Job (Defence Sector)
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