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UPSC CDS I Exam Final Result 2025

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Union Public Service Commission has declared the UPSC CDS I Final Result 2025 for 457 posts on October 10, 2025, at upsc.gov.in. The final merit list is based on written exam and SSB interview performance. Successful candidates are recommended for admission to Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officers Training Academy.

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Job posting details and requirements
Organization Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Total Vacancies 457
Pay Scale ₹56,100 - 1,77,500
Minimum Qualification Graduate
State/Region All India
Application Start Date
Application Last Date
Admit Card Release Date
Result Declaration Status
Official Website https://upsc.gov.in/

Complete Details

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) 

Combined Defence Services Examination (I) 2025

Short Details of Notification 

SarkariJob.Com 

Important Dates

  • Application Begin : 11-12-2024
  • Last Date for Apply Online: 31-12-2024 upto 11:59 PM
  • Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 31-12-2024
  • Correction Date : 01-01-2025 to 07-01-2025
  • Exam Date : 13-04-2025
  • Admit Card Available : 04-04-2025
  • Result Announced : 10-10-2025

Application Fee

  • General / OBC : ₹200/-
  • EWS : ₹200/-
  • SC / ST : No Fee
  • Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking Only.

Age Limit & Selection Process

  • Age Limit: Minimum 20 years and Maximum 24 years (as on 01-07-2024)
  • Selection Process: Written Examination (Objective Type - 300 Marks for IMA/INA/AFA, 200 Marks for OTA) + Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview (900 Marks) + Medical Examination + Final Merit List

Result Details - Total Selected - 457

Academy NameTotal SelectedEligibility/Details
Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), Officers Training Academy (OTA) 457
  • Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university; For IMA/OTA: Any Degree; For INA: Engineering Degree; For AFA: Degree with Physics & Maths at 10+2 or Engineering.

     

Physical Eligibility Standards

Male Candidates

Female Candidates

CategoryGeneral/OBCCategoryGeneral/OBC
Height157 cmHeight152 cm
WeightProportionate to heightWeightProportionate to height
Chest (Unexpanded)77 cm--
Chest (Expanded)82 cm--

Physical Efficiency Test Standards

Test TypeStandards
1.6 KM RaceMale: 5 min 30 sec | Female: 6 min 30 sec
Chin-ups/Pull-upsMale: 6 times (minimum) | Female: Not Applicable

Salary & Pay Scale Details

  • Lieutenant (Starting Rank): Level 10 - ₹56,100 - 1,77,500/- (7th Pay Commission)
  • Additional Benefits: DA (Currently 50%), HRA (24% in X Cities), Medical, Travel Allowance, Pension, Group Insurance
  • Job Security: Defence Services Employee Benefits with Promotion Opportunities
  • Career Growth: Regular promotions based on performance and departmental examinations

Exam Pattern & Competition Analysis

  • Exam Type: Objective Multiple Choice
  • Total Questions: 300 Questions for 300 Marks (IMA/INA/AFA), 200 for OTA
  • Duration: 6 Hours (2 Hours per Paper)
  • Negative Marking: 1/3rd Mark Deducted for Wrong Answers
  • Competition Ratio: Approximately 1:100 (High competition)
  • Preparation Time: 6-12 months recommended for comprehensive preparation

SSB Interview Centers

  • India: Allahabad, Bhopal, Bangalore, Kapurthala, Dehradun, Varanasi, etc.
  • Center Allocation: Based on candidate's preference and availability
  • Candidates to report with required documents including educational certificates, ID proof, and medical fitness certificate

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