Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Combined Defence Services (CDS) I Examination 2025 notification. Candidates interested in this recruitment can apply online from 11 December 2024 to 31 December 2024. Read the notification for eligibility, post details, selection procedure, age limit, pay scale, and other information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Begin | 11/12/2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31/12/2024 (Till 06:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Exam Fee | 31/12/2024 |
| Modify/Edit Form | 01-07 January 2025 |
| UPSC CDS I 2025 Exam Date | 13/04/2025 |
| Admit Card Released | Before Exam |
| Result Declared | Notified Soon |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| General / OBC | ₹200 |
| SC / ST / Female | ₹0 (Exempted) |
| Payment Method | Through Challan, Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card |
Age Limit (As on 01/01/2025)
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 02/01/2002 to 01/01/2007 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 02/01/2002 to 01/01/2007 |
| Air Force Academy | 02/01/2002 to 01/01/2006 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) | 02/01/2001 to 01/01/2007 |
| OTA Women | 02/01/2001 to 01/01/2007 |
UPSC CDS I 2025 Vacancy Details (Total 457 Posts)
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 100 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 32 |
| Air Force Academy | 32 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) | 275 |
| OTA Women | 18 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | Bachelor's degree in any stream from any recognized university |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | Bachelor's degree in Engineering from any recognized university |
| Air Force Academy | Bachelor's degree in any stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level OR Bachelor's degree in Engineering |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) | Bachelor's degree in any stream from any recognized university |
| OTA Women | Bachelor's degree in any stream from any recognized university |
How to Fill UPSC CDS I Exam 2025 Online Form
- Step 1: Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process, which is mandatory for all UPSC recruitments.
- Step 2: Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Step 3: Ensure all necessary documents are ready, such as eligibility details, ID proof, address details, and basic details.
- Step 4: Upload the scanned documents (Photo, Signature, ID Proof, etc.).
- Step 5: Review the application form before submission.
- Step 6: Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Step 7: Print a copy of the final submitted form for reference.
Important Links
This job post provides all the essential details for candidates interested in applying for the UPSC Combined Defence Services (CDS) I Examination 2025.