📌 Overview & Notification Details
Combined Defence Services (CDS) Exam, jo ki Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) dwara har saal conduct kiya jata hai, Indian Army, Navy, Air Force aur Indian Coast Guard ke liye officer cadets ko select karta hai. Ye ek national level exam hai, isliye eligibility, application process aur selection stages sabhi candidates ke liye same hoti hain. 2025 ki CDS notification 1 January 2025 ko UPSC ki official website par publish hui thi, aur ismein total 520 vacancies di gayi hain across different academies.
📋 Summary Highlights Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Combined Defence Services (CDS) Exam 2025 |
| Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Total Vacancies | 520 |
| Postings | IMA, OTA, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, Indian Coast Guard |
| Application Mode | Online (UPSC website) |
| Last Date to Apply | 2025-01-31 |
| Exam Date | 2025-02-28 |
| Eligibility | Graduate (minimum 10+2+3) with age 19-25 years (relaxations applicable) |
🔢 Vacancy & Post Breakdown Table
| Post / Academy | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) – Army | 150 |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) – Short Service Commission | 100 |
| Naval Academy – Indian Navy | 80 |
| Air Force Academy – Indian Air Force | 120 |
| Indian Coast Guard Academy | 70 |
| Total | 520 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility ko teen major categories mein divide kiya gaya hai – Age Limit, Educational Qualification, aur Domicile (All India). Neeche ek detailed table diya gaya hai jo aapko instantly clarity dega.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit (as on 1st August of exam year) | 19 to 25 years (minimum 19, maximum 25) |
| Age Relaxation |
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| Educational Qualification | Graduate (minimum 10+2+3) from a recognized university. Candidates with a valid 3‑year degree (any discipline) are eligible. 10+2+4 (B.Tech) holders also qualify. |
| Domicile | All India – koi state specific restriction nahi hai. |
💳 Application Fees & Payment Methods Table
| Service/Academy | Application Fee (INR) | Payment Modes |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 1500 | Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| Officers Training Academy (OTA) | 1200 | Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| Naval Academy | 1500 | Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| Air Force Academy | 1500 | Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| Indian Coast Guard Academy | 1200 | Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern Breakdown
CDS ka selection process teen stages mein hota hai – Written Examination, SSB Interview, aur Medical Test. Har stage ka weightage aur pattern niche diye gaye hain.
- Written Examination (2 papers – English & General Knowledge)
- Duration: 2 hours each
- Marks: 300 (150 each)
- Pattern: Objective type (MCQ)
- Negative marking: 0.33 for wrong answer
- SSB Interview (5 days)
- Day 1: Screening Test (IQ & Personality)
- Day 2-5: Psychological Tests, Group Testing, Personal Interview, Conference
- Total Marks: 900
- Medical Examination
- Physical standards set by Ministry of Defence
- Vision, hearing, blood group, height, weight, etc.
Final merit list written exam ke marks + SSB + Medical ke combined score se decide hoti hai.
🚀 Step-by-Step How to Apply Online
- Step 1 – Official UPSC Website Visit Karein : https://cds.upsc.gov.in
- Step 2 – New Registration : "New Registration" button par click karein, apna email ID, mobile number aur password set karein.
- Step 3 – Login : Registered credentials se login karein.
- Step 4 – Fill Application Form
- Personal Details (Name, DOB, Gender, Category)
- Educational Details (10th, 12th, Graduation)
- Service Preference (IMA, OTA, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, Coast Guard)
- Upload Documents (Photograph, Signature, Scanned certificates – see checklist below)
- Step 5 – Pay Application Fee : Preferred payment mode select karein, fee pay karne ke baad transaction receipt save kar lein.
- Step 6 – Review & Submit : Sabhi details double‑check karein, "Submit" button dabayein. Submission ke baad aapko Application ID mil jayegi – ise future reference ke liye zaroor note karein.
- Step 7 – Print Confirmation : Application form ka PDF download karein aur print out nikal lein. Ye aapke future correspondence ke liye important hai.
📂 Required Documents Checklist
- Recent passport size photograph (colored, 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm) – JPG/PNG, < 100 KB
- Scanned signature (transparent background) – JPG/PNG, < 50 KB
- 10th mark sheet (original & photocopy) – PDF
- 12th mark sheet (original & photocopy) – PDF
- Graduation degree certificate & mark sheet – PDF
- Category certificate (if applicable) – PDF
- Age proof (Birth certificate / Passport) – PDF
- SC/ST/OBC/Ex‑servicemen relaxation certificate (if applicable) – PDF
- Digital signature (optional for UPI payment) – PDF
Sabhi documents clear, readable aur specified size ke andar hone chahiye, warna application reject ho sakta hai.