Website Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Union Public Service Commission has released the UPSC CDS 2 Exam Notification 2025 for various defence academy posts. Candidates can apply online from 28th May 2025 to 17th June 2025.
Stay updated on India’s latest government job opportunities by visiting the careerbywell page, informing you about the newest openings in 2025.
Table of Contents
About Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India’s central agency authorized to conduct various prestigious examinations including the Civil Services Exam, Engineering Services Exam, and Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination.
UPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2025
UPSC has announced the CDS 2 Examination 2025 to recruit candidates for Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officer Training Academy.
UPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Combined Defence Services (CDS) II Exam 2025 |
| Education Qualification | Graduation (varies by post, see below) |
| Age Limit | 20 to 24 years |
| Number of Vacancies | Not Disclosed |
| Application Start Date | 28th May 2025 |
| Application End Date | 17th June 2025 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 200 (Exempted for SC/ST/Female) |
| Salary | As per defence pay matrix |
| Mode of Application | Online |
UPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
- For IMA & OTA: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream
- For INA: Degree in Engineering
- For Air Force Academy: Degree in any stream with Physics and Math at 10+2 level
- Age Limit: Minimum 20 years and Maximum 24 years (as per the post)
UPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview (Stage I and Stage II)
UPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2025 Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary and allowances as per the defence services pay matrix applicable to the respective academies.
UPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
- General/OBC Candidates: Rs. 200
- SC/ST/Female Candidates: Nil
UPSC CDS 2 Recruitment 2025 Application Process
- Visit the official website: upsc.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Recruitment” or “Examinations” section
- Click on the UPSC CDS 2 Exam Notification 2025
- Register and fill out the online application form
- Upload necessary documents and pay the fee (if applicable)
- Submit and take a printout of the application form
Official Notification:Click here