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UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment Notification Out, Apply Online for 457 Vacancies – JK Chrome

UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification inviting applications from interested and eligible candidates for 457 posts.

As mentioned in the official notification of UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment, the upper age limit for the mentioned posts varies by the academy and course applied for. Candidates selected for these positions will undergo training at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), or Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), leading to a prestigious career in the Indian Armed Forces. The selection of applicants will be based on a written test and SSB interview.

Interested candidates who meet the requirements as mentioned in the notification of UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment can apply online through the official website of UPSC before the last date, i.e., 31st December 2024. Applicants must pay an application fee of ₹200, with exemptions for SC/ST and women candidates.

Required qualifications, age limit, and other post details are given in brief below. Check all the details before applying for the mentioned positions.


Overview of UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment

As mentioned in the employment notification released by UPSC, there are 457 posts to be filled through direct recruitment. We have tabulated the important details below:

Organisation Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post Name Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS)
No. of Posts 457
Category General, OBC, SC/ST, EWS
Type Govt
Job Location All India
Application Mode Online
Selection Process Written Test & SSB Interview
Last Date to Apply 31st December 2024
Official Website upsc.gov.in

Vacancy Details for UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment

The Union Public Service Commission invites applications from candidates fulfilling the required criteria to fill up the following vacant positions:

Academy Course Name Vacancies
Indian Military Academy (IMA) 160th (DE) Course (Commencing January 2026) 100
Indian Naval Academy (INA) Executive Branch Course (Commencing January 2026) 32
Air Force Academy (AFA) Pre-Flying Training Course No. 219 (January 2026) 32
Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) SSC (Men) 123rd Course (Commencing April 2026) 275
Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) SSC (Women) 37th Course (Commencing April 2026) 18

Eligibility Criteria of UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment

Below, we have summarized the required eligibility criteria, such as qualification, age limit, and experience. Candidates are advised to review the eligibility criteria before applying for any post mentioned in the notification.

Educational Qualification

As mentioned in the official notification of UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment, the post-wise qualification required is given below:

  • IMA: Degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
  • INA: Degree in Engineering from a recognized university.
  • AFA: Degree from a recognized university with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or Bachelor of Engineering.
  • OTA: Degree from a recognized university or equivalent.

Age Limit

Before applying, candidates must fulfill the age requirement criteria as mentioned in the notification of UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment:

  • IMA & INA: Unmarried males born between 2nd January 2002 and 1st January 2007.
  • AFA: 20 to 24 years as of 1st January 2026.
  • OTA: Men and women meeting age criteria as per rules.

Application Fee

Applicants must pay the following application fee while submitting their applications:

Category Application Fee
General/OBC ₹200
SC/ST/PwBD/Women Exempted

Fees must be paid online through net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.


Selection Process of UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment

The selection of applicants will be based on:

  1. Written Examination:
    • For IMA, INA, and AFA: 300 marks.
    • For OTA: 200 marks.
  2. SSB Interview:
    • Psychological Aptitude Test and Intelligence Test.

The final merit list will be prepared based on the combined scores of the written exam and SSB interview.


How to Apply for UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment

Candidates who wish to apply for UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment should follow the steps mentioned below:

Steps to Apply

  1. Visit the Official Website:
  2. Complete the Online Application:
    • Fill in all personal, educational, and professional details accurately.
  3. Upload Required Documents:
    • Photograph, signature, and identity proof.
  4. Pay the Application Fee:
    • Pay through the provided online modes.
  5. Submit the Form:
    • Verify all details and submit the form before 31st December 2024.

Important Dates

The important dates for UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment are mentioned in the table below:

Event Date
Notification Release Date 11th December 2024
Start Date to Apply Online 11th December 2024
Last Date to Apply Online 31st December 2024
Written Exam Date 13th April 2025

UPSC CDS 1 2025 Notification | Download PDF

Interested candidates can download the official notification of UPSC CDS 1 2025 Recruitment by clicking the link below to check the detailed information about the application process:



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