UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 453 Defence Posts

🔔 UPSC CDS II Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 453 Defence Posts

Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Last Date to Apply: 17th June 2025

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination II 2025. This recruitment offers 453 vacancies across Indian Military Academy, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officers’ Training Academy. Eligible candidates can apply online now.

📋 Vacancy Details:

• Indian Military Academy (IMA): 100 Posts
• Indian Naval Academy (INA): 26 Posts
• Air Force Academy (AFA): 32 Posts
• Officers’ Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (Men): 276 Posts
• OTA, Chennai (Women): 19 Posts

✅ Eligibility Criteria:

Nationality: Indian citizens or eligible migrants as per UPSC norms.

Age Limit (as on 1st July 2026):

• IMA/INA: Unmarried male candidates born between 2nd July 2002 and 1st July 2007.
• AFA: 20 to 24 years old (with relaxation up to 26 years for CPL holders).
• OTA (Men/Women): Candidates born between 2nd July 2001 and 1st July 2007.

Educational Qualification:

• IMA & OTA: Graduate in any discipline.
• INA: B.E./B.Tech or equivalent engineering degree.
• AFA: Graduate with Physics & Math at 10+2 level or Engineering Degree.

💰 Application Fee:

• General/OBC: ₹200/-
• SC/ST/Female: Exempted

Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card) or Offline via SBI Challan.

📝 How to Apply:

1. Visit https://upsconline.nic.in
2. Click on “Online Application for Various Examinations”.
3. Select “CDS II Examination 2025”.
4. Complete the application form and upload required documents.
5. Pay the application fee and submit.

📅 Important Dates:

• Application Start Date: 28th May 2025
• Last Date to Apply: 17th June 2025
• Exam Date: 14th September 2025
• Admit Card: To be announced

🔗 Important Links:

• 👉 Apply Online
• 📄 View Full Notification
• 🌐 UPSC Official Website

❓ FAQs:

Q: How many posts are available under UPSC CDS II 2025?
A: A total of 453 posts.

Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 17th June 2025.

Q: Who can apply for the AFA?
A: Candidates with a degree and Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 level or B.E./B.Tech holders.

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📌 Tip for Aspirants: Practice previous CDS papers and focus on General Knowledge and English. Stay updated with defence-related current affairs!