UPSC CDS I Exam 2025: Apply Online for 457 Vacancies

Last Updated: 27 March 2025 | 01:38 PM

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Combined Defence Services (CDS) I 2025 notification for 457 vacancies in the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force, and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA). Eligible candidates can apply online from 11 December 2024 to 01 January 2025.

📌 Key Highlights:

  • Exam Date: 13 April 2025
  • Total Vacancies: 457 Posts
  • Admit Card: Released before the exam
  • Result: To be announced soon

📅 Important Dates:

EventDate
Application Starts11 December 2024
Last Date to Apply01 January 2025 (6 PM)
Exam Date13 April 2025

💰 Application Fee:

  • General/OBC: ₹200
  • SC/ST/Female: Exempted
  • Payment Mode: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, Challan

🎯 Vacancy Details & Eligibility:

PostVacanciesAge LimitEligibility
Indian Military Academy (IMA)10002/01/2002 to 01/01/2007Bachelor’s Degree (Any Stream)
Indian Naval Academy (INA)3202/01/2002 to 01/01/2007B.E./B.Tech or Equivalent
Air Force Academy3202/01/2002 to 01/01/2006Degree with Physics & Maths at 10+2 or Engineering Degree
Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) Men27502/01/2001 to 01/01/2007Bachelor’s Degree (Any Stream)
OTA (Women)18Same as OTA (Men)Bachelor’s Degree (Any Stream)

📝 How to Apply for UPSC CDS I 2025?

  1. One-Time Registration (OTR): Register on the UPSC OTR Portal.
  2. Fill Application Form: Complete the CDS I 2025 form before 01 January 2025.
  3. Pay Fee (if applicable): Submit ₹200 (General/OBC) via online mode.
  4. Download Confirmation: Take a printout for future reference.

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