Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the final result for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) II Examination 2025. A total of 453 vacancies were available across various academies. The exam was conducted on 14 September 2025, with the application deadline on 20 June 2025. Candidates can check their results on the official UPSC website. Eligibility criteria include a Bachelor's degree for different academies. The final result was declared on 30 March 2026.
Important Dates
Start Date
28-05-2025
Last Date
20-06-2025
Exam Date
14-09-2025
Admit Card
04-09-2025
Result Date
09-10-2025
Correction / Edit Form
07-07-2025
Final Result
30-03-2026
Age Limit Details
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 20 Years, Maximum Age: 24 Years
Age as on
01-07-2025
Application Fee Details
General, OBC
₹200
SC / ST
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancy
453
Indian Military Academy IMA
100
Air Force Academy
32
Indian Naval Academy
26
Officers Training Academy OTA
295
Eligibility Criteria
IMA & OTA: Bachelor’s degree in any stream
Naval Academy: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Air Force: Bachelor’s degree in any stream, with Physics and Math in 10+2
Naval Academy: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Air Force: Bachelor’s degree in any stream, with Physics and Math in 10+2
How to Apply
Visit the official UPSC website, navigate to the Examination/Results section, find the CDS II Result 2025 link, and download the PDF to check your result.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Has the UPSC CDS II Final Result 2026 been declared?
A: Yes, the UPSC has officially released the CDS II Final Result 2026.
A: Yes, the UPSC has officially released the CDS II Final Result 2026.
Q: Where can candidates check the UPSC CDS II Result 2025?
A: Candidates can check the result on the official UPSC website under the 'Examination / Written Results' section.
A: Candidates can check the result on the official UPSC website under the 'Examination / Written Results' section.
Q: What is the format of the UPSC CDS II Result?
A: The result is released in PDF format, containing the Roll Numbers and Names of qualified candidates.
A: The result is released in PDF format, containing the Roll Numbers and Names of qualified candidates.
Q: Do candidates need login credentials to check the result?
A: No, the CDS II result can be viewed directly without login — just download the official PDF file.
A: No, the CDS II result can be viewed directly without login — just download the official PDF file.
Q: What is the official website for UPSC?
A: The official website for UPSC is https://upsc.gov.in/
A: The official website for UPSC is https://upsc.gov.in/
Q: What are the eligibility criteria for UPSC CDS II?
A: Eligibility varies by academy: IMA & OTA require a Bachelor's degree in any stream, Naval Academy requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, and Air Force requires a Bachelor's degree with Physics and Math in 10+2.
A: Eligibility varies by academy: IMA & OTA require a Bachelor's degree in any stream, Naval Academy requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, and Air Force requires a Bachelor's degree with Physics and Math in 10+2.
Q: What is the age limit for UPSC CDS II?
A: The age limit is 20 to 24 years as of 01 July 2025.
A: The age limit is 20 to 24 years as of 01 July 2025.
Q: How can candidates apply for UPSC CDS II?
A: Candidates must apply online through the official UPSC website during the application period.
A: Candidates must apply online through the official UPSC website during the application period.
Q: What is the application fee for UPSC CDS II?
A: The application fee is ₹200 for General and OBC categories, while SC/ST candidates are exempted.
A: The application fee is ₹200 for General and OBC categories, while SC/ST candidates are exempted.
Q: What is the selection process for UPSC CDS II?
A: The selection process includes a written test followed by an SSB interview.
A: The selection process includes a written test followed by an SSB interview.