UPSC CDS I Recruitment 2025 457 Posts

UPSC CDS I Recruitment 2025 457 Posts

UPSC CDS I Recruitment 2025 457 Posts : The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites online applications for the recruitment of 457 posts under the Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official website at www.upsc.gov.in from 11th December 2024 to 31st December 2024. Before applying, applicants must carefully read the UPSC CDS I 2025 notification to ensure their eligibility for the desired post.

Organization Name: Union Public Service Commission

Notification No: 04/2025.CDS-I Dated: 11.12.2024

Job Category: Central Government Jobs

Employment Type: Regular Basis

Total No of Vacancies: 457 Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2025 Posts

Place of Posting: All Over India

Vacancy Details :

S No	Name of the Course	Vacancies
1.	Indian Military Academy, Dehradun – 160th (DE) Course commencing in January 2026 [including 13 vacancies reserved for National Cadet Corps (NCC) `C’ Certificate (Army Wing) holders]	100
2.	Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala – Course commencing in Jan, 2026 Executive Branch (General Service)/Hydro [including 06 vacancies for National Cadet Corps (NCC) ‘C’ Certificate (Naval Wing) holders]	32
3.	Air Force Academy, Hyderabad – (Pre-Flying) The training course is set to begin in Jan, 2026 i.e. No. 219 F(P) Course. [including 03 vacancies reserved for National Cadet Corps (NCC) ‘C’ Certificate (Air Wing) holders through National Cadet Corps (NCC) Special Entry]	32
4.	Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai (Madras) 123rd SSC (Men) (NT) (UPSC) Course Commencing in April, 2026.	275
5.	Officers Training Academy, Chennai (Madras) 37th SSC Women (NT) (UPSC) Course commencing in April, 2026.	18
	Total	457

Eligibility Criteria:

Educational Qualification:

For I.M.A. and OTA, Chennai – Any Degree

For Indian Naval Academy – B.E/B.Tech

For Air Force Academy – Bachelor Degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Pattern or B.E/B.Tech

Age Limit :

• • For SSC (Men): Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than 2nd January 2001 and not later than 1st January 2007.
  • For SSC (Women): Unmarried women, widows, and divorcees (who have not remarried) born not earlier than 2nd January 2001 and not later than 1st January 2007.

Physical Standards: Candidates must be physically fit as per the physical standards specified in the official notification.

Salary Details

Stipend During Training: Rs. 56,100/- per month.

Post-Training Salary: As per the rank and allowances, starting at Pay Level 10 (Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500).

Additional Benefits: Dearness Allowance, Uniform Allowance, Free Medical Facilities, and other perks as applicable.

Selection Process: The selection process for UPSC CDS I 2025 involves:

Written Examination: Total duration for each subject is 2 hours.

For IMA, INA, and AFA:

• • • English: 100 marks
    • General Knowledge: 100 marks
    • Elementary Mathematics: 100 marks

For OTA:

• • • English: 100 marks
    • General Knowledge: 100 marks

SSB Interview

Stages:

• • • Stage 1: Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) Test and Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PP&DT).
    • Stage 2: Interview, Group Testing Officer Tasks, Psychology Tests, and Conference.

Maximum Marks: 300 for IMA, INA, and AFA; 200 for OTA.

Document Verification and Medical Examination

Exam Pattern:

Subject	Duration	Maximum Marks
English	2 Hours	100
General Knowledge	2 Hours	100
Elementary Mathematics (IMA, INA, AFA only)	2 Hours	100
Total		300/200

How to Apply

Visit the Official Website: Go to https://upsc.gov.in/.

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR): If you are a new user, complete the OTR process.

Fill in the Application Form: Log in with your credentials and complete the application form with your personal, educational, and contact details.

Upload Required Documents: Scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and ID proof as per the specified dimensions.

Pay the Application Fee:

General/OBC: Rs. 200/-

SC/ST/Female: Exempted

Payment can be made online through net banking, debit/credit card, or offline via challan.

Submit the Application Form: Verify all entered details before submitting the form. Save and print a copy of the application form for future reference.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 11th December 2024
• Online Application End Date: 31st December 2024
• Admit Card Release Date: To be announced
• Written Examination Date: 21st April 2025

Important Links

• Official Notification: Click Here
• Apply Online: Click HereCandidates are advised to prepare thoroughly for the written examination and SSB interview. Ensure that all eligibility criteria are met and apply well in advance to avoid any last-minute issues. Best wishes for your application and future career!