CDS 1 Notification 2025 : Check Out CDS Exam Dates and other Details

UPSC CDS 1 Notification 2025 is out! Check the official exam dates, eligibility, application process, and selection criteria for CDS 1 2025. Stay updated with all the key details here.

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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has published the CDS 1 Notification 2025, inviting faculty to apply for the Combined Defence Services Examination (I) 2025. This examination is a coveted opportunity for a candidate to join the Indian Armed Forces. The exam for CDS 1 2025 will take place on 13 April 2025, and the window for applications to be submitted has been open from December 11 to December 31, 2024. Candidates are required to read and understand the eligibility, exam pattern and various details; before applying.

CDS 1 Notification 2025 Out

The UPSC conducts the CDS exam twice a year to recruit officers for the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and Officers’ Training Academy. The Combined Defence Services (CDS) 1 2025 exam is a critical stepping stone for those who are seeking to join the Indian Armed Forces.

Feature	Details
Exam Name	Combined Defence Services (CDS) 1 2025
Conducting Body	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam Frequency	Twice a year (CDS 1 & CDS 2)
Mode of Examination	Offline (Pen-and-Paper)
CDS 1 Notification 2025	11/12/2025
CDS 1 Exam Date 2025	13/04/2025
Application process	11 to 31 Dec 2024
Application Mode	Online
Vacancies	457
Official Website	upsc.gov.in

UPSC CDS 1 2025 Exam Date

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducted the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination (I), 2025 on April 13, 2025. This examination aimed to recruit candidates for various prestigious academies, including the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA). The official notification was released on December 11, 2024, with the application window open until December 31, 2024. Admit cards were made available on April 3, 2025, and the results were declared on April 28, 2025. The exam was conducted in three shifts: English (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM), General Knowledge (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM), and Elementary Mathematics (4:00 PM – 6:00 PM) .

UPSC CDS 1 Notification 2025 PDF

The Commission has released the CDS 1 Notification 2025 on its official website. The Notification has been released in PDF format. The Candidate preparing for the CDS 1 2025 can download the PDF from the direct link provided below. All important information, such as eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, the application process, and other important instructions for the exam, are available in the notification.

CDS 1 Notification 2025 PDF

Steps to Download CDS 1 Notification 2025 PDF?

Visit the Official UPSC Website: Go to the official UPSC portal: https://www.upsc.gov.in.
Navigate to the Examination Section:
- Click on the “Examinations” tab in the main menu.
- Select “Active Examinations” from the dropdown menu.
Locate CDS 1 2025:
- Find the link titled “Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2025” in the list of active examinations.
Download the Notification:
- Click on the link to open the CDS 1 2025 Notification PDF.
- Save it to your device for future reference.

CDS 1 2025 Vacancy 2025

A total of 457 vacancies have been released for the CDS 1 2025 recruitment. Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, offers 100 vacancies for the 160th (DE) Course, including 13 for NCC C Certificate holders. The Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, has 32 vacancies, with 6 reserved for NCC holders. The Air Force Academy, Hyderabad, provides 32 vacancies for the (Pre-Flying) Training Course, including 3 for NCC entrants. The Officers’ Training Academy, Chennai, offers 275 vacancies for the 123rd SSC (Men) (NT) Course and 18 for the 37th SSC Women (NT) Course.

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

UPSC CDS 1 Application Process 2025

The CDS 1 application 2025 process is conducted online through the UPSC official website. Follow these steps to complete your application:

Visit the UPSC Website: Go to upsc.gov.in.
Register for the Exam: Complete Part I registration by providing your personal, academic, and contact details.
Fill the Application Form: Log in with your credentials to complete Part II of the application.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and a valid photo ID.
Pay the Application Fee: INR 200 (General/OBC Male); No fee for SC/ST candidates and women.
Submit the Form: Double-check your details and apply.
Print the Confirmation Page: Keep a copy for future reference.