The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Combined Defence Services (CDS) II 2025 Result for candidates who appeared in the written examination. Candidates can now download the result PDF and check their roll numbers from the official website upsc.gov.in.
The Combined Defence Services Examination (II) 2025 was conducted on 14 September 2025, and the written examination result was declared on 9 October 2025.
Candidates who qualify in the written exam will be called for the SSB Interview, which is the next stage of the selection process for admission into defence academies.
UPSC CDS II 2025 Result – Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Combined Defence Services (CDS) II 2025 |
| Exam Date | 14 September 2025 |
| Result Release Date | 09 October 2025 |
| Result Mode | Online (PDF Merit List) |
| Vacancies | 453 Posts |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
The result PDF contains the roll numbers of candidates who have qualified for the next stage (SSB Interview).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 28 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 June 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | 04 September 2025 |
| Exam Date | 14 September 2025 |
| Written Result | 09 October 2025 |
Vacancies Details
The recruitment through CDS II 2025 was conducted to fill 453 vacancies in various defence academies:
- Indian Military Academy (IMA)
- Indian Naval Academy (INA)
- Air Force Academy (AFA)
- Officers Training Academy (OTA)
These academies train candidates for officer-level positions in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
How to Check UPSC CDS II 2025 Result
Follow these steps to download the result:
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Go to the “What’s New” section on the homepage.
- Click on the link “CDS II 2025 Written Result”.
- Download the result PDF file.
- Use Ctrl + F and enter your Roll Number.
- If your roll number appears in the list, you have qualified for the next stage.
Selection Process
The CDS recruitment process includes the following stages:
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview (Intelligence & Personality Test)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Candidates who clear the written exam are called for the SSB interview conducted by the Service Selection Board.
Number of Candidates Qualified
According to official information, around 9,085 candidates have been shortlisted from the written examination for the SSB interview round.
Final Result Update
Recent reports indicate that the final result for CDS II 2025 was later declared in March 2026, where 302 candidates were recommended for admission to defence academies after completing the SSB interview and other selection stages.
Important Links
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| Download Final Result | Click Here |
| Download Name Wise Result | Click Here |
| Download Result | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Online Correction Link | Click Here |
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| OTR Registration | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
FAQ – UPSC CDS II Result 2025
Q1. When was the UPSC CDS II 2025 result released?
The written exam result was released on 09 October 2025.
Q2. What was the exam date for CDS II 2025?
The exam was conducted on 14 September 2025.
Q3. How many vacancies were announced in CDS II 2025?
A total of 453 vacancies were announced.
Q4. What is the next stage after the CDS written exam?
Candidates must appear for the SSB Interview.
Q5. How can I check my CDS II result?
You can download the result PDF from the UPSC official website and search your roll number.