What was the overall difficulty level of the CDS 1 2025 exam?

As per the students' feedback, the overall difficulty level and good attempts of CDS 1 2025 exam are mentioned below: Exam paper Overall Difficulty Level Good attempts English Moderate 87-93 GK Moderate 85 to 90 Maths Moderate 70-80

When will the CDS 2 result 2025 be released?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducted the CDS 2 exam 2025 on September 14, 2025, at various centres across the country. The CDS 2 2025 result has been released on the official website. Candidates who appeared for the CDS 2 exam in 2025 can check their result. It has been released in the PDF format containing the roll numbers of qualified candidates, which can be downloaded from the official website. The CDS result declaration process occurs in two stages: first, the written examination results will be released, followed by the final results, which include the SSB Interview.

How do I check CDS OTA Result?

The CDS OTA Result will be released on the official website. Candidates can check below the steps: Visit the official website Click on the CDS OTA result link Click on the result PDF link The CDS OTA result will appear on the screen Download the CDS OTA result PDF and save it for later use

What are the CDS 2026 exam dates?

The Commission released the CDS 1 and 2 2026 notification, application process and exam dates on the official website at upsc.gov.in. The CDS 1 2026 notification will be released on December 10, 2025. The CDS 1 2026 application dates are December 12 to December 30, 2025. The CDS 1 2026 exam will be held on April 12, 2026. On the other hand, CDS 2 2026 notification will be announced on May 20, 2026 and the last date to apply will be June 9, 2026. The CDS 2 2026 exam will be conducted on September 13, 2026.

How many vacancies are announced in CDS 2026?

The Union Public Service Commission will release the CDS 1 examination 2026 vacancies on the official website. It will be released around for various defence services.

How are candidates assessed in CDS SSB Interview?

The CDS selection process comprises two stages: a written exam and an SSB interview. All candidates who qualify for the written exam are required to register themselves online on the Indian Army Recruiting website - joinindianarmy.nic.in, within two weeks of the announcement of the written test result. After that, candidates are allotted SSB dates and centres.The SSB procedure consists of a two-stage selection process—stage I and stage II. Only those candidates who clear stage I are permitted to appear for stage II. Stage I comprises Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) tests and Picture Perception Description Tests (PP&DT). Stage II Comprises of an interview, Group Testing Officer Tasks, Psychology Tests and the conference.

What are the last month tips to prepare for CDS 1 2026 exam?

In the last month of preparation for CDS 1 2026, candidates should focus on comprehensive revision of all the key topics, practice mock tests regularly, Work on weak areas, frequent revision, update yourself with current affairs, maintain physical and mental health, focus on areas in which you feel less confident, go through previous year question papers, analyse performance after each mock test, focus on time management, etc.

Is CDS 2 2025 exam dates released?

Yes, the authority released the CDS 2 exam dates, notification dates on the official website. The CDS 2 exam 2025 will be conducted on September 14, 2025. Also, the CDS 2 2025 notification will be released on May 28, 2025. The last date to apply for CDS 2 2025 is June 17, 2025.

Is it compulsory to give CDS mock test?

The CDS exam requires in depth knowledge and clarity of concepts or conceptual clarity. So, regular solving of mock tests of the CDS exam is essential. It provides an additional advantage that a candidate requires to succeed in the exam. It also helps to test the preparation level and evaluate the progress of the candidate.

Why is it important to give CDS mock tests?

The CDS exam is conducted twice a year for admission to IMA, Indian Naval Academy, and Air Force Academy. Basically, it works as a tool for students to prepare for an upcoming exam. Candidate will get an idea of the actual examination. Mock tests make candidates realise their mistakes that must be taken care of before going to the exam.

How do I download the UPSC CDS 2 2025 recommended marks?

Candidates can download the UPSC CDS 2 2025 recommended marks by following the steps given below: Go to the official website Click on the CDS 2 2025 recommended marks link Click on the PDF link The CDS 2 2025 recommended marks PDF will appear on the screen Download the CDS 2 2025 marks and save it for later use

Where can a candidate find the download link of CDS 1 Result 2026?

The download link for the CDS 1 Result 2026 will be available on the UPSC website and also on our Shiksha page.

How do I proceed after CDS 2 Result 2026?

The candidates who will qualify for the CDS 2 result in 2026 will proceed to the SSB interview. The CDS 2 result 2026 will be released on the official website. Basically, the result PDF, cut-off marks, and the final merit-list will guide candidates on their next steps, mainly for the SSB interview round.

What details are mentioned in the CDS Result PDF?

The CDS examination 2026 includes papers English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics. The result will be prepared in PDF format and contains the names and roll numbers of all successful candidates.

What are the correction dates for CDS 1 2025 application form?

CDS 1 2025 application form correction window was closed. The authority extended the last date to apply for the CDS 1 2025. The last date to apply for CDS 1 2025 was January 1, 2025.

How to make corrections in the CDS Application Form 2026?

Candidates can check below the steps to make corrections in the CDS 1 application form 2026: Visit the official website Click on the link available for CDS 1 form correction Log in to the registered account using login credentials Make corrections to the CDS 1 application correction Save and print a copy of the modified CDS 1 application form Log out from the registered profile

Which book is best for Maths CDS preparation 2025?

It is important for a candidate to clear basics and concepts. Questions asked in this section are of Class 10 standard. Candidates can check below CDS Maths books that will help in the preparation: Mathematics for CDS by RS Aggarwal Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by RS Aggarwal Pathfinder for CDS by Arihant Publications

What is the age limit for CDS 2 2025?

Candidates can check below the CDS 2 2025 age limit: IMA: Candidates for IMA should be unmarried and must have been born not earlier than July 2, 2002, and not later than July 1, 2007. INA: Unmarried male candidates born not earlier than July 2, 2002, and not later than July 1, 2007, can apply for INA. AFA: To apply for AFA, the age of candidates should be between 20 and 24 years. They must have been born not earlier than July 2, 2002, and not later than July 1, 2006. The upper age limit of candidates holding valid and current Commercial Pilot Licence issued by DGCA (India) is relaxed up to 26 years (i, e born not earlier than July 2, 2000, and not later than July 1, 2006).

Has UPSC launched a new online application portal for CDS 2 2025 exam?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) launched a new Online Application Portal to streamline the registration process for all exams. The new portal was live at upsconline.nic.in and replaces the older One-Time Registration (OTR) module, which now will no longer be functional. As per the official notification, candidates are advised to use their Aadhaar Card as ID documents for easy, effortless and seamless verification and authentication of ID and other details. The New Application Portal officially launched on May 28, 2025. Applications for the CDS 2 exam 2025 was accepted through the new online application portal.

How do I download CDS answer key 2025?

Candidates can download the official answer key of CDS, steps are mentioned below: Click the given links for the CDS answer key On a new page, the answer key opens in PDF format Download the answer key and save it

Has the exam conducting authority released CDS written exam answer key?

The authority (UPSC) will release the CDS answer key for the written examination on the official website.

What is the Full Form of CDS?

CDS full form is the Combined Defence Services Examination. While some people also refer CDS full form as Chief of Defence Staff, this rank is given to the head of the Indian Armed Forces. It is conducted twice a year in April and September. It is a national-level exam conducted to recruit candidates for officer posts. The selection process comprises written exam and SSB interview. The minimum educational qualification needed to appear for CDS exam is graduation from a recognised Indian university.

When will the CDS 1 2026 exam be conducted?

The Commission released the CDS 1 and 2 exam date 2026 on the official website in a calendar. The CDS 1 exam will be conducted on April 12, 2026 and the CDS 2 exam will be conducted on September 13, 2026. The candidates must be aware that these dates are released by UPSC through the exam calendar. However, the candidates can prepare for the CDS exams according to the exam date.

Is CDS Question Paper 2025 released officially?

Yes, the examination authority will release the CDS Question Papers 2025 officially on the official website. The question papers will be released in the form of PDF. Candidates will be able to download the CDS question papers 2025 from this page also for free. The question papers will help candidates to check the difficulty level of the exam, questions asked, pattern changed or not, etc.

How do I download CDS Question papers 2025?

Candidates can check below the steps to download the CDS question papers for free. Visit our website; Shiksha.com. Create your profile by mentioning certain details. Once a profile is generated, you will be able to download the question papers for free. Download and save it.

What is the syllabus of CDS General knowledge?

General Knowledge section test awareness of current events and general knowledge of the candidates. Important topics include history of India, Geography, Current Affairs, Indian Polity, Economy, Science and Technology, Defence news, etc.

What is the syllabus of CDS Math 2026?

The syllabus of Mathematics consists of Arithmetic, Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, Mensuration, and Statistics.

CDS 2025: CDS 1 Final Result (Released), CDS 2 Result (OUT), Cut Off, Question Papers & Pattern

626 Students Q&A

Registration - 10 Dec '25 - 30 Dec '25

Updated on Oct 13, 2025 00:39 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

CDS 2025: The Commission released the CDS 1 2025 Final Result. 365 ( 227 + 103 + 35 ) candidates are qualified on the basis of the results and SSB interviews held by the Services Selection Board of the Ministry of Defence for admission to the 160th (DE) Course of Indian Military Academy, Dehradun; Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala and Air Force Academy, Hyderabad (Pre-Flying) Training Course i.e. No. 219 F(P) Course. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released the CDS 2 result 2025 on the official website at upsc.gov.in on October 9. Candidates can also check their result name and roll number wise below. 9085 candidates qualified for being interviewed by the Service Selection Board. The UPSC CDS 2 exam was conducted on September 14, 2025. The authority also released the CDS 2 question papers officially. Scroll down to know more details about the CDS 2 2025, including CDS exam pattern, CDS Syllabus, dates, CDS eligibility, vacancies, exam pattern, syllabus, selection process, and more.

CDS 2026 Exam Dates OUT

As per the official calendar, the CDS 1 2026 notification and application form will be released on December 10, 2025. The last date to apply for UPSC CDS 1 is December 30, 2025. The CDS 1 exam will be conducted on April 12, 2026. On the other hand, CDS 2 notification and application will be released on May 20, 2026 and the last date to apply will be June 9, 2026. The CDS 2 exam will be held on September 13, 2026.

Latest News & Updates

CDS 1 Final Result 2025 Released @upsc.gov.in; Check Toppers’ List

CDS 2026 Dates OUT; UPSC CDS 1 Notification in December

Important Links:

CDS 1 2025 Final Result Released PDF	Download Here
CDS 2 2025 Result Roll Number-Wise	Check Here
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Table of content

CDS 2 Result 2025 OUT
CDS Exam Dates & Schedule
CDS Expected Cut Off 2025
CDS Question Paper & Mock Test 2025
CDS Answer Key 2025
CDS Exam Analysis 2025
CDS Admit Card 2025
CDS Syllabus & Pattern 2025
CDS Notification & Application Form 2025
What is CDS Exam, Dates & Schedule 2025
CDS Vacancy 2025
CDS Books & Preparation Tips 2025
UPSC CDS Selection Process & Recommended Marks 2025
CDS Exam 2025 FAQs

CDS 2 Result 2025 OUT

CDS Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CDS 2025 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
10 Dec ' 25	CDS 1 Notification 2026
10 Dec ' 25 - 30 Dec ' 25	CDS 1 Application Process 2026
12 Apr ' 26	CDS 1 Exam 2026
20 May ' 26	CDS 2 Notification 2026
20 May ' 26 - 09 Jun ' 26	CDS 2 Application Process 2026
13 Sep ' 26	CDS 2 Exam Date 2026