UPSC CDS Result 2025: Check CDS 1 Result 2024, Final Merit List, Cut-Off Scores & More

Exam On - 13 Apr '25

Updated on Jan 14, 2025 10:58 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

CDS Result 2025: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the CDS 1 Result 2024 of recommended candidates on the official website. Candidates who appeared for CDS 1 2024 can check the marks. A direct link is also provided below. The list has written test marks, SSB marks, and the final total along with the name of candidates and date of birth. The UPSC released the CDS 1 final merit list 2024 at upsc.gov.in. 590 applicants in all made it to the final list. Of these, 120 are women and 470 are men who will be enrolled in the 35th Short Service Commission Women (NonTechnical) and 121st Short Service Commission Course (Men), which will start in April 2025. are men who will be enrolled in the 35th Short Service Commission Women (NonTechnical) and 121st Short Service Commission Course (Men), which will start in April 2025. Candidates can check below their result.

Furrther, the authority will release the CDS 1 2025 result on the official website. The direct link to download the CDS result will be made available on the official website. Also, a direct link will be provided to check the CDS result 2025. The result of CDS 2025 will be declared roll number-wise and then name-wise.

UPSC CDS is one of the most sought-after career options after graduation for aspirants who want to join the defence sector-Army, Navy and Air Force. After clearing the written exam and SSB interview, candidates will secure admission to the prestigious Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers' Training Academy (OTA). To get admission to the Indian Armed Forces academies, the candidates have to secure the CDS cut off marks which the UPSC releases after analysing the marks secured by the candidates. The candidates can check their expected scores by analysing the CDS answer key released by the coaching institutes. However, the final answer key is released by the UPSC after the recruitment of the candidates in the academy. The candidates can access the UPSC CDS result PDF on the official website-upsc.gov.in. The candidates who qualify for the CDS written exam will be called for the SSB (Selection Service Board) interview.

Direct Link: Check CDS 1 Result 2024 of recommended candidates

CDS Latest News & Updates

CDS I 2024 Final Merit List Out; Download at upsc.gov.in

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the expected cut off for the CDS 2 2025 exam?

The candidates can check the expected CDS 2 expected cut off below in the table:

Academy	Written Exam	Final Exam
IMA (Indian Military Academy)	120-125	245-255
INA (Indian Naval Academy)	110-125	240-250
AFA (Air Force Academy)	145-150	265-270
OTA (Officers’ Training Academy) men	85-100	160-170
OTA (Officers’ Training Academy) women	90-100	165-170

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Q: When will CDS 1 result 2025 be released?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will conduct the CDS 2 exam 2025 on April 13, 2025, at various centres across the country. The CDS 1 2025 result will be released after the conduction of an exam on the official website. Candidates who will appear for the CDS 1 exam in 2025 will be able to check their result. It will be 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.

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Q: How to Download the CDS 1 Result 2025?

The candidates can download the CDS 1 2025 result by following the steps given below:

Go to the official website
Click on the CDS 1 Written exam result link
The CDS 1 Result PDF link will appear on the screen
Click on the CDS 1 Result PDF link
The UPSC CDS result PDF will appear on the screen
Check the results and save it for later use

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Table of content

CDS Result 2024 Released
CDS Exam Dates & Schedule
How to Download the UPSC CDS 1 Result 2025 @upsc.gov.in?
CDS OTA Result 2025
UPSC CDS 2 Expected Cut Off 2025
UPSC CDS 1 Expected Cut Off 2025
UPSC CDS Previous Years Cut off
CDS Result: Score Calculation Process
CDS Marksheet 2025
CDS Result: Preparation of Merit List
CDS Public Disclosure of Scores
CDS Result: Previous Years' Toppers
CDS Result 2025 FAQs

CDS Result 2024 Released

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) released the CDS 1 Final merit list 2024. 590 (470 + 120) candidates who have finally qualified on the basis of the results of the Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2024 conducted by the Union Public Service Commission and Interviews held
by the Services Selection Board of the Ministry of Defence. Of 590 candidates, 120 are women and 470 are men who will be enrolled in the 35th Short Service Commission Women (NonTechnical) and 121st Short Service Commission Course (Men), which will start in April 2025.

The authority released the CDS 1 Final Result 2024 on October 21, 2024 on the official website. The CDS 1 result 2024 was released on July 31, 2024. According to the CDS 1 2024 final result, 237 candidates were declared qualified and finally shortlisted for admission to the 158th (DE) Course of Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala and Air Force Academy, Hyderabad (Pre-Flying) Training Course i.e. No. 217 F(P) Course. Candidates can check below through the direct link shared below. The authority also released the CDS 2 result 2024 that is the name-wise list of qualified candidates for the exam conducted on September 1, 2024. The the CDS 2 result 2024 was released on Sepember 20, 2024.The UPSC CDS result PDF comprises the roll numbers of the candidates who qualified for the written exam. Based on the CDS 2 name-wise results, 8,796 candidates have qualified for interviews by the Service Selection Board (SSB) of the Ministry of Defence.

Download CDS 1 FInal Merit List 2024 PDF: Click Here

Download CDS 1 Final Result 2024 PDF: Click Here

CDS 2 Name-Wise Result 2024 PDF: Click Here

CDS 2 Result PDF Direct Link: Click Here

CDS 1 Result PDF Direct Link: Click Here

Also Read: CDS 2024 Syllabus

Commonly asked questions

Q: When the CDS 1 2024 result announced?

The Union Public Service Commission UPSC released the Combined Defence Services CDS result for the exam CDS 1 eon July 31, 2024. The CDS 1 exam was taken to recruit candidates into different Indian Armed Forces Academies that are Air Force Academy (AFA), Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA) and Officers Training Academy (OTA). The candidates qualifying the written exam and the interview will be enrolled in the academies according to their preferences where they go through rigorous training to become commissioned officers in Indian Armed Forces.

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Q: How can I check CDS result if I have lost my CDS roll number?

If you have lost your CDS roll number, you can still check your CDS result by following the steps given below: a) Visit the official website of UPSC b) Click on examination tab c) Click on the active examination tab d) Click on CDS exam result link e) The result PDF will appear on the screen f) Check your name, date of birth and father's name in the PDF to heck your result If you still want your roll number then you should check your registered mail. The Board sends the roll number and the admit card on the mail.

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Q: How to check CDS exam results?

The CDS exam results are released in PDF format by the UPSC on their official website. To check the CDS result the candidates have to follow the steps given below: a) Go to the official website b) Click on the CDS result in the What's New Section c) Click on the CDS exam result PDF link d) The CDS result PDF will appear on the screen e) Download the CDS result and save it for later use. However, the answer key for the CDS exam is released by the UPSC after the recruitment for the Indian Armed Forces Academy though the candidates can check the unofficial answer key from different coaching institutes.

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CDS Exam Dates & Schedule

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

Dates	Past Exam Dates
20 Sep '24	CDS 2 Result 2024
23 Aug '24	CDS 2 Admit Card

How to Download the UPSC CDS 1 Result 2025 @upsc.gov.in?

The UPSC will release the list of candidates who will qualify for the UPSC CDS written exam as a PDF. The candidates will be able to download the UPSC CDS 1 Result PDF by following the steps given below:

Go to the official website-upsc.gov.in
Click on the UPSC CDS 1 written exam result link available in New Section
The CDS Result PDF link will appear on the screen
Click on the CDS Result 2025 link
The UPSC CDS 1 Result will appear on the screen
Check and Download the CDS 1 Written Exam Result and save it for later use

Direct link to check UPSC CDS 1 Result 2025: To be notified

CDS OTA Result 2025

The CDS 1 OTA result 2025 will be announced on the official website. The candidates can check the CDS results by following the steps given below:

Go to the official website
Click on the CDS 1 OTA result link
Click on the result PDF link
The CDS 1 OTA result will appear on the screen
Download the CDS 1 OTA result PDF and save it for later use

Direct PDF Link for the CDS 1 OTA Result 2025: to be updated

Also Read: CDS 2025

UPSC CDS 2 Expected Cut Off 2025

Candidates can check the UPSC CDS 2 written exam expected cut off below in the table. The expected cut off for the CDS written exam is given on the basis of the difficulty level and other UPSC CDS cut off deciding factors:

Academy	Written Exam	Final Exam
IMA (Indian Military Academy)	120-125	245-255
INA (Indian Naval Academy)	110-125	240-250
AFA (Air Force Academy)	145-150	265-270
OTA (Officers’ Training Academy) men	85-100	160-170
OTA (Officers’ Training Academy) women	90-100	165-170

UPSC CDS 1 Expected Cut Off 2025

The candidates can check the UPSC CDS 1 written exam expected cut off below in the table. The expected cut off for the CDS written exam has been given on the basis of the difficulty level and other UPSC CDS cut off deciding factors:

CDS Written Exam Expected Cut Off 2025
CDS 1 Expected Cutoff 2024	CDS 1 Written Exam	CDS 1 Final Cutoff
CDS Cut off AFA	135-142	260-270
CDS Cut off IMA	110-125	245-255
CDS Cut off INA	108-115	230-244
CDS Cut off OTA (female)	90-95	158-165
CDS Cut off OTA (male)	90-94	160-170

UPSC CDS Previous Years Cut off

For selection to the IMA, INA, AFA and OTA, candidates need to qualify for the minimum qualifying marks separately in the written exam and SSB Interview prescribed by the examination authority. Candidates need to secure at least 20 per cent in each subject. Candidates securing the CDS cut off in the written exam are called for the SSB Interview.

Also Read: Best Tips for Women to Crack CDS Exam

Previous Years' CDS Cut Off

The candidates waiting for the CDS result can check the UOPS CDS previous year's cut offs to speculate the UPSC CDS expected cut-off marks.

CDS 1 2022 Cut Off
Academy	CDS Written Exam Cut Off	CDS Final Cut Off
IMA	136	258
INA	128	256
IFA	147	269
OTA (Male)	100	181
OTA (Female)	100	184
CDS 2 2022 Cut Off
Academy	CDS Written Exam Cut Off	CDS Final Cut Off
IMA	138	263
INA	132	256
IFA	148	270
OTA (Male)	102	183
OTA (Female)	102	184

CDS 1 Cut-Off 2021

Academy	Written Exam	Final Exam
IMA	145	268
INA	136	260
AFA	158	281
OTA (Men)	107	189
OTA(Women)	107	191

CDS 1 2019 cutoff

Academy	Written Exam	Final Exam
	Aggregate marks of the last qualified candidate	Marks of last recommended candidate
IMA	116	242
INA	105	233
AFA	129	264
OTA (Men)	78	160
OTA(Women)	78	162

CDS 2 2019 cutoff

Academy		Written Exam	Final Exam
	Minimum qualifying marks in each subject	Aggregate marks of last qualified candidate	Marks of last recommended candidate
IMA	20 marks (i.e. 20%)	134 marks (i.e. 44.67%)	258
INA	20 marks (i.e. 20%)	122 marks (i.e. 40.67%)	245
AFA	20 marks (i.e. 20%)	148 marks (i.e. 49.33%)	272
OTA (Men)	20 marks (i.e. 20%)	95 marks (i.e. 47.5%)	176
OTA(Women)	20 marks (i.e. 20%)	95 marks (i.e. 47.5%)	179

CDS 1 cut off 2018

Academy	Written Exam	Final Exam
	Aggregate marks of the last qualified candidate	Marks of last recommended candidate
IMA	118	240
INA	98	225
AFA	138	279
OTA(Men)	69	154
OTA(Women)	69	150

CDS 2 Cut off 2018

Marks of last qualified candidate	Written Result		Final Result
Marks of last qualified candidate	Minimum qualifying marks in each Subject	Minimum aggregate marks of last qualified candidate	Marks of last recommended candidate
IMA	20 marks (i.e. 20%)	116 marks (i.e. 38.67%)	242
INA	20 marks (i.e. 20%)	102 marks (i.e. 34%)	228
AFA	20 marks (i.e. 20%)	131 marks (i.e. 43.67%)	253
OTA (Men)	20 marks (i.e. 20%)	80 marks (i.e. 40%)	162
OTA (Women)	20 marks (i.e. 20%)	80 marks (i.e. 40%)	163

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CDS Result: Score Calculation Process

The scores of candidates are calculated as per the process given below:

For the correct answer in each section of the test, candidates score one mark
For incorrect response, 1/3 marks are deducted
In case candidates mark more than one option in the test that will be treated as the wrong answer
The total score is calculated based on the number of correct and incorrect answers

Also Read: CDS Exam Pattern 2025

CDS Marksheet 2025

The marks obtained by the qualified candidates are displayed after the declaration of the final result and CDS final answer key. The scorecard includes the candidate’s roll number, date of birth, name, total marks obtained in the written exam and SSB Interview, and final total marks.

However, keeping with the decision of the Government of India (Department of Personnel & Training) regarding the display of scores of candidates who appeared for the SSB Interview but did not qualify, the commission releases the same which remains valid for one year. The details include the candidate’s name, father’s/husband’s name, date of birth, category, gender, educational qualification, total marks, etc.

Candidates can download their mark sheets by following the steps given below:

Visit the official website of UPSC
Go to the 'What's New' section
Enter roll number and date of birth
The marksheet will appear on the screen
Download the marksheet and take its printout

Commonly asked questions

Q: What are the psychological tests in the SSB interview?

The psychological tests in the SSB interview are designed to assess the candidate's personality, attitude, and mental abilities. The tests include: a) TAT (Thematic Perception Test): The TAT is a projective test where the candidate is shown a series of pictures and is asked to write a story based on each picture. The stories are then analysed to assess the candidate's personality traits such as leadership, initiative, motivation, and social skills. B) Word Association Test (What): In the What, the candidate is shown a series of words, one at a time, and is asked to write the first thought that comes to mind in response to each word. The responses to each word. The responses are then analysed to assess the personality traits such as creativity, emotional stability, and thinking patterns.

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Q: What is the difference between CDS result and SSB interview?

CDSE (Combined Defence Services Examination) is a written exam conducted by UPSC for the recruitment to the IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA. The written exam is followed by an interview by the Service Selection Board (SSB). The SSB interview is a five day long personality and intelligence assessment test conducted by the SSB for candidates who have qualified in the written exam. The SSB interview is conducted in two stages and includes various tests such as psychological tests, group tasks, Personal Interview and outdoor activities. The main objective of the SSB interview is to assess the suitability of the candidate for a career in a defence forces. In summary, CDS result refers to the outcome of the written exam, while the SSB interview is the second stage of the selection process for the candidates who have qualified in the written exam. The SSB interview is a comprehensive assessment of candidate's personality, intelligence and suitability for career in the defence forces.

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CDS Result: Preparation of Merit List

The merit list is prepared in the following manner:

UPSC prepares a list of candidates who get the minimum qualifying marks in the written exam decided by the commission
Candidates declared successful in the written exam are called for an intelligence and personality test
Candidates need to secure separate qualifying marks in the written exam and SSB Interview
The final merit list is prepared based on the total marks secured in the written exam and SSB Interview
The final selection is done based on their merit subjected to medical fitness and the number of vacancies

CDS Public Disclosure of Scores

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) discloses the marks and other details of non-recommended candidates. The marks are released as per the willingness of candidates. CDS marks are available in PDF form and comprise details such as name, father’s name, date of birth, community, gender, educational qualifications, total marks, complete address, and email ID. The scores and other details of non-qualified under the disclosure scheme are released out of 600 marks for IMA, INA, and AFA and 400 marks for OTA.

CDS Result: Previous Years' Toppers

Candidates who have secured the first three positions in CDS 2019 exam for admission under IMA, INA and AFA are given below.

CDS 1 2020 Toppers

IMA

Name	Rank
Kothawade Pratik Pradeep	AIR 1
Kunal Sharma	AIR 2
Gagandeep Joshi	AIR 3

INA

Name	Rank
Kothawade Pratik Pradeep	AIR 1
Kunal Sharma	AIR 2
Anmoldeep Singh	AIR 3

AFA

Name	Rank
Anmoldeep Singh	AIR 1
Y N Pawan Kumar	AIR 2
Siddhant Kotnala	AIR 3

CDS 2 2019 Toppers

IMA

Name	Rank
Suresh Chandra	AIR 1
Parvesh Kumar	AIR 2
Jatin Garg	AIR 3

INA

Name	Rank
Shaurya Ahlawat	AIR 1
Ashutosh Digari	AIR 2
Madhusudan Bansal	AIR 3

Also Read: CDS Previous Years' Question Papers

AFA

Name	Rank
Pravesh Kumar	AIR 1
Ashutosh Digari	AIR 2
Rahul Kumar Yadav	AIR 3

CDS 1 2019 Toppers

IMA

Ranks	Names
AIR 1	Parvesh Kumar
AIR 2	Sumeet Mal
AIR 3	Agniprava Mukherjee

INA

Ranks	Names
AIR 1	Hitesh Yadav
AIR 2	Prashant Tyagi
AIR 3	Saad Ahmed Siddiqui

AFA

Ranks	Names
AIR 1	Tejas Mohlah
AIR 2	Prashant Tyagi
AIR 3	Kaanad Wanchoo

CDS Result 2025 FAQs

Refer to CDS 2025 Result FAQS Here.

Commonly asked questions

Q: In how many stages SSB interview for CDS exam is conducted?

The SSB (Services Selection Board) interview for the CDS (Combined Defence Services) exam is conducted in two stages: Stage 1: The first stage of the SSB interview consists of Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) Tests and Picture Perception and Description Test (PPDT). The OIR tests are conducted to assess the candidate's verbal and non-verbal intelligence, while the PPDT is a test of the candidate's ability to perceive and describe a given picture. Candidates who clear the Stage 1 are selected for Stage 2. Stage 2: The second stage of the SSB interview consists of a series of tests, including Psychological Tests, Group Testing Officers (GTO) Tasks, and Personal Interview . The psychological tests include tests such as Thematic Perception Test (TAT), Word Association Test (What), and Situation Reaction Test (SRT). The GTO tasks include group discussion, group planning exercise, and outdoor group tasks. The Personal Interview is conducted by a board of officers to assess the candidate's personality and suitability for the respective defense service. The SSB interview is conducted over a period of five days, and each test carries a certain weightage in the final selection process. Candidates are required to perform well in all the tests to increase their chances of selection. Therefore, candidates who clear the CDS written exam should prepare well for the SSB interview and perform their best in all the stages of the interview to increase their chances of selection for admission to the respective defense academies.

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Q: Can I get the details of AFCAT or CDS exam?

Hi there, The "Combined Defence Services" CDS Examination is conducted twice a year by the Union Public Service Commission UPSC for the recruitment of candidates into the Indian Military Academy, Officers Training Academy, Indian Naval Academy and Indian Air Force Academy. The UPSC will conduct the CDS exam twice a year. The Air Force Common Entrance Test AFCAT is conducted by the Indian Air Force twice a year. Besides, graduates who have secured 60% marks both in Maths & Physics at 10+2 level are eligible to apply online for the AFCAT exam. You can practice daily Current Affairs MCQ, give the weekly and monthly test, practice English comprehension, study the pdf, watch videos, doubt sessions, and many more - all at your convenient time at your own place.

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Q: What is the SSB in CDS, and AFCAT exam?

Both the Air Force Common Admission Test and the combined defense services are conducted to select suitable candidates for training in the academies for the post of commissioned officer in the Indian Armed Forces. While the complete AFCAT procedure is conducted by the Air Force and the CDS exam is conducted by UPSC The SSB for both exams is conducted by respective SSB boards. Selected students go through the SSB interview, and those who are recommended by the Services Selection Board undergo a medical examination. Only students declared medically fit are issued joining letters, subject to their rank in the final merit list calculated on the basis of the aggregate mark in written and SSB interviews.

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Q: What are the exam dates for CDS 2025 exam?

The Union Public Service Commission released the exam calendar for the year 2025. According to the UPSC CDS calendar the CDS 1 2025 application form and the notification was released on December 11, 2024 and the last date to apply was January 1, 2025 (extended). The CDS 1 exam will be conducted on April 13, 2025. On the other hand the CDS 2 exam application and notification will be released on May 28, 2025. The application remained active till June 17, 2025. However, the exam for the CDS 2 2025 will be conducted on September 14, 2025.

The candidates must be aware that these dates are released by UPSC through exam calendar. There are slight chances that the exam dates get changed due to any circumstance. However, the candidates must prepare for the CDS exams according to these exam dates.

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I have completed Part 1 and 2 of UPSC CDS form and also paid the fee on 31 Deecember 2024. I am unable to choose centre. What to do?

Answered 2 weeks ago

If you have completed Part I and Part II of the application form for UPSC CDS and also paid, but are not able to select an exam center, then there are a few things you can do;

Check your Form:

Ensure that each required section is filled in appropriately in both parts of the application form.
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Ujjwal Gupta

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

Answered 3 weeks ago

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.

Gunjan Majumder

Beginner-Level 1

My sister is currently in class 12 and having biology subject. Is she eligible for CDS exam?

Answered 3 weeks ago

Your sister can surely give the CDS exam. Since she is class 12 and studying Biology, she needs to complete her graduation first, as CDS exam requires candidates to be a graduate from any recognised university.

Khushi Gupta

Contributor-Level 10

Can OBC category female students apply for CDS-1 exam?

Answered a month ago

Any OBC girl is free to apply for the CDS-I examination under reservation benefits extended by the government.

The eligibility of OBCs, including girls, is similar to that of general categories regarding age and educational qualifications. However, here his age limit has been relaxed and certain seat

Udaya Bhaskar rao

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My DOB is 15/12/2000. Am I eligible for CDS April 2025?

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You would be eligible to take the CDS (Combined Defence Services) exam in April 2025 if you were between the ages of 20 and 24 on January 1, 2025. You would be 24 years old in December 2024 because your birthday is December 15, 2000, hence you would be eligible to apply for the CDS exam in April 2

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