CDS 2 2025 Application Deadline Extended @upsconline.nic.in LIVE: Check Age Limit & Eligibility

The Commission extended the last date to apply for the CDS 2 2025 exam. Instead of June 17, candidates can fill the form until June 20. 

• Visit the official website- upsconline.nic.in 
• Click on the new registration tab 
• Fill out the details- Name, Father's Name, Mother's Name, Mobile number, Email ID, etc  
• Enter the captcha  
• Click on Submit  
• OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number and email ID  
• Re-login into your account and reset the password  
• Again, Log into the account and go for the CDS application link 

The steps have been given below for the candidates to apply for the CDS 2 exam:

• Go to the official website- upsconline.nic.in
• Login into the account on the OTR platform (The registration process for OTR has given above)
• Fill out the details that have been asked for part 1 registration
• Upload the photograph, signature and photo identity proof 
• Make the application fees
• Choose the exam centre for the CDS 2 exam 
• Finally, submit the application form 
• The confirmation message will be sent to the registered mobile number and email id

The CDS 2 application form 2025 was released on May 28, 2025 at upsconline.nic.in. The last date to apply is June 20, 2025 (extended) .The application fee is INR 200 for General and OBC male candidates. No fee is required for SC/ST/female candidates

The CDS 2 application form 2025 was released on May 28, 2025 at upsconline.nic.in. The last date to apply is June 20, 2025 (extended) .The application fee is INR 200 for General and OBC male candidates. No fee is required for SC/ST/female candidates

Yes, the authority extended the last date to apply for CDS 2 2025. Now, candidates can apply until June 20. Earlier, it was June 17, 2025.

The last date to apply for CDS 2 2025 is June 20, 2025. It was extended by the Commission. Earlier, it was June 17, 2025.

The Commission started the CDS 2 2025 application process on May 28, 2025. 

Yes. The Commission extended the last date to apply for the CDS 2 2025 exam. Now, candidates can apply until June 20 instead of June 17. Those candidates who have not yet applied can apply it by visiting the official website.

• Written Exam
• SSB Interview/Personality Test
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

The Commission extended the last date to apply for CDS 2 2025 exam. Candidates can apply until June 20 instead of June 17.

The CDS syllabus for General Knowledge is given below.

The CDS syllabus for the English Language is given below.

Yes, girls can apply for the CDS (Combined Defence Services) exam.

No. Each Email id and mobile number can be linked only to one user account. Therefore, candidate must have their account particulars always.

The portal must be used on the latest versions of popular browsers including Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Safari.

The authority has not yet announced the extension of the CDS 2 application form for 2025. Here we are providing the latest updates; keep visiting our website for any updates on the extension of the application.

Candidates can check below the steps and follow it:

• Clear your browser cache
• Close and reopen your browser
• Try again

The UPSC Online Application Portal now has four sections: three are always accessible, while the fourth becomes active only during specific exam application periods. The old One Time Registration (OTR) system is no longer valid, so all candidates must freshly register for CDS 2 and upload documents on the new portal.

Steps to Register

• Visit upsconline.nic.in
• Scroll to the “Account Creation” section.
• Register with your email ID, mobile number, and required details.
• Verify your email/mobile, set a password, and submit.
• Log in using:
  • Email ID & password
  • Mobile number & OTP
  • Universal Registration Number (URN) & password
  • Complete the Captcha code

UPSC New Portal: Universal Registration:

After login, access the Universal Registration link from the homepage. Complete three profiles:

• Identity Profile (name, gender, DOB, etc.)
• Matriculation Board Profile (Class 10 details)
• Aadhaar/Photo ID (Aadhaar preferred)

Data can be edited until URN is generated.

Complete CDS 2 Application (CAF):

Fill 10 modules, ending with Photo & Signature:

• Personal, Parent, Social Category, Disability, Address, Education, Work Experience, Achievements, UPSC History, and Photo & Signature.

Once done, they can apply for CDS 2 or any UPSC exam from the dashboard.

The UPSC application form filling process online comprises four parts-Account Creation, Universal Registration, Common Application Form and Examination. 

For OTA

Step 1: Visit the official UPSC Online Application Portal.

Step 2: Click “Account Creation” to register.

Step 3: Verify the email and mobile number via OTP.

Step 4: Log in using one of:

• • Mobile number + OTP
  • Universal Registration Number (URN) + password
  • Email ID + password

Step 5: Generate URN after logging in.

Step 6: Complete the CDS 2 Common Application Form (CAF).

Step 7: Select and apply for the CDS exam through the portal.

Admission of candidates for Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy and Officers Training.

• Elementary Maths: 100
• General English: 120
• General Knowledge: 120

• Open the UPSC Online Application Portal; upsconline.nic.in
• For registration, candidates need to create an account clicking on the 'Account Creation' link.
• Verify the email ID and mobile number using OTP
• Login by using valid login credentials like email ID and OTP/ password or mobile number and OTP/password or OTR ID and OTP/password.
• Candidates need to fill out the CDS 2 application form in two parts that is filling the other details including fees payment, uploading of scanned documents, signature, photo identity card document and selection of preferred exam centre.
• Check all the details thoroughly and edit if required.
• Now, submit the application form
• A registration number will be generated after the submission of online form. Candidates can download it and save it for future reference.

Before applying online for the CDS 2 exam, candidates must meet the following prerequisites:

• Age Limit: 19-24 years for IMA, INA & AFA ;  19-25 years for OTA
• Application Details: Fill in the name, educational qualifications, address, and other required info accurately to avoid rejection.
• Documents to Upload:
  • Scanned photo and signature
  • Valid photo ID (Aadhar, Voter ID, PAN, Passport, DL, School ID, or Govt-issued ID) in PDF
  • Class 10 & 12 marksheets and admit cards

The CDS 2 2025 application process is ongoing. This year, the UPSC launched a new portal to apply for CDS 2 exam. The last date to apply is June 17, 2025. Candidates who have not yet applied can do so via visiting the official website.

The last date to apply for CDS 2 2025 is today (June 17, 2025). Candidates who have not yet applied can apply soon.

The authority will close the CDS 2 2025 application window on June 17, 2025 at 11:59 PM. Still those who have not yet applied can apply by visiting the official website.

Candidates can visit the new offiical Application portal i.e. upsconline.nic.in to apply for CDS 2 2025. 

The authority has not yet announced regarding the extension of the closing date for the CDS 2 2025 application form. The last date to apply for CDS 2 2025 is June 17, 2025. 

UPSC introduced the One Time Registration (OTR) platform for the candidates to fill out the application form for any exam under UPSC. The OTR is done once in a lifetime. The OTR can be filled at any time in a year. 

• Debit/Credit Card
• UPI
• Net Banking,

CDS 2 2025 exam is scheduled to be conducted on September 14, 2025. The exam will be conducted offline.

Candidates are advised to fill the CDS 2 online form using a laptop or desktop to avoid any mistakes.

After clicking the 'Apply' button in the Common Application Form part, candidates are required to lock the CAF data for that particular examination. Once locked, candidates are not able to make any changes in the data. 

The topics given in CDS syllabus are of Class 10, 12, and Graduation levels. Candidates can check below CDS syllabus.

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

• The application fees are INR 200 for General and OBC male candidates
• SC and ST candidates are exempted from fee payment

The CDS selection process comprises two stages-written exams and an SSB interview. Candidates qualifying for the written exam are called for an SSB interview. The final selection for the CDS 2024 exam will be done based on the written exam and SSB interview. After undergoing training at the respective defence academies, candidates join the post of lieutenant.

The CDS 2 2025 application for was released on May 28 at upsconline.nic.in along with the CDS 2 notification.The last date to apply for CDS 2 2025 is June 17, 2025 (11:59 PM). 

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has launched a new Online Application Portal to streamline the registration process for all exams. The new portal is live at upsconline.nic.in and replaces the older One-Time Registration (OTR) module, which now will no longer be functional.

The Commission announced 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. 

The UPSC CDS 2 2025 exam will be conducted on September 14, 2025. 

• One mark for the correct answer
• One-third mark is deducted for wrong answers

CDS Question Paper Structure for IMA, INA and AFA

For OTA

Twice a year (April and September)

The Combined Defence Services Examination, commonly known as CDS, is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for the recruitment of Commissioned Officers in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. It is a national-level competitive exam. CDS's full form is the Combined Defence Services Exam (CDS). The CDS exam is held twice a year, usually in April and September. Every year, a large number of candidates appear for the national-level Defence entrance examination. The selection of candidates is based on the written exam followed by the SSB Interview for intelligence and personality tests. Shortlisted candidates are placed at the following academies based on their preferences and merit. Candidates selected through the CDS 2025 written exam will undergo training Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA). After completing training, candidates are selected for the post of lieutenant. 

Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), and Air Force Academy (AFA): Three (English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics)

Officers’ Training Academy (OTA): Two (English and General Knowledge)

Admission of candidates for Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy and Officers Training.

No, the old One Time Registration (OTR) module is not applicable for the exam. Candidates need to fill up the application and upload their documents in the newly introduced portal afresh.

• To apply for any form on the UPSC online portal, you first need to create an account on UPSC online portal by clicking on 'Account Creation' link 
• Read the instructions and click on the check-box to declare and proceed for account creation
• To create account, you need to have valid email ID and mobile number. An OTP will be sent to the registered email, which you have to enter to verify the email ID
• Similarly, verify the mobile number as well
• Create password for your account
• After successful account creation, you will receive SMS and email on the registration mobile number and email ID

• Elementary Maths: 100
• General English: 120
• General Knowledge: 120

The Commission started the CDS 2 2025 application process on May 28, 2025. 

• The application fees are INR 200 for General and OBC male candidates
• SC and ST candidates are exempted from fee payment

Yes, girls can apply for the CDS (Combined Defence Services) exam.

• Written Exam
• SSB Interview/Personality Test
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

• Eligibility: Must be 16 to 19 years old and have passed or be appearing in Class 12.
• Application Details: Fill in the name, educational qualifications, address, and other required info accurately to avoid rejection.
• Documents to Upload:
  • Scanned photo and signature
  • Valid photo ID (Aadhar, Voter ID, PAN, Passport, DL, School ID, or Govt-issued ID) in PDF
  • Class 10 & 12 marksheets and admit cards

The UPSC application form filling process online comprises four parts-Account Creation, Universal Registration, Common Application Form and Examination. 

The Commission has not yet announced the extension of the last date to apply for CDS 2 2025. Stay tuned for the latest live updates!