| Post Name | Total Post |
|---|---|
| Combined Defence Services ICombined Defence Services I | 451451 |
| Year | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| 20262026 | 451451 |
| 20252025 | 467467 |
| General | 200 Rs/-200 Rs/- |
| Obc | 200 Rs/-200 Rs/- |
| Sc | 0 Rs/-0 Rs/- |
| Notification Date | Predicted 12th December 2026Predicted 12th December 2026 |
| Applications open | Predicted 12th December 2026Predicted 12th December 2026 |
| Application closes | Predicted 1st January 2027Predicted 1st January 2027 |
| Exam Fee Payment End Date |
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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is responsible for organizing the Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) I for 2025. This exam is aimed at recruiting candidates for various positions in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and age limits, to participate. The recruitment process involves a written examination followed by interviews and medical assessments. The application window is announced on the UPSC website, and candidates should keep track of important dates for form submission, admit card release, and exam schedule. Selection is based on merit and performance in all stages. The CDS exam is highly competitive, attracting graduates seeking a career in the defense sector.
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| EnglishEnglish | Reading comprehension; Cloze test; Spotting errors; Sentence improvement; Synonyms & antonyms; Idioms & phrases; Para-jumbles; Fill-in-the-blanks.Reading comprehension; Cloze test; Spotting errors; Sentence improvement; Synonyms & antonyms; Idioms & phrases; Para-jumbles; Fill-in-the-blanks. |
| General KnowledgeGeneral Knowledge | Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern; Geography of India & World; Indian Polity & Constitution; Indian Economy; Science & Technology; Defence-related current events; Sports; Awards.Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern; Geography of India & World; Indian Polity & Constitution; Indian Economy; Science & Technology; Defence-related current events; Sports; Awards. |
| Elementary Mathematics (IMA / INA / AFA only)Elementary Mathematics (IMA / INA / AFA only) | Arithmetic — number system, fractions, percentages, ratio & proportion; Algebra — linear and quadratic equations; Trigonometry — heights & distances; Geometry — triangles, circles, polygons; Mensuration — areas and volumes; Statistics — bar charts, pie charts, histograms; Time-speed-distance; SI/CI.Arithmetic — number system, fractions, percentages, ratio & proportion; Algebra — linear and quadratic equations; Trigonometry — heights & distances; Geometry — triangles, circles, polygons; Mensuration — areas and volumes; Statistics — bar charts, pie charts, histograms; Time-speed-distance; SI/CI. |
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| When was the CDS-I 2025 Marks declared?When was the CDS-I 2025 Marks declared? | The marks of UPSC CDS-I 2025 was declared after completion of the SSB Interview and medical examination — generally around October 2025The marks of UPSC CDS-I 2025 was declared after completion of the SSB Interview and medical examination — generally around October 2025 |
| What is the basis of the Marks?What is the basis of the Marks? | The marks is prepared based on the combined marks of the written examination and the SSB interview . Medical fitness is mandatory for final selectionThe marks is prepared based on the combined marks of the written examination and the SSB interview . Medical fitness is mandatory for final selection |
| Does UPSC release the marks of candidates?Does UPSC release the marks of candidates? | Yes, UPSC usually releases the marks of both qualified and non-qualified candidates after the completion of the entire selection processYes, UPSC usually releases the marks of both qualified and non-qualified candidates after the completion of the entire selection process |
| How can candidates check their final result?How can candidates check their final result? | Candidates can check the result on the official UPSC website under the “Examination Results” section by downloading the CDS-I 2025 Final Result PDF and searching for their Roll Number or NameCandidates can check the result on the official UPSC website under the “Examination Results” section by downloading the CDS-I 2025 Final Result PDF and searching for their Roll Number or Name |
| What is the official website for UPSC?What is the official website for UPSC? | The official website for UPSC is [Link Provided Below]The official website for UPSC is [Link Provided Below] |
| Name |
|---|
| Written ExamWritten Exam |
| InterviewInterview |
| Medical ExaminationMedical Examination |
| Physical ExaminationPhysical Examination |
| St | 0 Rs/-0 Rs/- |
| Predicted 1st January 2027Predicted 1st January 2027 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Predicted 1st January 2027Predicted 1st January 2027 |
| Exam Date | Predicted 11th January 2027Predicted 11th January 2027 |
| Answer Key Release Date | Predicted 15th January 2027Predicted 15th January 2027 |
| Result Announcement Date | Predicted 28th April 2027Predicted 28th April 2027 |
| Ota Final Result | 29 December 202529 December 2025 |
| Marks | 07 January 2026 Available Now07 January 2026 Available Now |