The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC CDS-II Admit Card 2025 for the Combined Defence Services Examination-II. Candidates who registered for the exam can now download their CDS 2 admit card from the official website of UPSC.
The UPSC CDS-II Exam 2025 will be conducted on 14th September 2025 for a total of 453 vacancies across Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA).
📌 UPSC CDS-II 2025 – Overview
| Exam Name | UPSC Combined Defence Services Examination-II (CDS 2) 2025 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Total Vacancies | 453 |
| Exam Date | 14th September 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 4th September 2025 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 28th May 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 17th June 2025 (till 6 PM)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 17th June 2025
- Exam Date: 14th September 2025
- Admit Card Release: 4th September 2025
- Answer Key Release: To be notified
- Result Declaration: To be notified
💰 Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹200/-
- SC / ST / Women: Exempted (No Fee)
- Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / Bank Challan
🎓 Vacancy & Eligibility Details
Total Posts: 453
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 100 | Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized university |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 26 | Engineering Graduate from a recognized university |
| Air Force Academy (AFA) | 32 | Graduate with Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 level OR Bachelor of Engineering |
| Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) | 295 | Graduate Degree in any discipline |
📥 How to Download UPSC CDS-II Admit Card 2025
Follow these steps to download your UPSC CDS Hall Ticket 2025:
- Visit the official website – upsc.gov.in.
- Click on the link “UPSC CDS-II Admit Card 2025”.
- Choose one option:
- By Registration ID: Enter your Registration ID & Date of Birth.
- By Roll Number: Enter your Roll Number & Date of Birth.
- Click on the Submit button.
- Your CDS admit card will appear on the screen.
- Download and take a printout for exam use.
📑 Details Mentioned on UPSC CDS Admit Card 2025
- Candidate’s Name
- Roll Number & Registration ID
- Date of Birth
- Exam Date & Time
- Exam City & Centre Address
- Photograph & Signature
- Important Exam Instructions
📌 Documents to Carry at Exam Centre
Candidates must bring:
- Printed copy of UPSC CDS-II Admit Card 2025
- One Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, PAN Card, Passport)
- Passport-size photographs (same as uploaded in the application form)
❓ UPSC CDS-II Admit Card 2025 – FAQs
Q1. When was the UPSC CDS-II Admit Card 2025 released?
👉 On 4th September 2025.
Q2. What is the UPSC CDS-II Exam Date 2025?
👉 The exam will be held on 14th September 2025.
Q3. How many vacancies are there in UPSC CDS-II Recruitment 2025?
👉 A total of 453 vacancies.
Q4. Can I enter the exam hall without an admit card?
👉 No, candidates must carry the CDS admit card along with a valid photo ID.