Overview
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has published an official recruitment notification for the position of Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025. The last date to submit applications is 7 August 2026. Job location: All India.
Particulars Details Conducting Body Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Exam Name Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025 Result Type Final Result (Written Exam + SSB Interview) Result Declared On 7 August 2026 Training Institute Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (Madras) Courses 124th SSC Course (Men) (NT) and 124th SSC Women (NT) Course Course Commencement October 2026 Total Candidates Recommended 483 (455 Men + 28 Women) Vacancies Notified (Men) 276 Vacancies Notified (Women) 19 Candidature Status Provisional, subject to verification Official Website upsc.gov.in Important Dates: The table below lists the key dates associated with this result. These dates relate to the examination cycle for which this OTA result has been declared. Event Date OTA Final Result Declared 7 August 2026 124th SSC Course (Men & Women) Commencement October 2026 Marks of Non-Recommended Candidates Available on UPSC Website Within 15 days of result, remains available for 30 days UPSC has not published separate dates for the written exam, admit card, or SSB interviews for CDS II 2025 in this result notification. Candidates should refer to the original CDS II 2025 examination notice on the official UPSC website for these dates, as this document covers only the final result.
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025 |
| Application Mode | online |
| Application Start Date | 7 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 7 August 2026 |
| Selection Process | Final Result (Written Exam + SSB Interview) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in/ |
| Source Name | upsc.gov.in |
| Freshness Reference Date | 2026-08-15 |
Vacancy Details
Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025, Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025
UPSC notified 276 vacancies for the Men's course and 19 vacancies for the Women's course, totalling 295 vacancies.
Selection Process
Final Result (Written Exam + SSB Interview)
Important Dates
OTA Final Result Declared: 7 August 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 7 August 2026
- Application Last Date: 7 August 2026
- Examination Date: 7 August 2026
How to Apply
Apply online through the official recruitment portal https://upsc.gov.in/
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Download UPSC CDS II 2025 OTA Final Result PDF | https://www.upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/FR-CDSE-II-2025-OTA-Engl-0... (PDF) | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_website_link) |
| upsc.gov.in | https://www.upsc.gov.in/ | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | result |
| official_website_link | https://upsc.gov.in/ |
| freshness_reference_date | 2026-08-15 |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Last verified: 2026-08-15
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025?
The last date for submitting applications for Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025 is 7 August 2026. Candidates should submit their applications prior to the deadline to avoid technical issues.
What is the selection process for Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025?
The selection procedure involves: Final Result (Written Exam + SSB Interview). Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
How can candidates apply for Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025?
Applications must be submitted online through the official portal (https://upsc.gov.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.