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UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) held the Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2 Examination 2025 was conducted offline for recruitment to the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officers' Training Academy, to fill around 453 vacancies. The UPSC CDS 2 Exam 2025 was held on September 14, 2025. The UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025 will be published as a PDF online, listing the roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview. The UPSC CDS 2 2025 Result will be announced on the official website- upsc.gov.in. Interested candidates can access the live updates related to the results available here.

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Last Checked || 9:30 AM (October 8, 2025)

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Direct Link

The direct link to check and download the UPSC CDS 2 Result is given in the table below.

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025 Direct Link (to be announced)

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Steps to Check

The steps to check the UPSC CDS Result 2025 are given below.

Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
On the homepage, navigate to the "What's New" or "Results" section.
Click on the link for the "Written Results—Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025."
The UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025 will open as a PDF file, which you can download.
Open the PDF and search for your roll number by using the "Ctrl + F" function.
If your roll number appears in the list, you have qualified for the SSB interview.
Download and save the PDF for future reference.

Candidates are further advised to visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for more information on UPSC 2025 CDS 2 Result and more.

Live Updates

October 08, 2025 | 10:30 AM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Details Mentioned In The Result PDF

The UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025 PDF will include the roll number of the candidates who cleared the written exam. These candidates will then proceed with the SSB by the respective authorities.

October 08, 2025 | 10:00 AM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Where To Check The CDS 2 Result?

The UPSC CDS 2 result will be declared on the official website- upsc.gov.in. Candidates can also get the CDS 2 result PDF link directly from here.

October 08, 2025 | 09:45 AM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: When Will The UPSC Release The CDS 2 Result?

The UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025 is expected to be released on the following dates:

Particulars	Details
UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025 Expected Release Date 1	October 6-11, 2025
UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025 Expected Release Date 2	October 13-18, 2025
UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025 Expected Release Date 3	By The End of October 2025

October 08, 2025 | 09:14 AM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Has The Result Been Declared?

No, the UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025 has not been declared yet.

October 08, 2025 | 12:00 AM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: What is the formula to calculate scores?

The formula to calculate the marks of the CDS 2 exam is:

Total Marks = (Number of Correct Answers × Marks per Question) – (Number of Incorrect Answers × 1/3 × Marks per Question)

October 07, 2025 | 11:30 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Previous Year Cutoff

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

October 07, 2025 | 11:00 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Format

The UPSC CDS result will be released in the form of a PDF containing the roll numbers of all the shortlisted candidates for the Services Selection Board (SSB) interview. The CDS 2 result 2025 PDF will also include information regarding the next stages of the selection process, such as the SSB interview.

October 07, 2025 | 10:30 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Exam Pattern Highlights

Parameters	Details
Mode of exam	Offline
Number of sections	Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA) and Air Force Academy (AFA)-Three Officers’ Training Academy (OTA)-Two
Total marks of the test	IMA, INA, and AFA-300 OTA-200
Nature of questions	Objective type
Language of question paper	Hindi and English
Duration of the test	Two hours for each section of the test

October 07, 2025 | 10:00 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Section Wise Marking Scheme

Specifications	English	GK	Mathematics
Maximum marks	100	100	100
Marks for the correct answer	+1 mark for each correct option	+1 mark for each correct option	+1 mark for each correct option
Negative marking	-0.33 marks for each wrong answer	-0.33 marks for each wrong answer	-0.33 marks for each wrong answer

October 07, 2025 | 09:30 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: What are the total marks for CDS exam?

The total marks allotted to the CDS exam depend on the category you are applying. For IMA, INA, and AFA total marks are 300, and for OTA, it is 200.

October 07, 2025 | 09:00 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: What is the selection process for the CDS 2 exam?

The CDS selection process comprises various stages: At the first stage, the candidates have to take the written test, which is of 300 marks (for INA, IMA, and AFA) and 200 marks (OTA). The candidates qualifying the written exam will be called for the SSB Interview. At the second stage, the candidates have to undergo the vigorous 5-day interview in which they are assessed on the physical, psychological, and analytical levels. The SSB interview is followed by the medical test, in which the candidates are assessed on physical standards. In the final stage merit list is released along with the release of the CDS results.

October 07, 2025 | 08:30 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Marking Scheme

Correct Answer: Full marks are awarded for each correct answer.
Incorrect Answer: One-third (1/3) of the marks assigned to that question are deducted.
Unanswered Questions: No marks are deducted for questions that are left blank.
Multiple Answers: If more than one option is marked for a single question, it is treated as a wrong answer, and the penalty for an incorrect answer will apply.

October 07, 2025 | 08:00 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: What happens after qualifying the CDS written exam?

Candidates who pass the written exam must appear in the SSB interview. The test is divided into two parts: the Psychological Aptitude Test and the Intelligence Test. All selected candidates must appear first in Stage 1. Only those candidates who pass Stage 1 are invited to Stage 2. Candidates who qualify for Stage 2 have to provide original certificates.

October 07, 2025 | 07:30 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: CDS 2 Merit List

The UPSC released the CDS 2 merit list in two categories: i) roll number-wise and ii) name-wise. The roll number-wise PDF list is released along with the result of the CDS exam; however, the name-wise merit list PDF is released a few days later. The direct link for the CDS merit list PDF will be provided in the live blog as soon as it is released on the official website.

October 07, 2025 | 07:00 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Difference between CDS 1 and CDS 2 Cut Off

There is a difference between the CDS 1 and CDS 2 cutoffs. The CDS exam is conducted twice a year, and the cutoff marks for each session may vary depending on various factors such as the number of candidates, the difficulty level of the exam, and other related factors.

The CDS 1 cutoff is usually released in April/May, while the CDS 2 cutoff is released in November/December. The cutoff marks for each session will depend on the number of vacancies available and the performance of the candidates in the exam.

Candidates should note that the cutoff marks for each session may differ depending on various factors. Therefore, it is important to check the official notification and updates regarding the CDS cutoff for each session on the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

October 07, 2025 | 06:30 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: 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:

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.
Word Association Test (WAT): 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.

October 07, 2025 | 06:00 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Steps to Check Result

Candidates can check the CDS 2 Result 2025 by following the steps given below:

Go to the official website- upsc.gov.in
Click on the Written Results
Click on the 'CDS 2 Result 2025 PDF'
The result PDF will appear on the screen
Download the CDS 2 Result PDF

October 07, 2025 | 05:30 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Details in the Scorecard

The following are the details mentioned in the UPSC CDS 2 result 2025 scorecard :

Candidate’s name
Roll numbers
Sectional and overall scores

October 07, 2025 | 05:00 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Important Dates

Events	Dates
CDS 2 Notification 2025	28-May-2025
CDS 2 Application 2025	28-May-2025 to 20-Jun-2025
CDS 2 Exam 2025	14-Sep-2025
CDS 2 Result 2025	Expected Soon

October 07, 2025 | 04:39 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: What are the total marks for CDS exam?

The total marks allotted to CDS exam depends on the category you are applying. For IMA, INA, AFA total marks are 300, and for OTA it is 200.

October 07, 2025 | 04:01 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Factors Affecting Cutoff

Number of vacancies
Total number of appeared candidates
The Difficulty level of the exam

October 07, 2025 | 03:16 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Minimum Qualifying Marks

IMA	20 marks (i.e. 20 per cent)
INA	20 marks (i.e. 20 per cent)
AFA	20 marks (i.e. 20 per cent)
OTA (Men)	20 marks (i.e. 20 per cent)
OTA (Women)	20 marks (i.e. 20 per cent)

October 07, 2025 | 02:45 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Preparation of list of qualified candidates

The Union Public Service Commission shall prepare a list of candidates who obtain the minimum qualifying marks in the written examination as fixed by the Commission in its discretion.

October 07, 2025 | 02:14 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: Negative Marks

Candidates should note that there will be a penalty (Negative Marking) for wrong answers marked by a candidate in the Objective Type Question Papers. 1/3 of the marks are deducted for each incorrect answer, while correct answers receive full marks, and unanswered questions incur no penalty. If multiple options are marked for a single question, it is considered a wrong answer.

October 07, 2025 | 01:36 PM IST

UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025: What after results are declared?

Candidates who are declared successful in the written exam will be detailed for the intelligence and personality test at the Service Selection Board based on their preference by the respective service HQ.

October 07, 2025 | 12:59 PM IST