Overview
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released an employment notification for the recruitment of 457 vacancies through Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2025. Interested and eligible candidates may apply online through the official portal.
Vacancy Details
Name of Exam: Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2025
Total Posts: 457 posts
Training Institute-wise Vacancies:
- Indian Military Academy, Dehradun: 100
- Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala: 32
- Air Force Academy, Hyderabad: 32
- Officers' Training Academy, Chennai (122nd SSC Men): 275
- Officers' Training Academy, Chennai (36th SSC Women): 18
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality: Candidates must be unmarried and belong to one of the following:
- Citizen of India
- Subject of Nepal
- Person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or other countries intending to settle in India permanently.
Note: Certificates may be required for certain categories. Gorkha candidates from Nepal do not require a certificate.
Age Limits
- IMA: Born between 02/01/2002 and 01/01/2007.
- Indian Naval Academy: Born between 02/01/2002 and 01/01/2007.
- Air Force Academy: Age 20 to 24 years as on 01/01/2026. (Upper age limit relaxable for Commercial Pilot Licence holders.)
- Officers' Training Academy (Men): Born between 02/01/2001 and 01/01/2007.
- Officers' Training Academy (Women): Unmarried women, widows, and divorcees born between 02/01/2001 and 01/01/2007.
Educational Qualification
- IMA & OTA: Degree from a recognized university.
- Indian Naval Academy: Degree in Engineering from a recognized institution.
- Air Force Academy: Degree with Physics and Math at 10+2 level or Bachelor of Engineering.
Application Fee
- Others: Rs. 200
- Female/SC/ST: NIL
- Payment Mode: SBI branch, net banking, or credit/debit card.
How to Apply?
- Visit the official UPSC Recruitment Portal.
- Click on the "Online Application Form".
- Fill in personal and educational details, and upload documents.
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
- Start Date: 11th December 2024
- Last Date: 31st December 2024 (till 6 PM)
- Exam Date: 13th April 2025
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date for applying?
A: The last date is 31st December 2024.
Q2: Is there any fee for SC/ST candidates?
A: No, the fee is NIL.
Q3: What is the exam date?
A: The exam is scheduled for 13th April 2025.
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