The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is expected to release the Combined Defence Services (CDS) 2 Result 2025 soon on its official website — upsc.gov.in. Candidates who appeared for the written examination can check their results online once released. The result will include the roll numbers of qualified candidates shortlisted for the next stage — the Service Selection Board (SSB) interview round. The CDS exam is conducted twice a year to recruit candidates for the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA).
I decided to write about this topic because UPSC CDS is one of the most sought-after defence recruitment exams in India. Every year, lakhs of aspirants prepare to join the Indian Armed Forces through this examination. Knowing when and how to check the results is crucial since candidates must stay alert to the next stage of the process, which involves SSB interviews and document verification. Many students miss opportunities because they are unaware of timelines and result procedures. This article will help candidates stay informed about expected result dates, the downloading process, and what to do after the results are announced.
Expected Date of UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025
The UPSC CDS 2 Exam 2025 was conducted in September 2025, and based on previous trends, the result is likely to be announced in October 2025. Usually, the Commission releases the CDS result within 30 to 40 days after the written exam. Once the result is published, it will be available in PDF format containing the roll numbers of shortlisted candidates.
Candidates should note that UPSC will not send individual scorecards or result notifications by post. All updates will be published only on the official website.
How to Check and Download UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025
Here is a simple step-by-step process to check the UPSC CDS 2 Result 2025 once it is released:
- Visit the official UPSC website — upsc.gov.in
- On the homepage, click on the link titled “Written Result – CDS (II) 2025”
- The result PDF will open on your screen
- Use Ctrl + F to search for your roll number in the list
- Download the PDF and save it for future reference
Candidates who qualify in the written exam will be called for the SSB Interview, which is the next stage of the selection process.
Details Mentioned in the Result PDF
The CDS 2 result PDF generally contains:
- Name and roll number of qualified candidates
- Examination name and year
- Category of selection (IMA, INA, AFA, OTA)
- Important instructions for shortlisted candidates
Candidates must keep their admit cards safe until the final selection process is complete, as roll numbers are often required for verification at later stages.
What Happens After the CDS 2 Result
Once the written exam results are announced, shortlisted candidates will receive details about the Service Selection Board (SSB) interview conducted by the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force. The SSB process tests candidates on leadership, intelligence, and psychological aptitude.
Candidates who qualify for the SSB interview will then undergo a medical examination before the final merit list is prepared. The final selection will depend on combined performance in the written test and SSB interview, subject to medical fitness and document verification.
It’s also worth noting that the CDS 2 final result is released a few months after the SSB interviews are completed. The marks of both written and interview rounds are published separately on the UPSC website.
Previous Year Result Trends
Looking at past years, the CDS 2 results are typically declared within five to six weeks after the examination. For instance:
- CDS 2 2024 result was released in October 2024, around 35 days after the exam
- CDS 2 2023 result came out in early November 2023
Based on this pattern, candidates can expect the CDS 2 2025 result to be available by the second or third week of October 2025.
