UPSC CDS 1 2025 Admit Card Release Soon at upsc.gov.in

Updated on Mar 29, 2025 12:00

The UPSC CDS 2025 recruitment offers 457 vacancies across various defense academies, including IMA, INA, AFA, and OTA. Qualified candidates in the written exam will be called for the SSB Interview round. UPSC CDS1 2025 exam schedule is out, check dates.

Kolkata: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the exam schedule for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) I 2025. The exam will be conducted on Sunday, April 13, 2025, in three distinct shifts to accommodate different papers. As per the official notification, the English paper will be held from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, General Knowledge paper from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM, and Elementary Mathematics paper from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Candidates are advised to carefully note these timings and plan their preparation accordingly.

Direct Link: UPSC CDS 1 2025 Admit Card (Out Soon)

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will soon release the CDS 1 2025 admit cards on its official website, upsc.gov.in. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging in with their CDS credentials. It is mandatory to carry the admit card to the examination hall, as entry will not be permitted without it.

The UPSC CDS I 2025 selection has two main stages: a written exam and an interview. The written exam consists of different subjects depending on which academy you choose - Indian Military Academy (IMA), Air Force Academy (AFA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), or Officers' Training Academy (OTA). Each exam paper will be 2 hours long in pen-paper mode (not computer-based). After clearing the written test, qualified candidates will move forward to the next stage of selection, the Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview. This comprehensive selection process ensures that only the most capable candidates are chosen to serve in the nation's defense forces.

What is UPSC CDS1 2025 Exam Schedule?

UPSC CDS I 2025 exam is scheduled to take place on April 13, 2025, in three shifts. Check the following table to know the complete exam schedule:

UPSC CDS1 2025 Exam Schedule
Exam Date	Exam Time	Subject	Code
April 13, 2025	09:00 AM - 11:00 AM	English	11
April 13, 2025	12:30 PM - 02:30 PM	General Knowledge	12
April 13, 2025	04:00 PM - 06:00 PM	Elementary Mathematics	13

How to Download CDS 1 2025 Admit Card?

Step 1: Visit upsc.gov.in
Step 2: Follow 'UPSC CDS 1 2025 admit card' link.
Step 3: Click on the 'Admit Card' tab available on the homepage.
Step 4: Click on the link 'E-Admit Cards for various Examinations of UPSC'.
Step 5: Follow the download link for CDS 1 admit card 2025.
Step 6: Enter registration number/roll number and DOB.
Step 7: Your CDS 1 2025 admit card will appear on screen.
Step 8: Review it and save a copy for later use.

What Details are Mentioned on the CDS 1 Admit Card?

The CDS 1 2025 admit card contains crucial information such as application number, roll number, candidate's name, father's name, mother's name, gender, candidate's photo, candidate's signature, test centre, category, exam date and time, reporting time, exam day guidelines, etc.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Ans: The UPSC CDS 1 2025 written exam for IMA, INA, and AFA includes three papers: English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics, for OTA, the exam consists of two papers: English and General Knowledge.

Check the following table for IMA, INA, and AFA:

UPSC CDS 1 2025 Exam Pattern for IMA, INA, and AFA
Subject	Marks	Duration	Question Type	Negative Marking
English	100	2 hours	Objective (MCQs)	⅓ mark deduction per wrong answer
General Knowledge	100	2 hours	Objective (MCQs)
Elementary Mathematics	100	2 hours	Objective (MCQs)
Total	300	6 hours	----	----

Check the following table for OAT:

UPSC CDS 1 2025 exam pattern for OAT
Subject	Marks	Duration	Question Type	Negative Marking
English	100	2 hours	Objective (MCQs)	⅓ mark deduction per wrong answer
General Knowledge	100	2 hours	Objective (MCQs)	⅓ mark deduction per wrong answer
Total	200	4 hours	----	----

Ans: Candidates must adhere to the UPSC CDS 1 2025 exam day guidelines, breaking any of the rules may lead to disqualification from the exam.

Check the following list:

Candidates must carry their CDS 1 admit card along with the original photo ID proof.
If candidates raise any concerns with UPSC regarding admit card, they must mention their name, roll number, registration ID, and exam name & year.
Candidates must report at the exam center at least 30 minutes before the exam starts. Latecomers will not be allowed to take exam under any circumstances.
Mobile phones, calculators, smartwatches, or any electronic devices, food items, study materials, persona belongings are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall.