The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has today released the individual marks for candidates who were recommended in the Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2025. Students who appeared for this important exam can now check their detailed scores on the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in . This release comes after the final results for the CDS (I) 2025 were announced on October 12, 2025 .
The CDS exam is a highly competitive test for young individuals aiming to become officers in the Indian Armed Forces. It includes selection for the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (IAF), and Officers' Training Academy (OTA).
Key Selections and Numbers
In total, 900 candidates were initially shortlisted from thousands of applicants for the Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2025. From this group, 535 candidates have been successfully selected for training at the Officers' Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai.
The breakdown of selected candidates for different academies is as follows:
| Academy | Total Candidates Selected |
| Officers' Training Academy (OTA) Chennai | 535 |
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 227 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 103 |
| Indian Air Force (IAF) | 35 |
Among the 535 candidates selected for OTA Chennai, 473 are men and 62 are women. These candidates have cleared a tough selection process to earn their place.
Understanding Your Marks
The marks released by UPSC show a full picture of each candidate's performance. For each recommended candidate, the list includes:
- Their Roll Number
- Their Name
- Scores from the Written Examination
- Scores from the SSB (Service Selection Board) Interview
- Their Overall Final Marks
These marks help candidates understand how they performed in each part of the selection process. The SSB interview is a crucial stage where candidates are tested for their personality, leadership qualities, and mental strength.
How to Download Your CDS 1 Marks 2025
Checking and downloading your marks from the UPSC website is a simple process. Here are the steps:
- Open your web browser and go to the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in .
- On the homepage, look for the section with "What's New" or "Latest Updates."
- Find and click on the link titled "Marks of Recommended Candidates: Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2025."
- You will likely see another link with the same title or a direct link to the PDF. Click on it.
- A PDF file will open on your screen. This file contains the complete list of recommended candidates with their detailed scores.
- You can then download this PDF file and save it on your device for future reference. It is important to keep a copy of your results.
What is the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Exam?
The Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination is conducted twice a year by the UPSC to recruit officers for various branches of the Indian Armed Forces. It is open to graduates from different fields.
About the Academies:
- Indian Military Academy (IMA): Located in Dehradun, it trains officers for the Indian Army.
- Indian Naval Academy (INA): Located in Ezhimala, Kerala, it trains officers for the Indian Navy.
- Air Force Academy (IAF): Located near Hyderabad, it trains officers for the Indian Air Force.
- Officers' Training Academy (OTA): Located in Chennai, it offers a shorter training period for those joining the Army as Short Service Commissioned Officers.
Becoming an officer in the Armed Forces requires dedication, strong character, and intellectual capability. The CDS exam tests candidates on all these fronts, ensuring that only the most suitable individuals are chosen to serve the nation.
Candidates who have been recommended will now proceed with further formalities and join their respective training academies. This is a big step towards a challenging and rewarding career in India's defence services.
