The Union Public Service Commission ( UPSC ) has recently announced the final results for the Combined Defence Services Examination ( CDS I ) Officer Training Academy ( OTA ) 2025. The CDS exam is a national test for young men and women who want to become officers in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. This particular result is for the Officer Training Academy, which offers Short Service Commissions.
A total of 535 candidates have been selected for admission to the Officers Training Academy in Chennai. Students who appeared for the exam can now check the merit list on the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in .
The Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai prepares candidates for a Short Service Commission in the Indian Army. This commission allows individuals to serve the nation for a specific period, typically 10 to 14 years. After this period, they can choose to apply for a permanent commission or explore other career options. This is a significant opportunity for young Indians looking to serve in the armed forces.
The selection process included a written exam and interviews conducted by the Services Selection Board ( SSB ) of the Ministry of Defence. Out of the 535 selected candidates, 473 are men and 62 are women .
CDS I OTA 2025 Vacancies
The UPSC had announced specific vacancies for these courses. Here is a breakdown of the available seats:
| Course Name | Vacancies |
| 123rd SSC Men (Non-Technical) | 275 |
| 37th SSC Women (Non-Technical) | 18 |
Courses Offered at OTA Chennai
Selected candidates will join courses at the Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai, starting in April 2026 . These courses are:
- 123rd Short Service Commission Course (Men - Non-Technical)
- 37th Short Service Commission Course (Women - Non-Technical)
Some candidates on this final merit list for the 123rd SSC (Men) course were also previously recommended for admission to other prestigious academies. These include:
- Indian Military Academy ( IMA ), Dehradun
- Indian Naval Academy ( INA ), Ezhimala, Kerala
- Air Force Academy ( AFA ), Hyderabad (Pre-Flying Training)
Important Dates and Marks Disclosure
UPSC will publish the marks of all candidates on its website within 15 days from the result declaration. These marks will remain available for 30 days . Candidates who were not selected for the OTA have an option to view their scores and other details. They can choose this option when downloading their marks from the UPSC website.
Key Points to Remember
It is important to know that the medical examination results were not part of preparing this final merit list. The verification of candidates' birth date and educational qualifications will be done later at the Army Headquarters.
How to Check the CDS I OTA 2025 Final Result
Candidates can easily download the final result list from the official UPSC website. Follow these simple steps:
- Go to the official website: upsc.gov.in
- On the homepage, look for and click on the link titled "Final Result: Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2025 (OTA)".
- On the next page, click on the "Final Result" link.
- A PDF file will open on your screen. This file contains the roll numbers and names of the selected candidates.
- Download this PDF file and take a printout for your records.
