UPSC CDS 2 2025 admit card has been released on its official website. All the candidates who have applied for the exam can now download their admit cards online. Candidates should download it at the earliest, before the written exam dates. Your admit card is your entry pass for the examination. It has mentioned all your information like your roll number, the date and time, exam centre, and the day of the exam. Without it, you will not be allowed to sit for the exam.
CDS 2 2025 Exam at a Glance
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Particulars |
Details |
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Exam |
CDS 2 2025 |
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Academies |
IMA, INA, AFA, OTA |
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Exam Conducting Body |
UPSC |
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Notification Release Date |
May 28, 2025 |
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Last Date to Apply |
June 20, 2025 |
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Admit Card Release Date |
September 04, 2025 |
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Exam Date |
September 14, 2025 |
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Result Declaration |
2-3 weeks after the exam (expected) |
How to Download CDS 2 2025 Admit Card
- Go to the official UPSC website at www.upsconline.nic.in or www.upsc.gov.in
- Click the "Admit Card" link.
- Click the "E-Admit Cards for Various UPSC Examinations" link.
- Find the admit card link for CDS 2 2025.
- Enter your Registration number / Roll Number and Date of Birth.
- Click submit, and your admit card will be displayed.
- Download and print two or more copies.
To avoid PDF formatting issues, use a computer to print your admit card instead of using your phone.
Important Information About the Admit Card
- The date and place of the CDS 2 2025 examination are being notified on the admit cards.
- For login, you will need your Registration Number and DOB.
- If you do not have an admit card or if your admit card has errors, report to UPSC at their Facilitation Counter right away.
- It is a must to verify the details, which at times may be found to be wrong; a wrong name, roll number, or a blurred photo can cause disqualification.
Documents to Carry on Exam Day
- A hard copy of the admit card. (Soft copies are not allowed.)
- A photo ID proof valid – Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, PAN, or Driving License.
- Two black ballpoint pens for OMR sheets.
- Passport photos in case the admit card photo is not clear.
Exam Day Guidelines
- Arrive at the centre well in advance; gates close 10 minutes prior to the exam starting.
- Carry only the items which is essential for the exam, such as the admit card, ID, pens, and photos.
- Be obedient to the invigilators and keep discipline.
- Keep your admit card securely even after the exam – it can be required for SSB Interview or further processes.
About CDS Examination
UPSC conducts the CDS Exam two times in a year to recruit candidates for the Armed Forces.
The process of selection has two phases:
- Written Exam – Written exam includes English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics (for IMA, INA, and AFA).
- SSB Interview – examines personality, leadership, communication skills, and physical stamina.
Those selected get trained in the respective academies and join the Indian Armed Forces as commissioned officers.
Stay Prepared
- Continue visiting the website of UPSC regularly.
- Use authentic educational portals and websites to obtain study tips and analyse exams.
- Revise the syllabus, practice previous year question papers with proper time management.
Final Words
The CDS 2 2025 admit card is not only a document but your ticket to a career in the armed forces. Download it on time, read all the information carefully, and follow the instructions on exam day.
Note that which CDS you get into is not a mere formality; it also tests your willpower, discipline, and leadership. Approach it with the right frame of mind, and you may achieve your goal of a career in the Army, Navy, or Air Force.
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