CDS 2 2025 Written & SSB Marks Released by UPSC

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the CDS 2 2025 final marks for candidates who appeared in the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025. The examination was conducted on 14 September 2025, and the marks now give candidates a complete picture of their performance in the written examination and SSB stage.

The CDS 2 2025 final result was declared earlier, and UPSC has now made the marks available. Candidates can check the marks through the official UPSC website.

If you appeared for CDS 2 2025, this is the stage where you can finally see how you performed across the CDS written exam and SSB. Below, we have explained the important details in simple language.

CDS 2 2025 Final Marks: Overview

The written examination was followed by the Services Selection Board (SSB) process for candidates who qualified at the written stage. UPSC's written result notice states that 9,085 candidates qualified for the SSB interview process for the IMA, INA, Air Force Academy and OTA courses connected with CDS 2 2025.

What Are CDS 2 2025 Final Written + SSB Marks?

The final marks show the marks obtained by candidates in the two major stages of the CDS selection process:

• Written Examination
• SSB Interview / Intelligence and Personality Test

For CDS, candidates need to meet the qualifying standards in both the written examination and SSB. The final merit position is prepared on the basis of the combined marks obtained in the written examination and SSB, subject to the applicable conditions, medical fitness, and availability of vacancies.

So, if you appeared for both stages, the marks are useful not just to check whether you were selected, but also to understand where you stood in the overall selection process.

How to Check CDS 2 2025 Final Written + SSB Marks?

Checking the marks is fairly simple. You can follow these steps:

• Visit the UPSC Website www.upsc.gov.in
• Look for the relevant CDS 2 2025 marks or final result link under the examination/result-related sections.
• Click on the link related to the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025 final marks.
• Once the marks document opens, search for your Roll Number or other details as mentioned by UPSC.
• If the marks are provided in PDF format, you can simply press Ctrl + F on a computer and enter your roll number.
• After checking your marks, download or save the document for future reference.

What Does the CDS Final Marks Tell You?

The marks can be particularly useful for aspirants who are planning to appear for future CDS examinations.

For example, if your written marks were strong but your SSB marks were comparatively lower, it can give you an idea about where you need to improve. Similarly, a good SSB score with a weaker written performance can tell you that your preparation strategy for the written exam needs more attention.

In short, don't look at the marks only as a selected/not selected result. Use them as feedback for your next attempt.

CDS Selection Process

The CDS selection process broadly consists of:

Written Examination → SSB Interview → Medical Examination → Final Merit

Candidates who clear the written examination are called for the SSB process according to the applicable service and preference requirements. UPSC's examination rules state that candidates must secure the prescribed minimum qualifying marks separately in the written examination and SSB test. Final merit is based on the combined marks of the two stages.

CDS 2 2025 Vacancy Details

The CDS 2 2025 examination was conducted for admission to different defence training academies. The reported vacancies were:

The written result notice confirms that CDS 2 2025 covered admissions to IMA, INA, Air Force Academy and OTA courses commencing in 2026.

What Should Candidates Do After Checking Their Marks?

If you have checked your CDS 2 2025 marks, take a little time to analyse them instead of simply looking at the final number.

Ask yourself:

• How strong was my written score?
• How did I perform at SSB?
• Which stage affected my final score the most?
• Was my written preparation consistent enough?
• What can I improve before the next CDS attempt?

For candidates who were not selected, the marks can be especially useful. One unsuccessful attempt does not mean the end of the road. CDS is a competitive examination, and many aspirants improve their performance by identifying their weak areas and preparing more systematically for the next attempt.

Important Points About CDS 2 2025 Marks

• The CDS 2 2025 examination was held on 14 September 2025.
• The written result was released on 09 October 2025.
• The final result was declared on 30 March 2026, followed by a revision on 07 April 2026, as per the update provided for this examination.
• The final marks were made available on 21 August 2026.
• The final selection is not based on the written examination alone.
• Candidates must meet the required qualifying standards at the written and SSB stages.
• Final selection is subject to merit, medical fitness, suitability, and available vacancies.
• Candidates should rely on the official UPSC website for the final marks and result information.

Conclusion

The release of the CDS 2 2025 Final Written + SSB Marks gives candidates a chance to look back at their complete performance in the selection process. If you appeared for the examination, make sure you check your marks and keep a copy for your records.

And if you could not make it this time, don't let the marks discourage you. Use them to understand where you stand, work on the weaker areas and prepare better for the next opportunity. For defence aspirants, every attempt can be a learning experience—and the next attempt can always be stronger.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. When were the CDS 2 2025 final marks released?

The CDS 2 2025 final marks were made available on 21 August 2026.

2. When was the CDS 2 2025 written examination conducted?

The CDS 2 2025 written examination was conducted on 14 September 2025.

3. When was the CDS 2 2025 final result declared?

The CDS 2 2025 final result was declared on 30 March 2026, followed by a revision on 07 April 2026.

4. What do CDS 2 2025 final marks include?

The final marks reflect performance in the written examination and SSB stage. These two stages are considered for preparing the final merit, subject to the applicable selection conditions.

5. How can I check my CDS 2 2025 marks?

You can check the marks through the official UPSC website by going to the relevant examination/results or marks section and opening the CDS 2 2025 marks document.

6. Is clearing the written exam enough for final selection in CDS?

No. Candidates who qualify in the written examination have to go through the SSB process and meet the prescribed qualifying standards. Final selection depends on merit, medical fitness, suitability and the number of vacancies available.

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