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UPSC CDS Admit Card 2025 Released: Key Information for Candidates

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Admit Card for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination 2025. Candidates are advised to carefully review the following essential details to ensure a smooth examination experience.

Admit Card Details

Candidates can download their UPSC CDS Admit Card 2025 from the official website, upsc.gov.in, using their registration number and date of birth. The Admit Card contains important details such as the candidate's name, exam city, exam center, and other relevant information.

Photo ID and Documents

Valid photo ID proofs acceptable for the CDS Examination include Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Passport, or Driving License. Candidates must carry two recent passport-size photographs for potential verification during the examination. Additionally, any additional documents specified by UPSC in the Admit Card instructions must be carried by candidates.

Exam Format and Duration

For Officer Training Academy (OTA) candidates, the UPSC CDS Exam consists of English and General Knowledge, with a total of 240 marks and 4 hours for completion. For IMA, INA, and AFA candidates, the UPSC CDS Exam consists of English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics, with a total of 340 marks and 6 hours for completion.

The exam will be conducted in three shifts for IMA, INA, and AFA candidates, while OTA candidates have two shifts. The exact dates for the CDS Examination for IMA, INA, AFA candidates are on September 4, 2025, and for OTA candidates, the date is yet to be announced. The CDS 2 Exam Date is scheduled on September 14, 2025.

Exam Day Instructions

Candidates must reach the examination center at least 30-45 minutes before the reporting time. Candidates should carry a printed copy of the UPSC CDS Admit Card 2025, along with a valid photo ID, to the exam center. Candidates may optionally bring a hard copy of the exam city slip for clarity during the CDS Examination.

Prohibited Items

Electronic devices, calculators, smartwatches, or any communication devices are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall. Candidates for the CDS Examination on September 14, 2025, can bring only specific items to the examination room.

Error on Admit Card

In case of any error on the admit card, contact UPSC immediately via the helpline numbers or email.

Travel and Accommodation

The UPSC CDS Admit Card 2025 does not explicitly provide detailed information on the candidate's travel or accommodation arrangements and specific instructions about the exam center facilities. Candidates are advised to keep an eye on the UPSC website for any updates regarding these matters.

Stay Informed

Stay updated with the latest news and updates related to the UPSC CDS Examination by regularly visiting the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in. Good luck to all the candidates!