UPSC CDS 1 Final Result 2025 Declared: 535 Selected for OTA Chennai

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the final result of the Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) 1, 2025.

 Key Highlights (In Simple Words)

A total of 535 candidates have been selected for the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai.

Out of these:

• 473 are men
• 62 are women

Course Details

The selected candidates will join:

• 123rd Short Service Commission (SSC) Course – Men (Non-Technical)
• 37th SSC Women (Non-Technical) Course

 These courses will start in April 2026.

 Vacancy Information

According to UPSC:

• 275 posts are for SSC Men (Non-Technical)
• 18 posts are for SSC Women (Non-Technical)

Important Points to Know

• The merit list does not include medical test results.
• Selection is provisional, which means:
• Final admission depends on verification of date of birth and education certificates by Army Headquarters.
• Some candidates in this list were already recommended earlier for:
• IMA (Indian Military Academy)
• INA (Indian Naval Academy)
• AFA (Air Force Academy – Pre-Flying Training)

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Result & Marks Information

• Candidates can download the CDS 1 final result PDF from the official website: upsc.gov.in
• Marks will be released within 15 days of the result date.
• Marks will be available on the website for 30 days only.
• Candidates who are not selected can check their marks under:
• “Disclosure of Marks and Other Details of Non-Recommended Candidates” section on the UPSC website.

 Conclusion

The UPSC CDS 1 Final Result 2025 marks an important step for defence aspirants preparing to serve the nation through the Short Service Commission. Candidates who have made it to the merit list should now focus on medical fitness and document verification to secure their place at OTA Chennai