UPSC CDS II 2025 Final Result Declared - Check Merit List & Recommended Candidates
The Union Public Service Commission has released the final results for Combined Defence Services (CDS II) 2025. Check service-wise merit lists, toppers, and download the official PDF.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially declared the final results for the Combined Defence Services (II) Examination, 2025. Candidates who appeared for the written examination followed by the Services Selection Board (SSB) interviews conducted by the Ministry of Defence can now check their results and merit positions.
This comprehensive blog post covers everything you need to know about the UPSC CDS II 2025 final results, including service-wise selection breakdowns, top-performing candidates, scoring patterns, and official links to access the merit list.
Overview of UPSC CDS (II) Examination 2025
The Combined Defence Services Examination is conducted twice a year by UPSC for admission to prestigious military training academies across India. The CDS (II) 2025 selection process involved a rigorous two-tier assessment:
- Written Examination: Conducted by UPSC testing English, General Knowledge, and Elementary Mathematics.
- SSB Interview: Conducted by the Services Selection Board assessing intelligence, personality, and leadership traits over multiple days.
Based on the combined performance in the written test and SSB interviews, candidates have been finally recommended for admission to the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad, and Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai (for both Men and Women).
Service-Wise Recommended Candidates Summary & Top Performers
A large number of aspirants successfully cleared the merit thresholds across different wings. Below is a structured breakdown and summary table of the top recommended candidates across all defense services.
Top Rankers Summary Table
| Service / Academy | Total Recommended | Top Candidate Name | Roll Number | Written Total | SSB Marks | Final Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Military Academy (IMA) | 190 | Samar Islam Laskar | 0804446 | 183.79 | 161.00 | 344.79 |
| Indian Naval Academy (INA) | 85 | Jasnoor Singh | 3503411 | 165.73 | 153.00 | 318.73 |
| Indian Air Force (AFA) | 27 | Jasnoor Singh | 3503411 | 165.73 | 153.00 | 318.73 |
| OTA (Men) | 455 | Karale Ritesh Shivanand | 6600380 | 119.73 | 112.00 | 231.73 |
| OTA (Women) | 28 | Khushmeet Kaur Sona | 0820657 | 115.20 | 124.00 | 239.28 |
Detailed Service Insights
1. Indian Military Academy (IMA)
- Total Selections: 190 male candidates recommended.
- Top Performers: Samar Islam Laskar secured 1st position with a final score of 344.79, closely followed by Karale Ritesh Shivanand (339.73) and Aman Kumar (335.89).
2. Indian Naval Academy (INA)
- Total Selections: 85 candidates recommended.
- Top Performers: Jasnoor Singh led the merit with 318.73 marks. Sahil Ahlawat recorded the highest individual SSB score in this branch with 186 out of 300 (Final Total: 299.00).
3. Indian Air Force (AFA)
- Total Selections: 27 candidates recommended for flight training.
- Top Performers: Jasnoor Singh, Alok Singh (306.17 marks), and Chakshu (302.17 marks) secured the top positions.
4. Officers Training Academy (OTA) - Men & Women
- OTA Men: 455 candidates recommended. Karale Ritesh Shivanand secured the top spot with 231.73 total marks (119.73 written + 112 SSB).
- OTA Women: 28 female candidates recommended. Khushmeet Kaur Sona bagged rank 1 with 239.28 marks (115.2 written + 124 SSB), followed by Shinail Singh (218.78 marks).
Important Statistics & Scoring Trends
- Written vs. SSB Weightage:
- For IMA, INA, and AFA, the written exam total was 300 and SSB marks total was 300 (Combined Total: 600).
- For OTA (Men & Women), the written exam total was 200 and SSB marks total was 200 (Combined Total: 400).
- Medical Verification: All selections are provisional pending the verification of educational credentials and date of birth by respective service headquarters.
Official Links & Important Resources
Access the official notification, candidate scorecards, and final merit PDF directly through the official portals below:
| Resource Description | Official Link / Portal |
|---|---|
| Download UPSC CDS II 2025 Final Result PDF | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
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