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The Union Public Service Commission provided the details pertaining to the CDS 2025 exam centres online in the official notification. The official CDS 2025 notification is available to download at upsconline.nic.in/upsc.gov.in. Candidates attempting the UPSC CDS exam can choose their exam centre while filling out the application form. Therefore, candidates have to select their CDS 2025 exam centre carefully before submitting the application.
The cities where the CDS exam will take place are listed in the table below. Please note that candidates will not be able to change or make corrections to their choice of exam centre after submitting the application form.
Events | CDS 02/2025 |
CDS 2 Advertisement | May 28, 2025 |
CDS 2025 application date | May 28, 2025 |
Last day of CDS 2 Application | June 20, 2025 (extended date) |
CDS 2 2025 Exam Date | September 14, 2025 |
Events | CDS 01/2025 |
CDS 1 Advertisement | December 11, 2024 |
CDS 1 2025 application form date | December 11, 2024 |
Last CDS 1 2025 registration date | December 31, 2024 |
CDS 1 2025 exam date | April 13, 2025 |
The CDS exam centre 2025 details are given in the official notification. The CDS exam 2025 will be held in the offline mode. The number of exam centres may vary. Candidates can refer to the table below to know the list of exam centres of UPSC CDS.
AGARTALA | GHAZIABAD | NAVI MUMBAI |
AGRA | GORAKHPUR | PANAJI (GOA) |
AJMER | GURGAON | PATNA |
AHMEDABAD | GWALIOR | PORT BLAIR |
AIZAWL | HYDERABAD | PRAYAGRAJ (ALLAHABAD) |
ALIGARH | IMPHAL | PUDUCHERRY |
ALMORA (UTTARAKHAND) | INDORE | PUNE |
ANANTPUR (ANDHRA PRADESH) | ITANAGAR | RAIPUR |
CHHATRAPATI SAMBHAJINAGAR [AURANGABAD (MAHARASHTRA)] | JABALPUR | RAJKOT |
BENGALURU | JAIPUR | RANCHI |
BAREILLY | JAMMU | SAMBALPUR |
BHOPAL | JODHPUR | SHILLONG |
BILASPUR (CHHATISGARH) | JORHAT | SHIMLA |
CHANDIGARH | KARGIL | SILIGUDI |
CHENNAI | KOCHI | SRINAGAR |
COIMBATORE | KOHIMA | SRINAGAR (UTTARAKHAND) |
CUTTACK | KOLKATA | THANE |
DEHRADUN | KOZHIKODE (CALICUT) | THIRUVANANTHAPURAM |
DELHI | LEH | TIRUCHIRAPALLI |
DHARAMSHALA | LUCKNOW | TIRUPATI |
DHARWAD | LUDHIANA | UDAIPUR |
DISPUR | MADURAI | VARANASI |
FARIDABAD | MANDI | VELLORE |
GANGTOK | MUMBAI | VIJAYAVADA |
GAYA | MYSORE | VISHAKHAPATNAM |
GAUTAM BUDDH NAGAR | NAGPUR | HANUMAKONDA (WARANGAL URBAN) |
Candidates must bring the following documentation to the exam centre
A valid photo ID card, such as an Aadhaar Card, Voter Card, PAN Card or Passport/Driving Licence.
UPSC CDS admit card
Passport-size photographs
Candidates must take care to follow these rules during the CDS exam.
Candidates must be present at the CDS exam centre at least an hour before the exam starts.
The candidate must be carrying all the required documentation.
Candidates must use only a black ballpoint pen on the OMR sheet.
Candidates must not use any unfair means in the exam. This includes not bringing any of the prohibited items listed below.
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Candidates will be allowed to take the following items inside the exam centre of CDS 2025.
CDS 2025 admit card
Valid photo identity proof
One or two photographs
Transparent water bottle
The following are the items prohibited to carry inside the CDS 2025 exam centre.
Mobile phone
Pen Drive
Smartwatches
Pager
Bluetooth device
Stationery items, etc.
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The Union Public Service Commission will release the CDS 2025 admit card soon at upsc.gov.in. Candidates will be able to download the UPSC CDS 2 2025 admit card by using the valid registration number and date of birth. They can check exam centre details on the CDS 2025 admit card.
The details specified on the UPSC CDS admit card are personal details, exam details, contact details, and the exam day instructions, photograph, signature, etc. Candidates are advised to reach the CDS exam centre in 2025 at least one hour before the starting time of the exam.
CDS selection process 2025 consists of a written exam, SSB interview and medical examination.
Yes, as per the CDS exam pattern 2025, there is a negative marking of one-third mark for every incorrect answer.
No, once the CDS 2025 exam centre is alloted, it cannot be changed.
The CDS Full Form is Combined Defence Services exam.
There were a total of 78 exam cities this year.
The CDS age limit is between 20 and 24 years.
In order to better the CDS 2025 exam, candidates should prepare a strategy and cover the whole syllabus from CDS exam books 2025.
Candidates can download the UPSC CDS admit card 2025 by using the registration number and date of birth.
Pathfinder from Arihant Publications is the best book for CDS exam preparation 2025.
The CDS exam centre list is provided in the official notification. However, aspirants can also check the exact UPSC CDS exam centre on their admit card.
Others:21 July,2025 - 28 July,2025
Application Correction Date:25 July,2025 - 26 July,2025
Hi dear candidate,
To be eligible for CDS 1 Exam 2026, your age should fall between 20 to 24 years old. And with your date of birth of 21 December 2002, means that you will be 23 years old as of 1st January, 2026. CDS 1 exam 2026 is expected to take place in April 2026.
Considering the above:
Yes, you will be able to give exam for CDS 1 in 2026.
ALL THE BEST !
Yes, You are eligible to apply for CDS OTA 2026(April exam) Based on your date of birth
Make sure you also:
Hello Aditya,
As a PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) student after your 12th board exam, you cannot directly appear for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) exam because it requires a bachelor’s degree. However, here’s a clear and concise guide on how you can prepare for and give the CDS exam after completing further studies, tailored to your background:
I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, feel free to share your questions with us, and we will be happy to assist you.
Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.
To prepare for CDS, CGL, and CAT during graduation, create a clear study schedule focusing on basics, reasoning, and aptitude. Practice daily mocks, improve time management, and stay consistent. Balance college and preparation with discipline and regular revision.
Your date of birth is 24th February 2006, and you will complete graduation in July 2028. For the CDS exam, the maximum number of attempts depends on your age limit and category, but generally, candidates have around 4 to 6 attempts before reaching the age limit.
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