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UPSC CDS I Marks 2025

By Sarkari Afsar Editorial Team
๐Ÿ“… Posted03 Apr 2026
โฐ Last Date31 Dec 2024
๐Ÿข AuthorityUPSC
๐Ÿ‘ฅ Vacancies457
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Authority
UPSC
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Vacancies
457
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Category
Government Exam
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Location
India
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Important Dates
Notification Date
Online Apply Start Date
Online Apply Last Date
Last Date For Fee Payment
Exam Date
Admit Card
Result Declared
Final Result
OTA Final Result
Marks
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Application Fee
General / OBCโ‚น200/-
SC / STโ‚น0/-
๐Ÿ’ณ Mode: Debit Card ยท Credit Card ยท Internet Banking ยท IMPS ยท Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
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Age Limit
20
Max Age
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Vacancy Breakdown
Total Sanctioned Posts457
Post NameTotalUROBCSCSTEWS
Indian Military Academy( IMA)100โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”
Indian Naval Academy (INA)32โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”
Air Force32โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”
Officers Training Academy (OTA)275โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”
OTA Women18โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”โ€”
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Eligibility & Qualification
1
Indian Military Academy( IMA)
Completed or pursuing a Bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognized university.
2
Indian Naval Academy (INA)
Passed / Appearing Bachelor Degree in Engineering at Any Recognized University.
3
Air Force
Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics, Mathematics in 10+2 Level OR Bachelor Degree in Engineering
4
Officers Training Academy (OTA)
Passed / Appearing Bachelor Degree in Any Stream at Any Recognized University.
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Selection Process
1
Written Exam
2
Medical Examination
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for UPSC CDS I Marks 2025?+
The last date to apply online is check official website. Candidates should apply before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
How many vacancies are available in UPSC CDS I Marks 2025?+
A total of 457 vacancies have been announced by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for this recruitment.
What is the salary for UPSC CDS I Marks 2025?+
The salary/pay scale is as per government rules. Additional allowances are provided as per government norms.
How to apply online for UPSC CDS I Marks 2025?+
Visit the official website, register with valid email/phone, fill the application form, upload documents, pay the fee, and submit. Save the confirmation page.
What is the selection process for UPSC CDS I Marks 2025?+
Written Exam, Medical Examination
Preparation Zone
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Start Preparing for UPSC CDS I Marks 2025
Follow this strategy to maximise your chances of selection
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01Read the Notification
The syllabus and exam pattern are officially defined in the notification โ€” read it fully.
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02Topic-wise Schedule
Make a study schedule and follow it consistently โ€” regularity beats last-minute cramming.
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03Previous Year Papers
Solve PYQs for pattern familiarity and to identify high-weightage topics.
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04Mock Tests
Attempt full-length mock tests regularly to build speed, accuracy, and exam composure.
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Pro Tip: Dedicate at least 3โ€“4 hours daily starting today. Split your time: 50% on your weakest subject, 30% on moderate areas, and 20% on revision and mock tests. Consistency is more important than marathon sessions.
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Recommended Books
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Mathematics
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams
by R.S. Aggarwal
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Reasoning
Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning
by R.S. Aggarwal
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GK
Lucent's General Knowledge
by Lucent Publication
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English
Objective English for Competitive Exams
by S.P. Bakshi
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GS
General Studies โ€” Paper I
by Disha Experts
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Practice
Previous Year Solved Papers
by Arihant Publications
๐Ÿ“Œ Note: Books listed are based on exam category. Always check the latest edition. Official NCERT books are recommended alongside these.
Quick Reference
๐Ÿ“How to Apply โ€” Step by Stepโฐ Deadline: 31 December 2024
  1. Visit the official website of UPSC.
  2. Navigate to the Recruitment / Latest Jobs section.
  3. Find the "UPSC CDS I Marks 2025" advertisement and download the official notification PDF.
  4. Register with a valid email address and mobile number to create a login.
  5. Log in and fill the online application form โ€” verify all personal, academic, and category details carefully.
  6. Upload scanned documents: photograph, signature, and certificates in the required format (JPG / PDF).
  7. Pay the prescribed application fee through the online payment gateway.
  8. Submit the form. Save the application number and print or download the confirmation page.
  9. Keep the submitted form printout safe for admit card download, exam day, and document verification.
โ†’ Apply at Official Website โ†—
๐Ÿ“„Documents Required
  • โœ“Graduation Degree & All Semester Marksheets
  • โœ“Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport (any valid govt. photo ID)
  • โœ“Recent Passport-size Photographs (white background preferred)
  • โœ“Signature scan on plain white paper
  • โœ“Caste / Category Certificate (OBC / SC / ST, if applicable)
  • โœ“EWS Certificate (if claiming EWS reservation)
  • โœ“PwD / Disability Certificate (if applicable)
  • โœ“Date of Birth Proof (Birth Certificate or 10th Marksheet)

* Carry originals and self-attested photocopies for document verification.

Detailed Guide
๐Ÿ“ŒOverview
  • Union Public Service Commission ka result aa chuka hai. 457 posts ke liye exam hua tha. https://upsc.gov.in/whats-new par apna roll number enter karke apna result check karo. Result mein aapke marks, rank, aur selection status clearly mention hoga. Agar naam merit list mein hai to document verification ke liye ready rehna โ€” sabhi original certificates aur their self-attested copies ka set taiyar rakho. Agar selection nahi hua to disappointed mat hona โ€” yeh ek exam tha, career nahi. Analyze karo ki kahan kami rahi โ€” accuracy, speed, ya particular section mein โ€” aur next attempt better karo. Qualified candidates ke liye agla step document verification ya physical test hoga โ€” us schedule ke liye https://upsc.gov.in/whats-new regularly check karte raho.

๐Ÿ“„Documents
  • UPSC Document Verification ke liye ready rakhein:

  • โ–ธ10th marksheet (date of birth proof)
  • โ–ธ12th ya equivalent certificate + marksheet
  • โ–ธGraduation degree certificate + all year marksheets
  • โ–ธCaste Certificate โ€” SC/ST/OBC ke liye (agar applicable)
  • โ–ธIncome Certificate โ€” EWS category ke liye
  • โ–ธDomicile ya Residence Certificate
  • โ–ธPassport size color photos (white background, latest)
  • โ–ธValid Government Photo ID โ€” Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID
  • โ–ธCharacter Certificate (gazetted officer se attested)
  • Originals + self-attested photocopy ka ek complete set banao. Self-attestation mein apna naam, Roll Number, aur date likhna zaroori hota hai. Ek bhi document missing ya expired hua to candidature turant cancel ho sakti hai โ€” is process mein koi second chance nahi milta. OBC ya EWS certificate mein issue date check karo โ€” adhiktar recruitments mein 1 saal purana certificate reject ho jaata hai. Documents ko ek clear plastic folder mein index ke saath arrange karo โ€” verification officer ka kaam asaan hoga aur aapka impression bhi achha padega.

๐Ÿ“ŠAnalysis
  • UPSC cutoff analysis โ€” total 457 posts ke liye competition ka andaza lagaana zaroori hai. Posts include Indian Military Academy( IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force aur others. General/UR category ka cutoff hamesha sabse upar hota hai kyunki is category mein competition maximum hoti hai. EWS category ka cutoff UR ke kareeb ya thoda niche hota hai. OBC cutoff generally 3-8 marks kam hota hai UR se. SC/ST cutoff sabse niche hota hai lekin passing marks compulsory hain. Target hamesha expected cutoff se 10-15 marks upar rakhno โ€” buffer marks final merit mein fayda dete hain. Previous year ke papers analyze karo โ€” section-wise difficulty aur question pattern samjho. Mock tests mein apna estimated rank check karo taaki real exam se pehle realistic expectation bane. Cutoff predict karna hard hota hai โ€” isliye overconfident na ho aur poori preparation ke saath exam do.

๐Ÿ”’Official Source
  • UPSC se related updates ke liye sirf https://upsc.gov.in/whats-new ko trust karo. WhatsApp groups, Telegram channels, aur social media posts mein bahut baar galat exam dates, fake admit card links, aur wrong cut-off lists share hoti hain โ€” unpar act karne se selection cancel ho sakta hai. Kuch websites spoof links share karti hain jo exactly official website jaisi dikhti hain โ€” URL bar mein address zaroor check karo pehle. UPSC kabhi bhi third-party website ya private number se notifications nahi bhejta. Personal information โ€” registration number, password, OTP โ€” kisi ke saath share mat karo, yeh phishing attacks hote hain. Hum bhi apni information directly https://upsc.gov.in/whats-new se verify karke yahan update karte hain โ€” hum koi fee nahi lete aur sirf verified sources use karte hain. Agar koi news suspicious lage to directly official website check karo โ€” ek minute ka effort aapko bade nuksaan se bacha sakta hai. Recruitment fraud ke cases bhi aate hain โ€” koi agent agar selection guarantee de to woh fraud hai, report karo.

๐Ÿ“Apply Online Now โ†’

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