UPSC CDS-II Admit Card 2025
The UPSC CDS-II Admit Card 2025 has been officially released on September 4, 2025, on the Union Public Service Commission’s website (www.upsc.gov.in) for candidates appearing in the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), scheduled for September 14, 2025. Candidates must log in using their registration number, roll number, or personal details like name and date of birth to download the admit card. The admit card is essential for entry into the examination center and must be accompanied by a valid government-issued ID such as an Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, or driving license.
The admit card contains crucial information, including the candidate’s name, roll number, photograph, signature, exact examination center address, reporting time, and important exam-day instructions. All candidates are strongly advised to verify these details for accuracy. If discrepancies are found, they must contact UPSC immediately to avoid issues on exam day. Exam guidelines strictly prohibit electronic devices, calculators, smartwatches, or other communication devices inside the exam hall. Candidates should report to their designated centers at least 30–45 minutes before the gate closure to ensure a smooth entry and avoid last-minute complications.
Downloading the admit card is a simple process: visit the official UPSC website, click on the CDS Admit Card 2025 link, enter required credentials, and print the downloaded copy for future reference. Remember, no hard copies will be sent by post; only electronic download is available. Carrying both the printed admit card and a valid ID is mandatory for appearing in the CDS-II 2025 exam.
UPSC CDS-II Important Dates
- Notification Release: 28 May2025
- Application Start: 28 May 2025
- Application End: 20 June 2025
- Correction Window: 07–09 July 2025
- Admit Card Release: 04 September 2025
- CDS-II Exam Date: 14 September 2025
UPSC CDS-II Exam Date and Schedule
Exam Date : 14 September 2025
The exam will be conducted in three shifts:
- English: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- General Knowledge: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
- Elementary Mathematics: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
How to Download UPSC CDS-II Admit Card
- Visit the official UPSC website
- Click on the “E-admit card Combined Defence Services II 2025” link under the Admit Card section.
- Enter your Registration Number or Roll Number and Date of Birth, along with the captcha.
- Review your details and submit the form to view the admit card.
- Download and print your admit card for exam day use.
UPSC CDS-II Exam Pattern
- Exam Type: Objective Multiple Choice
- Duration : 06 Hours
- 3 paper and each paper have 02 Hours
- Negative Marking : 1/3 marks penalty for each Wrong Answer
| Paper | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 100 | 100 |
| General Knowledge | 100 | 100 |
| Mathematics | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 300 | 300 |
UPSC CDS-II Syllabus
English
- Spotting errors
- Sentence arrangement
- Synonyms & antonyms
- Selecting words
- Ordering of sentences
- Reading comprehension
- Fill in the blanks
- Idioms and phrases
- Sentence improvements/corrections
General Knowledge
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- History: Ancient, Medieval, Modern
- Geography: Indian & World
- Politics/Polity
- Economics
- Physics, Chemistry, Biology
- Sociology, Environment, Sports
- Defence awards and books
Mathematics (Class 10 level)
- Number system
- Algebra: quadratic equations, polynomials
- Arithmetic: percentages, time & work, profit & loss
- Trigonometry: ratios, identities, heights/distance
- Geometry: lines, angles, triangles, circles
- Mensuration: areas, volumes
- Statistics: data interpretation, bar/pie charts
Selection Process
- Written Examination
- SSB Interview/Personality Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
UPSC CDS-II Salary Structure
| Rank | Pay Scale (per month) |
|---|---|
| During Training (stipend) | ₹56,100 |
| Lieutenant | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 |
| Captain | ₹61,300–₹1,93,900 |
| Major | ₹69,400–₹2,07,200 |
| Lieutenant Colonel | ₹1,21,200–₹2,12,400 |
| Colonel | ₹1,30,600–₹2,15,900 |
| Brigadier | ₹1,39,600–₹2,17,600 |
| Major General | ₹1,44,200–₹2,18,200 |
| Lieutenant General (HAG) | ₹1,82,200–₹2,24,100 |
| HAG+ Scale | ₹2,05,400–₹2,24,400 |
| VCOAS/Army Cdr/Lt Gen NFSG | ₹2,25,000 (fixed) |
| COAS | ₹2,50,000 (fixed) |
