UPSC CDS 2 2024 Final Result at upsc.gov.in - 574 Candidates Selected for OTA Chennai

Updated: Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 12:38 [IST]

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the final merit list for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination II, 2024, on May 23, 2025. A total of 574 candidates, including 510 men and 64 women, have successfully qualified for admission to the prestigious Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai.

UPSC CDS 2 Final Result 2024 Declared — Image from PTI

These candidates have been selected based on their performance in the written exam conducted by UPSC and subsequent SSB interviews held by the Services Selection Board of the Ministry of Defence.

The selected aspirants will be inducted into the following courses:

118th Short Service Commission (SSC) Course (Non-Technical) for Men
36th Short Service Commission (SSC) Women (Non-Technical) Course

Both training programs are scheduled to begin in October 2025.

This result marks the conclusion of the rigorous selection process and opens the doors for aspirants to join the Indian Armed Forces in a leadership capacity. The final selection list does not consider candidates who were recommended earlier for admission to the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), or Air Force Academy (AFA) from the same exam cycle.

Selected candidates are advised to keep an eye on the official websites of the Indian Army and OTA for further joining instructions and documentation requirements.

Key Highlights of UPSC CDS 2 Final Result 2024

Exam Name: Combined Defence Services Examination (CDS) II 2024
Conducted by: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Final Result Date: [Insert date here when applicable]
Official Website: upsc.gov.in
Selection Basis: Written exam + SSB Interview
Academies Covered: IMA, INA, AFA, OTA

How to Check UPSC CDS 2 Final Result 2024?

Candidates can follow the simple steps below to access the final result PDF:

Visit the official website: www.upsc.gov.in
Click on the "Final Results" section under the Examination tab.
Find the link titled "CDS 2 Final Result 2024" and click on it.
A PDF file will open containing the roll numbers and names of selected candidates.
Use Ctrl+F to search your roll number quickly.
Download or print the result for future reference.

Click here to download the UPSC CDS (II) Final Result 2024

Details Available in the Final Result PDF

Name of the candidate (for those who opted to disclose)
Roll number
Academy allotted (IMA, INA, AFA, OTA)
Instructions for document verification

What's Next After the CDS 2 Final Result?

Candidates who have cleared the final stage will now proceed with document verification and joining formalities at the respective academies. The Ministry of Defence will soon release official joining instructions for each selected candidate.

UPSC CDS 2 Cut-Off Marks 2024

The cut-off marks for CDS 2 2024 will be uploaded shortly by UPSC. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official site for updates regarding:

Written exam cut-offs
Final selection marks
Academy-specific cut-offs

Important Notes:

The candidature is provisional until all verification processes are completed.
Candidates must retain a copy of the SSB recommendation letter and other relevant documents.
Joining letters will be sent by the respective training academies through official channels.

Official Helpdesk

For any issues regarding the result, candidates may contact UPSC at:

Phone: 011-23385271 / 011-23381125
Email: [email protected]

Conclusion

The declaration of the UPSC CDS 2 Final Result 2024 marks a major milestone for aspirants who dream of serving the nation in the Indian Defence Forces. We congratulate all the selected candidates and wish them the very best for their future training and service.