UPSC CDS I 2024 Final Merit List Released: Is Your Name on the List? Know How to Check

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the final merit list for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination I, 2024. A total of 590 candidates have successfully qualified for the upcoming 121st Short Service Commission (SSC) Course for Men and the 35th Short Service Commission Women (Non-Technical) Course. This marks the beginning of a new chapter for these candidates, who will embark on their training in April 2025.

Key Details of the UPSC CDS I 2024 Final Merit List

Total Successful Candidates: 590 candidates have made it to the final list. This includes 470 male candidates and 120 female candidates.

Courses for Selected Candidates: Successful candidates will join the 121st Short Service Commission (SSC) Course for Men and the 35th Short Service Commission Women (Non-Technical) Course.

Training Commencement: Training for these courses is scheduled to begin in April 2025.

Additional Admissions: The merit list also includes candidates recommended for institutions such as the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Naval Academy, and Air Force Academy for Pre-Flying Training Courses.

How to Access the Merit List?

To check whether they've made the cut, candidates can follow these simple steps:

Visit UPSC Official Website: Go to upsc.gov.in.

Locate the 'What's New' Section: Find the link titled "Final Result: Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2024 (OTA)".

Download PDF: Click on the link to download the PDF, which contains the names and roll numbers of the selected candidates.

Verify Details: Search for your name and roll number in the document. Download and save a copy for future reference.

Gateway to Prestigious Defense Institutions

The success of these 590 candidates is not just limited to qualifying for the SSC courses. Many of them are also headed to some of India's most prestigious defense training institutions:

Indian Military Academy (IMA): For officer training in the Army.
Naval Academy: For naval training in Ezhimala, Kerala.
Air Force Academy: For Pre-Flying Training Courses in Hyderabad.

For these candidates, the hard work is just beginning. As they prepare for their training, they will be entering an intensive period that will shape them into capable defense officers. They will face both physical and mental challenges, preparing them to take on leadership roles in India's armed forces.