The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the admit cards for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination (I) 2025. Candidates who have registered for this prestigious examination can now download their hall tickets from the official UPSC website, upsconline.gov.in.
Exam Details
The CDS 1 2025 exam is scheduled to take place on April 13, 2025, across various centers nationwide. The examination aims to fill 457 vacancies in the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers’ Training Academy (OTA).

Exam Schedule
The examination will be conducted in three shifts:
– English: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
– General Knowledge: 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
– Elementary Mathematics: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Downloading the Admit Card
To download the admit card, candidates can follow these simple steps:
1. Visit the Official Website: Go to upsconline.gov.in, the official portal for UPSC admit cards.
2. Locate the Admit Card Section: Find the “E-Admit Cards for Various Examinations of UPSC” link under the ‘What’s New’ section and click on it.
3. Select CDS 1 2025 Admit Card: Click on the link labeled “UPSC CDS 1 2025 Admit Card.”
4. Enter Login Credentials: Choose to log in using either your Registration Number or Roll Number.
5. Download and Print: Once logged in, your admit card will appear. Verify all details, then click ‘Download.’ Take a printout on clean white paper for exam day.
Important Instructions
– UPSC advises using the latest versions of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox for a smooth download process.
– In case of discrepancies, contact UPSC immediately.
– Candidates should arrive at least 30 minutes early and avoid bringing electronic devices into the exam hall.
– Stay updated via the official website for further announcements.