UPSC CDS 2 Final Result Marks 2026 Out

UPSC CDS 2 Final Result Marks 2026 Out: Download Academy-wise Merit List PDF

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially declared the UPSC CDS 2 Final Result Marks 2026 (for the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025). This final result includes detailed marks for candidates recommended across the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), Indian Air Force Academy (AFA), and Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. The final merit has been compiled based on the written examination scores and the subsequent SSB interview stages.

Recruitment Overview

Result / Merit List Details

The final result PDF contains the roll numbers and marks of the recommended candidates. The academy-wise distribution of recommended candidates is detailed below:

Note: Some candidates appear in more than one academy list, as a single written exam feeds all merit lists.

How to Check Results Online

Candidates can download their final result marks sheet using the official PDF link provided in the Important Links section. Follow these steps to locate your roll number:

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the official UPSC portal.
2. Navigate to Written Results: Find the "Written Results" section under the "Examinations" tab.
3. Select CDS (II) 2025: Click on the "Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025 – Final Result" link.
4. Select Your Academy: Open the specific PDF file for your respective academy (IMA, INA, Air Force, or OTA).
5. Search Your Roll Number: Use Ctrl+F (or Cmd+F on Mac) to search your roll number or name in the PDF.
6. Download & Save: Download and save a personal copy of the PDF for document verification and future reference.

Cut-Off Marks, Merit List & Next Steps

Marks Pattern Used for Final Result

The final merit list is prepared by combining written examination marks with SSB interview marks. Medical examination marks are not factored into the final merit.

• IMA, INA, and Air Force Academy: Written Exam (300 marks) + SSB Interview (300 marks) = Total 600 marks.
• Officers Training Academy (Men & Women): Written Exam (200 marks) + SSB Interview (200 marks) = Total 400 marks.

Academy-Wise Top Performers (Toppers)

The official result highlights the following top-ranked candidates:

• IMA Topper: Samar Islam Laskar (Roll No. 0804446) — 344.79 marks out of 600.
• INA & Air Force Academy Topper: Jasnoor Singh (Roll No. 3503411) — 318.73 marks out of 600 (topped both academies).
• OTA (Men) Topper: Karale Ritesh Shivanand (Roll No. 6600380) — 231.73 marks out of 400.
• OTA (Women) Topper: Khushmeet Kaur Sona (Roll No. 0820657) — 239.28 marks out of 400.

Next Steps & Document Verification

Inclusion in the final result list does not guarantee final admission; it is subject to subsequent document verification and medical standards prescribed by the respective academy. Candidates must keep the following documents ready:

• Original Date of Birth certificate (10th class certificate or equivalent).
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable.
• NCC certificate, if applying under NCC Special Entry.
• Medical fitness documents as prescribed by the academy.
• Recent passport-size photographs and a valid photo identity proof.

The exact joining instructions and document verification schedules will be communicated directly by IMA, INA, AFA, or OTA to the selected candidates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. When was the UPSC CDS 2 2025 final result declared? The UPSC CDS (II) 2025 final result with marks was declared on 21 August 2026, following the completion of the SSB interview process.

Q2. Who topped the UPSC CDS 2 2025 exam? Samar Islam Laskar topped the Indian Military Academy list with 344.79 marks. Jasnoor Singh topped both the Indian Naval Academy and Air Force Academy lists with 318.73 marks. Khushmeet Kaur Sona topped the OTA Women list with 239.28 marks.

Q3. How many candidates qualified in the CDS 2 2025 final result? Based on the official PDF, 190 candidates are listed for IMA, 85 for INA, 27 for Air Force Academy, 455 for OTA (Men), and 28 for OTA (Women). Some candidates appear in more than one academy list.

Q4. How can I download the CDS 2 2025 result PDF? You can download the official result PDF directly through the official check result link on the UPSC website and select your respective academy folder.

Q5. What is the marks pattern for CDS 2 2025 final result? For IMA, INA, and Air Force Academy, the total is out of 600 marks (300 written + 300 SSB). For OTA (Men and Women), the total is out of 400 marks (200 written + 200 SSB).

Q6. Is the CDS 2 2025 result final, or is there another stage? This is the final result declared after the SSB interview stage. However, final admission is still subject to document verification and medical standards set by the respective academy.

Q7. What should I do after finding my name in the CDS 2 2025 final result? Download and save your result PDF, and wait for the official joining instructions and document verification schedule from your allotted academy (IMA, INA, AFA, or OTA).

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