UPSC CDS 1 Final Result 2025 Released: Check Academy-Wise Toppers And Selection Details

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the final results of the Combined Defence Services (CDS 1) Examination 2025. Candidates who appeared for the written exams and SSB interviews can now check the merit list on the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.

A total of 365 candidates have successfully qualified for admission to the 160th (DE) Course at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun; Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala; and Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad (Pre-Flying Training). Selected candidates are now eligible to undergo training at IMA, INA, and AFA.

Academy-wise Top Performers

Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun

• Rank 1: Chirag Guar
• Rank 2: Arya Umesh Dharmatti
• Rank 3: Satya Prakash Tiwari

Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala

• Rank 1: Arya Umesh Dharmatti
• Rank 2: Rehan Singh Dhaka
• Rank 3: S Lalith Adityan

Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad

• Rank 1: Rehan Singh Dhaka
• Rank 2: Akshat
• Rank 3: Atul Goyat

How to Check UPSC CDS 1 Final Result 2025

• Visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in.
• Click on the Examinations tab and then select Results.
• Locate the CDS 1 Final Result 2025 in the list.
• Click the PDF link to view the merit list.
• Download and save the PDF for reference.
• Candidates are advised to verify their roll numbers, marks, and academy allocation from the official list.

Vacancy and Reservation Details

• The Services Selection Board (SSB) conducted interviews for candidates seeking admission to the 160th (DE) Course. The vacancy distribution is as follows:
• Indian Military Academy (IMA) - 100 vacancies, including 13 reserved for NCC 'C' certificate holders from the Army Wing.
• Indian Naval Academy (INA) - 32 vacancies in the Executive Branch/Hydro, including 6 reserved for NCC 'C' certificate holders from the Naval Wing.
• Air Force Academy (AFA) - 32 seats, with 3 reserved for Air Wing holders under the NCC Special Entry Scheme.

The UPSC CDS 1 final result 2025 marks the culmination of the written examination and SSB selection process, paving the way for the next batch of officers to begin training at India's premier military institutions.