UPSC CDS 2 OTA Final Result 2026

Post Date: August 7, 2026

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has published the CDS-II 2025 OTA Final Result for candidates who participated in the Combined Defence Services recruitment process. The CDS-II written examination was held on 14 September 2025, and the recruitment process was conducted for entry into different defence academies, including the Officers Training Academy (OTA).

Candidates who were part of the OTA selection process can now check the final outcome through the UPSC’s official result portal. The recruitment originally included 453 vacancies, with the largest share of 295 posts reserved for OTA.

Candidates should cross-check the latest information directly with UPSC before relying on the result or selection details.

What is the OTA Entry?

The Officers Training Academy is one of the Indian Army’s officer-training institutions. Candidates selected through the CDS OTA route undergo training before receiving their commission under the applicable Short Service Commission entry. The CDS-II 2025 recruitment offered 295 OTA positions, making it the largest individual vacancy category in this notification.

Selection Process

The CDS recruitment involves multiple stages. Candidates first appear for the written examination. Those who qualify are called for the SSB selection process, where their suitability for military service is assessed. Candidates who clear the required stages must also meet the prescribed medical and other eligibility conditions before they can be considered for final induction.

Note —The dates, vacancies, qualifications, and other information mentioned above are based on the CDS-II 2025 recruitment details. Candidates should always refer to the latest UPSC result notice and official recruitment notification for the final and legally applicable information.

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