The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the result for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination II, 2025. On 9 October 2025, UPSC published the NameList / Roll List PDF (WR-CDSE-II-2025) containing the roll numbers and names of candidates who have cleared the written stage.
How Many Candidates Qualified?
A total of 9,085 candidates have been shortlisted in the written examination and are now eligible to appear for the SSB (Service Selection Board) interview stage.
Exam & Result Timeline
- Exam date: 14 September 2025
- Result declaration: 9 October 2025
How to Download the CDS II 2025 Result PDF
- Visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in.
- Look under the “What’s New / Latest Notifications” section for “WR-CDSE-II-2025 RollList / NameList.”
- Click to open the PDF: **NameList-WR-CDSE-II-2025-Engl-091025.pdf**
- Use Ctrl+F (or command+F) to search for your roll number or name.
What Next After the Written Result?
Qualifying the written stage makes candidates eligible for the next phase — the SSB interview. This stage is critical and includes:
- Psychological tests
- Personal Interview
- Group Tests / Group Tasks / PPDT (Picture Perception & Discussion Test)
Only those who perform well in the SSB will be finally selected for training in institutions like IMA (Indian Military Academy), INA, AFA, and OTA.
Tips for Qualified Candidates
- Check the exact date and venue for your SSB call letter, which will be released subsequently by the concerned services.
- Start preparing for the SSB rounds: mock interviews, group discussions, psychological test practice, physical fitness, etc.
- Gather required documents: original certificates, medical records, identity proof, etc.
- Stay updated via official UPSC / service websites for announcements.
Conclusion
The announcement of the UPSC CDS II 2025 result marks an important milestone for defence aspirants. With 9,085 candidates progressing to the interview stage, the battle now shifts to the SSB tests. Candidates should stay alert, prepare diligently, and keep track of notifications from the respective services and UPSC.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. For official updates and verifications, always refer to the UPSC website and the PDF released by UPSC.