UPSC Releases Final Merit List for CDS 1 2025 OTA: 535 Candidates Recommended
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the final merit list for the Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2025, specifically for the Officer Training Academy (OTA). A total of 535 candidates, comprising 473 men and 62 women, have been recommended for admission to the 123rd Short Service Commission Course for men and the 37th Short Service Commission Course for women, both being non-technical and conducted by UPSC.
The courses are set to begin in April 2026 at the Officer Training Academy in Chennai.
Breakdown of Vacancies
According to the official notification, the vacancies for these courses are distributed as follows:
- 275 slots for the 123rd Short Service Commission Course for men.
- 18 slots for the 37th Short Service Commission Women’s Course.
Merit List Details
The merit list features candidates who succeeded in the written examination by UPSC and subsequent interviews conducted by the Ministry of Defence. It is noteworthy that:
- The merit list does not consider the results of medical examinations.
- Verification of Date of Birth and Educational Qualification for candidates will be handled by the Army Headquarters.
The list for the 123rd Short Service Commission (Men) Course also includes candidates who were previously recommended for the Indian Military Academy, Naval Academy, and Air Force Academy.
Candidates are also advised to refer to the scheme for disclosing scores and other details for non-recommended candidates available on the UPSC website. Non-recommended candidates can choose to view their scores while downloading their marks.
How to Check UPSC CDS 1 2025 OTA Result?
The UPSC CDS 1 2025 OTA results can be checked by following these steps:
- Visit the official website at upsc.gov.in.
- On the homepage, find the "Final Result: Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2025 (OTA)" under the "What's New" section.
- The result will be displayed on the screen.
- To find a specific roll number, press Ctrl + F.
- Download and save the result for future reference.
The merit list can also be downloaded from the link below:
Marks of the candidates will be accessible on the Commission's website within 15 days of the announcement of the final result and will remain available for a period of 30 days.
Highlights of the Recommended Candidates
Officer Training Academy (Men)
Listed below are the top 10 candidates for the 123rd Short Service Commission (Men) Course:
| S. No. | Roll Number | Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6600758 | ARYA UMESH DHARMATTI |
| 2 | 5200095 | CHIRAG GAUR |
| 3 | 0807884 | PAWAN SATYAL |
| 4 | 1001287 | S LALITH ADITHYAN |
| 5 | 0300824 | LOCHAN CHANGAPPA M C |
| 6 | 0811014 | ABHINAV SINGH |
| 7 | 0901071 | ABHILASH TAPAN SHARMA |
| 8 | 0805115 | AYUSH JAIN |
| 9 | 6800330 | SATYA PRAKASH TIWARI |
| 10 | 0302630 | GAURAV R CHANDRAN |
Officer Training Academy (Women)
Listed below are the top 10 candidates for the 37th Short Service Commission (Women) Course:
| S. No. | Roll Number | Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5902999 | TANYA RAWAT |
| 2 | 3503613 | SANAAH SINGH |
| 3 | 1405517 | DRISHTI SEMWAL |
| 4 | 0817650 | RUDRAKSHI JAIN |
| 5 | 1406152 | VASUPRIYA |
| 6 | 0821900 | PREETI |
| 7 | 8500776 | RAKHI MEHTA |
| 8 | 6301413 | HIMANSHI |
| 9 | 6605339 | SAEE SANDEEP JADHAV |
| 10 | 0203460 | ISHITA SINGH |
Final Thoughts
The final merit list for CDS 1 2025 OTA highlights the dedication and effort of those aspiring to join the Indian Armed Forces. These selected individuals will begin their training at the esteemed Officer Training Academy in Chennai, where they will prepare to contribute to the defense of the nation with commitment and honor.
For more updates, candidates are encouraged to keep an eye on the official UPSC website and other relevant defense platforms. Congratulations to all those who have been recommended!
