The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC CDS) has officially declared the Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2024 final result on 21st October 2024. Candidates who appeared for the written exam held in April 2024, followed by SSB interviews conducted by the Ministry of Defence, can now check their result. The final merit list includes 237 successful candidates who have qualified for entry into the prestigious Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), and Air Force Academy (AFA).

If you’re one of the candidates awaiting the results, here’s everything you need to know about the UPSC CDS (I) 2024 final result.

UPSC CDS (I) 2024 Merit List: Total Candidates and Course-Wise Selection

The UPSC CDS (I) 2024 final merit list has been prepared based on the performance of candidates in both the written examination and SSB interview. The following are the number of candidates selected for each academy:

• Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun: 158th (DE) Course – 100 vacancies
• Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala: Executive Branch (General Service)/Hydro – 32 vacancies
• Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad: No. 217 F(P) Pre-Flying Training Course – 32 vacancies

These numbers include specific vacancies reserved for NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders:

• IMA: 13 vacancies for NCC (Army Wing)
• INA: 6 vacancies for NCC (Naval Wing)
• AFA: 3 vacancies for NCC (Air Wing)

How to Check Your Name in the UPSC CDS (I) 2024 Final Merit List?

The UPSC CDS (I) 2024 final merit list can be accessed on the official UPSC website. Here are the steps to check the list:

1. Visit the official UPSC website: www.upsc.gov.in
2. Navigate to the “What’s New” section or the Examination Results page.
3. Click on the link for Combined Defence Services (I), 2024 Final Result.
4. The merit list will open in a PDF format.
5. Search for your name or roll number in the merit list.

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Key Highlights of the UPSC CDS (I) 2024 Final Result

• Total Candidates Qualified: 237 candidates have been declared successful, with 158 candidates for IMA, 44 for INA, and 35 for AFA.
• Some candidates may have been selected for multiple academies, which is why there are common candidates across the different lists.
• The final selection is provisional and subject to verification of educational qualifications and date of birth.
• The results of the medical examination were not considered in the preparation of the merit list.

UPSC CDS (I) 2024 Vacancies and NCC Special Entries

The total number of vacancies as per the Ministry of Defence for the UPSC CDS (I) 2024 are:

• Indian Military Academy (IMA): 100 vacancies, including 13 for NCC (Army Wing) Special Entry.
• Indian Naval Academy (INA): 32 vacancies, including 6 for NCC (Naval Wing) Special Entry.
• Air Force Academy (AFA): 32 vacancies, including 3 for NCC (Air Wing) Special Entry.

The candidates recommended for these academies are required to submit their original documents (date of birth, educational qualifications, etc.) to their respective academies.

Important Instructions for UPSC CDS (I) 2024 Candidates

Candidates whose names are on the UPSC CDS (I) 2024 final merit list need to follow these important instructions:

1. Document Submission: Candidates must send their original certificates supporting their date of birth and educational qualifications to the respective headquarters—Army Headquarters, Naval Headquarters, or Air Headquarters—depending on their first choice of academy.
2. Provisional Candidature: The candidature of all selected candidates remains provisional until their educational qualifications and date of birth are verified by the Army Headquarters.
3. Change of Address: If any candidate has a change of address, they must immediately inform the respective headquarters (Army, Naval, or Air Force).
4. Medical Examination: The result does not include the outcome of the medical examination, which will be handled by the respective academy.
5. Marks Disclosure: The marks obtained by candidates will be available on the UPSC website after the declaration of the Officers’ Training Academy (OTA) final result for CDS (I) 2024.

Contact UPSC for Queries Related to CDS (I) 2024 Result

For any further queries or clarifications related to the UPSC CDS (I) 2024 final result, candidates can contact the UPSC Facilitation Counter near Gate ‘C’ of the Commission’s office. Alternatively, candidates can call on the following numbers during office hours (10 AM to 5 PM):

• 011-23385271
• 011-23381125
• 011-23098543

What’s Next for UPSC CDS (I) 2024 Candidates?

Candidates who have made it to the UPSC CDS (I) 2024 final merit list will soon receive instructions regarding the next steps, including joining instructions for their respective academies. The verification of documents is crucial for confirming the final selection. Keep checking the UPSC official website for updates on your final marks and other important announcements.

Best of luck to all the selected candidates embarking on their journey at the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, and Air Force Academy. Stay updated with UPSC notifications for future steps and keep an eye on the upcoming results of the Officers’ Training Academy (OTA).