UPSC CDS-I 2025: Admit Card Released, Click here to get Direct Download Link

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued the CDS (Combined Defence Services)-I admit cards at the official UPSC website upsc.gov.in. The last date to download the admit card is 13th April 2025, till 4 PM. The e-admit card printout accompanied by the original photo ID card (mentioned in the admit card) is necessary for the candidates to enter the examination hall. 

CDS 1 2025 exam will be conducted on 13th April 2025 in three shifts: the English Paper is from 9 am to 11 am, the General Knowledge Paper is from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM, and the last paper is on Elementary Mathematics from 4 PM to 6 PM. Candidates must preserve the admit cards until the final declaration of the results. It must be produced before the Service Selection Board when asked to. Candidates who do not produce their admit card for checking at the allotted venue will not be allowed to enter the examination hall.

Steps to Download the UPSC CDS 1, 2025 Admit Card

• Navigate to the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
• Click the link of ‘Combined Defence Services Examination 1 2025’ to download the e-admit card on the homepage.
• A new window opens, directing you to the page of Important Instructions, which requires you to take the printout. Click Yes.
• Now a separate window opens for downloading the e-admit card, you can download the admit card either by your Registration ID or by the Roll Number.
• Enter the Date of Birth and Captcha code, and click Submit.
• Check your important details including the Candidate's Name, Roll Number, Exam Date and Time, and Exam Venue, Read all the Instructions, and documents required on the exam day the candidate's photograph and signature. Now print a copy of this admit card for future reference.

Important Instructions to Follow:

• Carry a valid photo ID proof like the Adhar Card/ PAN Card/ Voter ID/ Passport, etc.
• A recent passport-size photograph
• Reach the examination venue at least 30-45 minutes before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card.
• Electronic gadgets (cell phones, calculators, smartwatches) are not allowed inside the examination hall, so it would be better to not carry them.

Candidates are advised to stay tuned to the official website for any current news on the exams