The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially declared the final results for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2025, and the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025. The NDA 2 final merit list was uploaded on April 8, 2026, while the CDS 2 final result was released on March 30, 2026. Both merit lists, prepared on the basis of written examinations held on September 14, 2025, followed by Services Selection Board (SSB) interviews, are now available for download in PDF format on the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
These results mark a significant milestone for thousands of aspirants seeking entry into the Indian Armed Forces. The final selections account for performance in the written test, SSB interviews, medical examinations, and document verification. Successful candidates will proceed to prestigious training academies, with courses scheduled to commence in July 2026.
UPSC NDA 2 2025 Final Result: 742 Candidates Recommended
The UPSC NDA 2 final result recommends 742 candidates (651 male and 91 female) for admission to the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the 156th Course of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and the 118th Indian Naval Academy Course (INAC). The merit list reflects the combined performance across all stages of the selection process.
Toppers List – UPSC NDA 2 Final Result 2025 (Top 10)
| Rank | Roll Number | Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 444474 | PARTH KUMAR TIWARI |
| 2 | 7944822 | ISHAAN PACHAURI |
| 3 | 6151355 | ISHAAN SINGH |
| 4 | 3550335 | ABHISH |
| 5 | 8540523 | YUVRAJ SAXENA |
| 6 | 1540069 | ARNAV BISWAL |
| 7 | 7240440 | PRINCE RAJ |
| 8 | 1147190 | LAKSHYA SINGH |
| 9 | 7947930 | BAIBHAV YADAV |
| 10 | 5640529 | ARYAN KUMAR SINGH |
The top three positions have been secured by male candidates. The official final result PDF, titled FR-NDA-NA-II-2025-Engl-08042026.pdf, is available under the “Final Results” or “What’s New” section on the UPSC website. Candidates are advised to use the search function (Ctrl + F) within the PDF to locate their roll numbers or names.
How to Download the NDA 2 Final Merit List:
- Visit the official website: https://upsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “Examinations” or “Final Results” section.
- Click on the link for “National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (II), 2025 – Final Result”.
- Download the PDF and verify your details.
Selected candidates must submit original certificates of age and educational qualifications to the respective Service Selection Boards during the interview process and complete remaining formalities, including medical examinations. The candidature remains provisional until final verification.
UPSC CDS 2 2025 Final Result: 302 Candidates Recommended
The UPSC CDS 2 final result recommends 302 candidates across the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Indian Naval Academy (INA), and Air Force Academy (AFA). The breakdown is as follows:
- Indian Military Academy (IMA): 190 candidates
- Indian Naval Academy (INA): 85 candidates
- Air Force Academy (AFA): 27 candidates
Toppers Lists – UPSC CDS 2 Final Result 2025 (Top 5 per Academy)
Indian Military Academy (IMA)
- Samar Islam Laskar
- Karale Ritesh Shivanand
- Aman Kumar
- Sukhraj Singh Heera
- Ashish Gurjar
Indian Naval Academy (INA)
- Jasnoor Singh
- Anish Venkatesh Shastry
- Vaibhav Walyat
- Prathamesh Shankar Lakhe
- Viraj Babasaheb Wakle
Air Force Academy (AFA)
- Jasnoor Singh
- Alok Singh
- Chakshu
- Ayush Kumar
- V Pavan Karthikeya Chandaka
Note: Jasnoor Singh features prominently across academies, reflecting candidate preferences for multiple wings. The final merit list PDF is available on the UPSC website under “Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2025 – Final Result”.
How to Download the CDS 2 Final Merit List: Follow the same steps as outlined for NDA, selecting the appropriate CDS 2 final result link.
Next Steps for Recommended Candidates
Candidates whose names appear in the merit lists are required to complete document verification and medical fitness checks as per the instructions issued by the Ministry of Defence. Marks, cut-off scores, and answer keys will be uploaded on the UPSC website approximately 30 days after the declaration of the final results. Selected candidates should regularly monitor official portals such as joinindianarmy.nic.in, joinindiannavy.gov.in, and careerindianairforce.cdac.in for further updates on joining instructions and course commencement.
The UPSC has emphasized that all selections are provisional and subject to verification of eligibility criteria. Aspirants are encouraged to visit https://upsc.gov.in for the latest notifications, direct PDF links, and any clarifications.
This declaration brings closure to the 2025 recruitment cycle for NDA 2 and CDS 2, paving the way for the next generation of officers in the Indian Armed Forces. For any queries, candidates may contact the UPSC Facilitation Counter during working hours.
Direct Download Links (Official):
- NDA 2 Final Result 2025: FR-NDA-NA-II-2025-Engl-08042026.pdf
- CDS 2 Final Result 2025: Download Here
The Commission congratulates all successful candidates and wishes them success in their future service to the nation.
