Contents
- 1 📰 UPSC CDS 2 OTA Result 2024 Declared: Check Selection List, Cut-Off, and Next Steps
- 2 📌 What is UPSC CDS 2 OTA?
- 3 🗓️ Key Highlights of CDS 2 OTA Result 2024
- 4 📥 How to Check UPSC CDS 2 OTA Result 2024?
- 5 📊 CDS 2 OTA Result 2024: What’s Included?
- 6 📈 CDS 2 2024 OTA Cut-Off (Expected)
- 7 🧾 What Happens After UPSC CDS 2 OTA Result?
- 8 📚 Tips for SSB and Final Phase
- 9 🧠 What if You Did Not Qualify?
- 10 🗨️ Final Thoughts
📰 UPSC CDS 2 OTA Result 2024 Declared: Check Selection List, Cut-Off, and Next Steps
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially declared the CDS 2 OTA Result 2024 on its portal. Candidates who appeared for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) II Examination for Officers Training Academy (OTA) can now check their results. The result is published in the form of a PDF list of roll numbers of shortlisted candidates.
In this blog, we provide a detailed breakdown of the CDS 2 OTA Result 2024, how to check the result, selection procedure, cut-off trends, and what candidates should do next in the recruitment process.
📌 What is UPSC CDS 2 OTA?
The UPSC CDS (Combined Defence Services) Exam is conducted twice a year to recruit officers into the following branches of Indian Armed Forces:
- Indian Military Academy (IMA) – Dehradun
- Indian Naval Academy (INA) – Ezhimala
- Air Force Academy (AFA) – Hyderabad
- Officers Training Academy (OTA) – Chennai (Men & Women)
For OTA, only the written exam and SSB Interview are required (no written Mathematics paper for OTA). The OTA selection is popular among graduates who aim to serve in the Indian Army on Short Service Commission (SSC).
🗓️ Key Highlights of CDS 2 OTA Result 2024
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UPSC CDS 2 2024 |
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Course | Officers Training Academy (OTA) – Men & Women |
| Result Release Date | May 2025 |
| Result Format | PDF with roll numbers |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
📥 How to Check UPSC CDS 2 OTA Result 2024?
Although the result is already released, here’s a quick step-by-step guide for those still looking to verify:
✅ Step-by-Step Process:
- Go to the official UPSC website – upsc.gov.in
- Click on “Written Results” under the Examinations section
- Look for “CDS 2 OTA Result 2024” and click the PDF download link
- Open the PDF and search your roll number (use Ctrl+F)
- If your roll number appears, you’ve cleared the written test!
📊 CDS 2 OTA Result 2024: What’s Included?
The result PDF includes:
- Roll numbers of qualified candidates
- Course name: OTA (Men/Women)
- Notification about the next stage i.e., SSB Interview
- Important instructions for successful candidates
🔔 Note: Individual marks and scorecards will be uploaded after the final results (post SSB and Medicals).
📈 CDS 2 2024 OTA Cut-Off (Expected)
The UPSC does not release cut-offs with the result, but based on previous years, here is the expected cut-off:
| Year | Written Cut-Off (Men) | Written Cut-Off (Women) | Final Cut-Off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 97–100 marks | 95–98 marks | 165–170 marks |
| 2024 (Expected) | 98–102 marks | 96–100 marks | 168–175 marks |
- The written exam is out of 200 marks (General English + General Knowledge).
- Candidates need to qualify both papers individually with minimum 20% marks.
- Final selection depends on SSB performance + written marks.
🧾 What Happens After UPSC CDS 2 OTA Result?
If your roll number appears in the merit list, here’s what to do next:
🪖 1. Get Ready for the SSB Interview
- The Services Selection Board (SSB) will invite shortlisted candidates for the 5-day interview process.
- Dates, centers, and details will be updated at the Join Indian Army website: joinindianarmy.nic.in
- You must register online on the site within 2 weeks of result declaration.
📍 SSB Interview Stages:
- Day 1: Screening (Picture Perception & Description Test, Intelligence Test)
- Day 2: Psychological Tests
- Days 3 & 4: Group Tasks, Interviews, and Individual Tasks
- Day 5: Conference and Result
🎯 Prepare for SSB by practicing communication, leadership tasks, current affairs, and mock interviews.
🏥 2. Medical Examination
Candidates who clear SSB will undergo a comprehensive medical test at designated military hospitals.
Key health criteria include:
- Physical fitness
- Vision standards
- No permanent medical conditions (e.g., flat foot, color blindness)
- Mental health and emotional stability
📄 3. Merit List and Final Selection
After the SSB and Medicals, the final merit list will be prepared based on:
- Combined scores of written exam and SSB
- Subject to medical fitness
- Availability of vacancies
OTA has separate merit lists for Men and Women.
📚 Tips for SSB and Final Phase
- Brush up on current affairs, defense knowledge, and Indian history.
- Focus on communication skills, personality development, and general awareness.
- Stay physically active and mentally alert — both are crucial for SSB success.
- Practice group discussions, individual narratives, and time-based tasks.
🧠 What if You Did Not Qualify?
Not making the list can be disappointing, but remember:
- Many candidates clear the exam in their second or third attempts.
- Analyze your weak areas: Was it English, GK, or exam pressure?
- Use the result as a learning curve and plan for CDS 1 2025.
- Explore other opportunities like AFCAT, CAPF, SSC CGL, or state PCS exams.
🗨️ Final Thoughts
The declaration of the UPSC CDS 2 OTA Result 2024 marks a significant milestone in the journey of thousands of defense aspirants. For those who made it, the road to becoming an officer begins now — full of challenges, pride, and purpose. For others, it’s time to reflect, regroup, and come back stronger.
The OTA offers a chance to serve the nation with dignity and leadership — make the most of this opportunity. Best wishes to all shortlisted candidates for the SSB interview and final selection!
