CDS 2 2025 Result Date & SSB Interview Schedule – Complete Guide

CDS 2 2025 Result Date & SSB Interview Schedule

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The CDS 2 2025 written examination, conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), is one of the most important gateways for aspirants dreaming of joining the Indian Armed Forces. With lakhs of candidates appearing, the next big milestones are the CDS 2 2025 result date and the subsequent SSB interview schedule. This guide provides you with all the essential details—expected result dates, SSB interview process, board locations, and preparation strategies.


CDS 2 2025 Expected Result Date

The CDS 2 2025 exam was held on September 14, 2025. Based on UPSC’s track record, the results are generally declared within 30 to 40 days of the examination.

 Therefore, candidates can expect the CDS 2 2025 result date to fall in the third or fourth week of October 2025.

The results will be released in PDF format on the official UPSC website, featuring the roll numbers of candidates who cleared the written stage. Remember:

  • This is not the final merit list.

  • The final list will be published only after the SSB interview and medicals.

CDS 2 2025 Result

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CDS 2 2025 – Important Dates

EventExpected Date
CDS 2 2025 Written ExamSeptember 14, 2025
CDS 2 2025 Result DateOctober 2025 (3rd/4th week)
SSB Interview ScheduleNovember 2025 – February 2026 (Tent.)
Final Merit ListAfter SSB + Medicals

CDS 2 2025 Expected SSB Dates

The SSB interview process will begin soon after the result declaration. For CDS candidates, the interview schedule is announced by the respective service boards—Army, Navy, and Air Force.

  • Expected Timeline: November 2025 – February 2026

  • Call Letters: Issued via email or available on official portals of the respective services.

The SSB interview is a five-day process, so aspirants should begin preparing right after the written exam to stay ahead.


SSB Boards for CDS 2 2025

Army Selection Boards

  • Selection Centre East (SCE), Prayagraj

  • Selection Centre Central (SCC), Bhopal

  • Selection Centre South (SCS), Bangalore

Navy Selection Boards

  • Naval Selection Board (NSB), Coimbatore

  • Naval Selection Board (NSB), Visakhapatnam

Air Force Selection Boards (AFSBs)

  • 1 AFSB, Dehradun

  • 2 AFSB, Mysore

  • 3 AFSB, Gandhinagar

  • 4 AFSB, Varanasi


CDS 2 2025 SSB Interview – Day-Wise Process

Day 1: Screening Test

  • OIR Test (Verbal & Non-verbal)

  • PPDT (Picture Perception & Description Test)

  • Result declaration (Screened in/out)

Day 2: Psychological Tests

  • TAT (Thematic Apperception Test)

  • WAT (Word Association Test)

  • SRT (Situation Reaction Test)

  • SDT (Self-Description Test)

Day 3 & 4: GTO Tasks

  • Group Discussion & Planning Exercise

  • Progressive Group Task & Half Group Task

  • Individual Obstacles

  • Command Task & Final Group Task

  • Lecturette

Day 5: Conference

  • Final evaluation by board (Psychologist, GTO, IO)

  • Recommendation announcement


Free SSB Batches at Doon Defence Dreamers

For aspirants clearing the written exam, Doon Defence Dreamers, a premier institute for SSB Coaching in Dehradun, offers Free SSB Batches starting November 2025.

  • Who Can Join? Candidates who clear the CDS 2 2025 written exam

  • What’s Covered? Complete five-day SSB preparation – Psychology, GTO tasks, Interview practice

  • Why Join? Training by retired Armed Forces Officers & ex-SSB assessors

Seats are limited, so aspirants are advised to enroll early.


Online/Offline Registration Begins | Doon Defence Dreamers

DOON DEFENCE DREAMERS is now accepting online and offline registrations for its CDS batches. This program is designed to prepare aspiring candidates for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) examination, covering all subjects required for the UPSC exam. The institute provides comprehensive study material, regular mock tests, and personalized guidance from experienced faculty and retired defence officers to ensure that students are fully prepared for the tough selection process. To begin your journey towards a career as an officer in the Indian Armed Forces, click here to register now or visit the official website of Doon Defence Dreamers for more information.

Key Takeaways

  1. CDS 2 2025 Result Date: Expected by October 2025.

  2. SSB Interviews: Likely from November 2025 to February 2026.

  3. SSB Centers: Located in Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bangalore, Coimbatore, Visakhapatnam, Dehradun, Mysore, Gandhinagar, and Varanasi.

  4. Five-Day Process: Screening, Psychology, GTO tasks, Conference.

  5. Free SSB Coaching: Doon Defence Dreamers provides free SSB batches with expert mentorship.


FAQs – CDS 2 2025 Result & SSB

Q1. When will the CDS 2 2025 result be declared?
Expected in October 2025, within 30–40 days of the exam.

Q2. When will the CDS 2 2025 SSB interviews begin?
Likely from November 2025 and continue till February 2026.

Q3. How long is the SSB process?
It is a five-day selection process testing OLQs (Officer Like Qualities).

Q4. Where will CDS 2 2025 SSB interviews be conducted?
Army: Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bangalore.
Navy: Coimbatore, Visakhapatnam.
Air Force: Dehradun, Mysore, Gandhinagar, Varanasi.

Q5. Is free SSB coaching available?
Yes, Doon Defence Dreamers runs free batches for CDS/NDA candidates who clear the written exam.

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